Panel Discussion

This panel takes a close look at the political and cultural framework of the upcoming Canadian federal election. Our guest Prof. Dr. Christoph Vatter will draw particular attention to Québec, its unique history and discuss how the federal Bloc Québécois Party is navigating its place amidst these unusual and uncertain times. As an entry into our debate, Prof. Dr. Trautsch engages in a short 101 on Canada’s electoral system and lays out how the race between Liberals and Conservatives has been radically altered by Trudeau’s resignation and threats from Trump. Dr. Sheedy addresses cultural politics in Canada, including the changing identities of different political parties and social media branding of party leaders.