Canada's Inquiry: Foreign Meddling in 2019, 2021 Elections Did Not Impact Outcome, China and India Cited

May 3, 2024, 04:30 PM

The first report from Canada's public inquiry into foreign interference in elections was released today, revealing that while foreign activities did occur during the 2019 and 2021 federal elections, they did not impact the overall integrity of the electoral system. Commissioner Marie-Josée Hogue stated that the electoral system remains sound, despite foreign interference attempts. The report also highlighted that these interferences eroded public trust and specifically targeted candidates viewed unfavorably by foreign entities such as Beijing. Additionally, the inquiry accused India of engaging in activities aimed at influencing Canadian communities and politicians. Prime Minister Trudeau responded to the report, noting the impact of China's meddling on Canadians' trust in the electoral system.