Canada Elections 2025: What Future for Afro-Canadian Communities?

In a tense geopolitical context marked by major economic challenges, the 2025 Canadian federal elections have redrawn the country’s political landscape while confirming the growing influence of Afro-Canadian communities in public debate. The Liberal Party, led by Marc Carney, won with 43% of the votes and 169 seats, thus forming a minority government.

On the Festibec TV set, during a special program dedicated to analyzing the results of this historic election, several figures from civil society and community organizations shared their reflections on the causes of this victory and on the participation of Afro-Canadians in national political life.

According to Tieno Souleiman Dialo, Director General of the African Federation and Associations of Canada (FAAC), the economic factor was decisive.

“With the rise in trade tensions caused by American policy, Canadians wanted to entrust power to a leader capable of facing strong economic adversity,” he explains.

Marc Carney, former Governor of both the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, succeeded in convincing voters through his technocratic profile and crisis management experience, notably during the 2008 global recession.

“Voters saw in him a captain accustomed to navigating troubled waters,” Dialo emphasizes.

Kouou Amaglore, sociologist and community entrepreneur, agrees:

“In a context of economic warfare, who better than an economist to offer a Canadian response? The Liberals offered the stability and confidence voters were seeking.”

While the Liberals emerged victorious, the opposition parties showed mixed results. According to Dialo, the Conservative Party managed to surprise by making unexpected gains, particularly in Ontario, despite the defeat of its leader in his own riding. The NDP (New Democratic Party), however, suffered a severe defeat, dropping from 22 to 7 MPs.

“It’s unfortunate, especially for such an authentic leader as Jagmeet Singh, who is highly respected in our communities,” Dialo laments.

As for the Bloc Québécois, it lost 12 seats while maintaining a solid base in Quebec.

Beyond the numbers, these elections mark a significant step forward in the political participation of Afro-Canadian communities.

“We saw an unprecedented mobilization. Afro-Canadians voted for all political parties, not just the Liberals,” says Amaglore.

For the first time, several candidates from the African diaspora were elected, such as Olivier Tomba, a Congolese-born MP in Saint-Brenda.

“It’s historic, and it proves that we are fully integrated and that our voice counts in national decisions,” he rejoices.

On the social front, the issue of integration and the fight against systemic racism remains central. Although no party formally included a clear policy against racism in its platform, guests agreed that the increased presence of candidates from visible minorities is a step in the right direction.

“These elected officials will, willingly or not, be the spokespersons for our communities,” says Amaglore.

However, Souleiman Dialo calls for constant vigilance:

“Systemic racism remains an issue. We must continue to denounce it, raise awareness, and above all, unite our voices. Division weakens our demands.”

Both speakers acknowledged the government’s efforts to promote the integration of newcomers but believe the mechanisms remain insufficient.

“The programs exist, but they are poorly communicated. Community organizations are doing tremendous work with limited resources. Massive investment in these structures is needed for a lasting impact,” Dialo argues.

This 2025 election has thus confirmed one reality: Afro-Canadians are no longer spectators but active players on the Canadian political scene. Their electoral engagement, growing representation, and desire to influence public decisions mark a decisive stage in the process of integration and recognition.

“We are Canadians, we are engaged, and we want to build a common future together,” concludes Kouou Amaglore, a symbol of a generation claiming its rightful place in today’s Canada.