Pro-Khalistan leader Jagmeet Singh, who has led Canada's New Democratic Party (NDP) since 2017, announced his resignation on Tuesday after suffering a defeat in the 2025 Canadian federal elections. Contesting from the Burnaby Central seat in British Columbia, Singh was unseated by a Liberal Party candidate, dealing a serious blow to the NDP’s hopes of maintaining relevance on the national stage. The party is poised to lose its national status, as it is unlikely to meet the threshold of 12 seats required to retain that distinction.

In a heartfelt post on social media platform X, Singh expressed disappointment at the outcome but reaffirmed his belief in the ideals of his political movement. “I am disappointed that we could not win more seats. But I am not disappointed in our movement. I am hopeful for our Party. I KNOW that we will always choose hope over fear,” Singh posted.

The 2025 federal election results also mark a historic moment in Canadian politics as Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Party clinched a fourth consecutive term, a feat rarely seen in Canada’s political landscape. Carney, who succeeded Justin Trudeau following an internal revolt within the party, managed to turn around what initially appeared to be a losing campaign.

The Fall of Jagmeet Singh and the NDP

Jagmeet Singh’s fall from grace comes after years of declining popularity for the NDP. Under his leadership, the party’s policies were increasingly viewed as left-leaning, with strong support for minority rights, including controversial stances on Khalistan-related issues. While these positions endeared him to certain sections of the electorate, they alienated mainstream Canadian voters.

With the loss of Singh's own seat and the broader underperformance of the NDP nationwide, the party’s existence as a national political force is in jeopardy. Failing to secure the minimum 12 seats required for national status, the NDP is expected to face funding constraints and reduced visibility in Parliament.

Mark Carney: From Central Banker to Political Victor

Mark Carney, a former Governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, took over the Liberal Party leadership after Justin Trudeau’s resignation. Trudeau’s departure followed internal dissatisfaction over his leadership, ethics issues, and falling approval ratings.

Carney brought a technocratic yet pragmatic approach to the election campaign, focusing on economic stability, social welfare, and resisting American political interference. Despite early predictions of a Liberal defeat, Carney managed to galvanize support and navigate the party through one of the most turbulent election campaigns in recent memory.

Donald Trump’s Comments Ignite Canadian Nationalism

The unexpected factor that turned the tide in the Liberals’ favor was former U.S. President Donald Trump’s inflammatory remarks. On the eve of the election and on election day itself, Trump posted a series of controversial messages suggesting that Canada should become the 51st state of the U.S. These posts provoked a wave of patriotic backlash among Canadians across the political spectrum.

Canadians, still reeling from a tragic attack at a Vancouver street festival that had sparked nationwide mourning, found Trump's comments insensitive and intrusive. The nationalist sentiment that emerged became a unifying force for the electorate, especially in swing provinces, helping the Liberals flip several key ridings.

Election Promises and Fallout

During the campaign, Mark Carney promised that all revenue collected from counter-tariffs on U.S. goods would be reinvested in Canadian workers and industries affected by trade tensions. His firm stance on preserving Canadian sovereignty, defending Canadian institutions, and standing up to American interference resonated with voters.

The Conservative Party, under the leadership of Pierre Poilievre, failed to capitalize on the initial anti-Liberal sentiment. While Poilievre presented a right-leaning economic vision, his message was overshadowed by the Trump controversy and voters' concerns about Canada’s autonomy.

Other Notable Figures and Reactions

• Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet retained a stronghold in Quebec, but his party’s national influence remained limited.

• The Green Party, co-led by Jonathan Pedneault, saw minor gains in eco-conscious ridings but remained a marginal force.

• Indigenous leaders, women’s rights activists, and trade unions largely backed the Liberals in the final stretch of the campaign.

What’s Next for the NDP?

With Jagmeet Singh stepping down, the NDP faces an uncertain future. The party must now elect a new leader, restructure its policies, and rebuild its grassroots network if it hopes to regain public trust. Analysts suggest that unless the NDP distances itself from fringe activism and repositions toward mainstream labor issues, it may risk political irrelevance.

Despite Singh’s optimism in his resignation note, political observers widely consider this election a watershed moment marking the end of his political era.

Conclusion

The 2025 Canadian federal election will go down in history not just for the Liberals’ fourth straight victory, but also for how a foreign political figure’s interference managed to reshape the domestic narrative. Mark Carney now faces the challenge of living up to renewed public expectations, while the NDP, bereft of leadership and electoral strength, must undertake serious introspection.

For Jagmeet Singh, this chapter closes amid controversy, ideology, and unmet political promise—a powerful reminder of how quickly public sentiment can change in a democracy.

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