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As the 2025 Canadian federal elections approach, voters who care deeply about promoting a Culture of Life often wonder how they should cast their votes. The decision depends not only on the individual positions of the candidates but also on those of their parties and their leaders. Quebec Life Coalition offers here an overview of the parties and their leaders regarding key issues related to faith, family, and life, as well as some general recommendations on voting strategies.

Positions of Main Federal Parties and Leaders

Liberal Party of Canada (Mark Carney)

Under the leadership of Mark Carney, the Liberal Party actively promotes abortion, which Carney has called a "fundamental right." The Liberal Party also supports euthanasia and strongly promotes LGBT ideology, including gender ideology. The party systematically excludes all pro-life candidates and regularly opposes freedom of conscience and religion, notably through restrictive legislation on freedom of speech.

Conservative Party of Canada (Pierre Poilievre)

Under Pierre Poilievre, the Conservative Party tolerates the presence of pro-life candidates, though its leader has stated he does not intend to introduce legislation against abortion. However, the party remains the only major party to allow its MPs free votes on moral issues, which, in theory, makes possible the adoption of pro-life and pro-family measures. Poilievre holds a moderate stance on euthanasia and opposes certain extreme manifestations of gender ideology, especially as they affect children.

New Democratic Party (Jagmeet Singh)

Led by Jagmeet Singh, the NDP adopts a radical stance on abortion, strongly supports euthanasia, and fully endorses LGBT ideology. Singh has repeatedly demonstrated active opposition to parental rights, particularly regarding sex education and gender ideology. The party does not permit candidates to publicly oppose its official pro-abortion positions.

Bloc Québécois (Yves-François Blanchet)

The Bloc Québécois shares with the Liberal Party and the NDP an official policy that is pro-abortion and pro-LGBT ideology. Bloc MPs, including current leader Yves-François Blanchet, have systematically voted to expand euthanasia (Bill C-7) and against any restrictions on abortion (notably Bill C-233 aimed at banning sex-selective abortions). The Bloc has also opposed parental rights by supporting Bill C-6, which criminalizes parents who support their children in accepting their biological sex.

Green Party of Canada (Elizabeth May)

Elizabeth May leads a party openly supporting abortion and euthanasia, strongly advocating gender ideology and LGBT issues. The Green Party categorically refuses pro-life candidates and opposes traditional family values.

People's Party of Canada (Maxime Bernier)

Under Maxime Bernier, the PPC stands out with a certain openness towards pro-life issues. Bernier has proposed restrictions on late-term abortion and would allow his MPs to vote according to their conscience on these matters. He sharply criticizes gender ideology and supports an approach respectful of parental rights and freedom of conscience. However, he remains supportive of same-sex marriage.

Christian Heritage Party (Rod Taylor)

Led by Rod Taylor, the CHP is fully aligned with traditional pro-life and pro-family values. This party explicitly bases itself on Christian principles, firmly advocating complete protection for human life, opposing euthanasia, and completely rejecting LGBT ideology. However, the party struggles to elect MPs, largely due to its limited presence: as of April 2, 2025, only 11 candidates have been confirmed for the 343 ridings in the 2025 election.

General Pro-Life Voting Strategy

Given this overview, here are some general recommendations to guide your vote:

1. Prioritize Local Pro-Life Candidates: Regardless of their party affiliation, give your vote to the clearly pro-life candidate in your riding.
2. If No Pro-Life Candidate is Available: You may choose either the candidate least opposed to your values from among the major parties or symbolically refuse to vote by submitting a blank or spoiled ballot to express your moral disapproval.
3. If Several Pro-Life Candidates are Running: Choose the candidate who has the best chance of being elected and who will have the greatest ability to act effectively in Parliament, also considering the overall coherence of their positions on other moral and social issues.
4. Consider Other Moral Issues: Evaluate candidates also based on their respect for parental rights, their support for Christian freedom, and their opposition to radical ideologies that contradict natural law.

Beyond the Vote: Ongoing Engagement

Finally, Quebec Life Coalition encourages you to extend your engagement beyond voting day. Get involved locally with political parties worthy of your support, raise awareness among your acquaintances, monitor the actions of your elected representatives, and most importantly, accompany your efforts with constant prayer for the restoration of a Christian society that defends and promotes faith, family, and life—from conception until natural death.

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