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Discusses the results of the Canadian federal election as of November 28, 2000. Observations on the bitterness of the campaign; Triumph of Prime Minister Jean Chretien; Results for the Liberal, Progressive Conservative, Canadian Alliance and New Democratic Parties; Possibility of partisanship in the Parliament.

This article discusses the political climate surrounding the upcoming provincial elections in Saskatchewan. And judging by the seven provincial elections held to date this year, Canadians are in a particularly grumpy mood. In Quebec, Ontario and last week in Newfoundland, long-standing governments of various political stripes were not only defeated, but thoroughly trounced. In New Brunswick, Premier Bernard Lord fared only slightly better, as public fury over skyrocketing auto insurance rates reduced his iron grip on power to a tenuous grasp. True enough, Manitoba's Gary Doer, Nova Scotia's John Hamm and Prince Edward Island's Pat Binns were all returned to office by comfortable margins. But in each case, there was a palpable lack of enthusiasm about the exercise -- as if, given better alternatives, voters might have also opted to topple and turf. Which brings us to Saskatchewan, where a party that didn't even exist seven years ago stands an excellent chance of defeating the province's 12-year-old NDP government. The Saskatchewan Party, an amalgam of disaffected Conservatives and Liberals who formed their own "unite-the-right" movement in 1997, was brimming with confidence last week as the Nov. 5 election date approached. For all of that, the NDP cannot be written off lightly. In power for 43 of the past 59 years, it is Saskatchewan's natural governing party -- and renowned for fielding a formidable cadre of campaign foot soldiers.

Offers observations concerning the 2000 Canadian federal elections from 'Maclean's' magazine readers. Comments regarding defining moments in the campaign; Ideas in which to engage the Canadian electorate; Changes which readers would make to the campaign process.

Reports on the activities of Preston Manning, former leader of Canada's Reform party, during the 2000 federal election campaign. Highlights of his trip to Victoria, British Columbia, to campaign for the Canadian Alliance; His reaction to losing the Alliance leadership to Stockwell Day; Manning's views on Canadian politics.

Focuses on political strategist Tom Long's campaign for the leadership of the Canadian Reform Conservative Alliance party. Concern regarding the endorsement of Conservative Party members of Long's candidacy; Challenges faced by Long in gaining the approval of voters in Western Canada; Comments of Long's fellow candidates Stockwell Day and Preston Manning; Outlook for election results.

Offers information on the electioneering efforts of New Democratic Party (NDP) members Roy Romanow in Saskatchewan and Gary Doer in Manitoba. Their liberal approaches in the NDP's Prairie pragmatism; Successes of the premier candidates; Outlook.

Temperatures soared in much of the Prairies last week, sending grateful residents out in shirtsleeves and tank tops to soak up what remained of Canada's most fleeting season. The political barometer was also rising, as the nation's two longest-serving current premiers, Manitoba's Gary Filmon and Saskatchewan's Roy Romanow, chose the lazy final days of summer to put their respective electoral lives on the line. Both men had postponed election calls in the spring in the face of labour strife and public discontent--and each now has reason to believe that the political winds are blowing more in his favour. But there are still plenty of storm clouds on the horizon. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Focuses on the competition between three cabinet ministers to become premier of New Brunswick. Camille Theriault, Bernard Richard; Greg Byrne; The public forum in Bathhurst, N.B., one of several held in advance of the May 2, 1998 provincial Liberal leadership convention; The desire to return the province to the Liberal government that existed before former premier Frank McKenna; How each candidate is presenting themselves. INSET: Caution: Political potholes ahead.

This article discusses Alberta premier Ralph Klein's political condition following Alberta's 2004 elections. For some reason, this phrase came to mind as I contemplated the results of last week's Alberta election. Ralph Klein--long ago dubbed King Ralph because he's always triumphed during 25 years in politics--is, of course, far from dead. In Klein's home riding of Calgary-Elbow, Liberal candidate Stephen Brown, a political nobody, grabbed over a third of the popular vote. And in the key battleground of Edmonton, Tory candidates were heard assuring voters that Klein, 62, would be gone in less than a year--an unthinkable treason even a few months ago. He's a straight-shooter who relishes a good fight and might be just the man to push through oft-promised health-care reforms, including greater privatization and possible challenges to the Canada Health Act.

This is an interview with Diana Kerry, sister to Democratic Presidential candidate John Kerry, about her efforts to gain votes for Kerry from Americans who live abroad. If nothing else, the 2000 U.S. presidential election reinforced the hoary cliché that "every vote counts." George W. Bush took office after a contentious win in Florida by just 537 votes.Leading the Democratic effort is Diana Kerry, a teacher and linguist who is also the younger sister of presidential candidate John Kerry. As chairwoman of Americans Overseas for Kerry-Edwards, she recently visited Canada to woo the 680,000 Americans living here--the second-largest expat community after Mexico. The presidential race is a dead heat now. My brother is someone who listens and would work within the framework of international law and diplomacy.

Focuses on the government of Saskatchewan. Struggle of the New Democratic Party (NDP) to stay in power; Resignation of Saskatchewan premier Roy Romanow; Possible successors, including Lorne Calvert and Chris Axworthy, who are running for election.

Samples voter opinions regarding several political issues in Canada as of November 27, 2000. Reaction to negative political advertising; Attention given to political polls; Feelings regarding the outcome of the political campaign.

Focuses on the political campaign in Canada as of November 6, 2000. Effect of the campaign on Western Canada; How the region feels neglected by the Liberal Party; Possible effects of the region's resentment of the Liberals on candidate Anne McLellan.

Reports the results of a survey taken regarding the Canadian politics as of November 6, 2000. Views on a statement made by Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien regarding the political parties of Canada; Belief that the elections will change little in the House of Commons.

Discusses Preston Manning and his campaign for Prime Minister of Canada. Comparison between Manning and fellow Canadian Alliance candidate Stockwell Day; Opinion of Manning; How Manning reversed tactics in his political quest.