P.E.I. candidates intensify campaigns ahead of federal election

As a federal election is expected soon, candidates in Prince Edward Island are ramping up their campaigns. Mark Carney, who became Prime Minister last week, does not have a seat in the House of Commons. Many believe he may call for an election shortly to establish a strong mandate for his government. On the Island, James Aylward is preparing for the election by delivering campaign signs to supporters. He is the Conservative Party candidate for the Cardigan riding. Previously, he expected to face Lawrence MacAulay, the former Liberal incumbent, but MacAulay has decided not to run again. Kent MacDonald, a local dairy farmer, will be the new Liberal nominee. In Charlottetown, Sean Casey, the current Liberal MP, is finalizing his campaign headquarters. This will be his fifth election, and he feels ready. He has noticed a positive shift in public opinion as recent polls show the Liberals and Conservatives in a tight race. All major parties now have candidates lined up across the Island. In Egmont, NDP candidate Carol Rybinski is set to challenge the incumbent Liberal Bobby Morrissey and Conservative candidate Logan McLellan. The Green Party is also preparing to announce candidates for three of the four ridings. As of now, not all parties have candidates nominated in all 343 Canadian ridings, with the Liberals trailing in this regard. Campaigning is heating up as candidates aim to connect with voters before the election is officially called.