China Most ‘Persistent’ Interference Threat to Canada, Undermined Right of Voters: Foreign Interference Inquiry Report

Foreign interference in Canada’s elections undermined the rights of voters, concludes the Foreign Interference Commissioner’s initial report released on May 3, adding that China is the most serious threat to Canada when it comes to foreign interference. “Foreign interference is not done by just one country. However, China currently stands out as the most persistent and sophisticated foreign interference threat to Canada,” reads the initial report released on May 3. The report adds that although the interference didn’t change who formed government after the 2019 and 2021 elections, it may have impacted results in some ridings, and undermined public trust in elections....