With our next federal election just a few months away, there is still time to read books by and about the politicians who are vying for your votes.
Stephen Harper by
John Ibbitson

"The authoritative biography of Stephen Harper, to be published on the
eve of the next election. As one of the important prime ministers in the
life of our nation, Stephen Harper has reshaped Canada into a more
conservative country, a transformation that his opponents tacitly admit
will never be reversed. Under its 22nd prime minister, Canada shows the
world a plainer, harder face. Ibbitson presents an intimate, detailed
portrait of a man who has remained an enigma to supporters and enemies
alike."
publisher
Common Ground by
Justin Trudeau

"The experiences that have shaped Justin Trudeau over the course of his
life and how how his passion for Canada and its people took root.
Covering the years from his childhood at 24 Sussex to his McGill days
during the tumultuous time of the Charlottetown Accord to his first
campaign in Papineau to his role as Liberal Party leader today, the book
captures the foundational moments that have formed the man we have come
to know and informed his vision for the future of Canada. Filled with
anecdotes, personal reflections, and never-before-seen photographs from
his own collection, Mr. Trudeau's memoir shows how the events of his
life have led him to this moment and prepared him for the future. "
publisher.
Strength of Conviction by
Tom Mulcair

"He was known in Québec as the provincial Opposition's
"pit bull." Here, in his own words, is the story of Tom Mulcair's rise
from middle-class beginnings to the threshold of power. Who he is, how
he thinks, and how he comes by the values that shaped his character.
Unwavering in his convictions, he shares information on the reasons why
he resigned as Québec's minister of the environment under Charest; his
decision to rejoin the New Democratic Party; and what it was like
working closely with Jack Layton to help spearhead the "Orange Wave"
that enabled the NDP to become the Official Opposition in the 2011
federal election. Mulcair sheds light on past immigration and
environmental policies, the Québec Referendum, Native residential
schools and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and the Harper
government's Anti-Terrorism Act. He reveals his vision for the country
and his position on the issues that matter most."
publisher.
Who We Are: reflections on my life and Canada by
Elizabeth May

"Elizabeth May reflects on her life and the people and
experiences that have formed her and informed her beliefs. From
daughter of activist parents, to waitress and cook on Cape Breton
Island, to Dalhousie University law student, lawyer, and
environmentalist, and finally to leader of the Green Party and first
elected Canadian Green Member of Parliament. May believes that Canadians
must rescue our threatened democracy, return to our traditional role as
a world leader, develop a sustainable economy, and take immediate and
decisive action to address the climate crisis. A portrait of a
remarkable woman and an urgent call to action."
publisher.
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