Ontario voters are set to head to the polls in a rare winter election.

Premier Doug Ford has already been framing the snap election, coming right before an anticipated federal vote, as necessary for a strong mandate in order to best represent Ontario’s interests on the national and world stage.

Ford, whose Progressive Conservatives held 79 of 124 seats in the legislature as of Tuesday’s dissolution, has said tariffs threatened by U.S. President Donald Trump would hit the province hard, and he needs a strong new “mandate” from voters in order to respond.

Here is a look at three top issues likely to shape the campaign{ai:summary}<p>Ontario is preparing for a winter election, with Premier Doug Ford emphasizing the need for a strong mandate to represent the province's interests amid potential tariffs from the U.S. Ford's Progressive Conservatives currently hold 79 of 124 legislative seats. </p><p>The election timing coincides with an anticipated federal vote, positioning Ford to strengthen his authority in addressing challenges affecting Ontario. #politics</p>

What are the key issues in the Ontario election campaign?

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