Canadian leaders campaigned in battleground districts Saturday, two days before a vote electrified by US President Donald Trump's threats, with Prime Minister Mark Carney favored after assuring voters he can stand up to Washington.

Canada will hold an election Monday following a campaign electrified by US President Donald Trump's threats, with Prime Minister Mark Carney favored to win after promising voters he has the experience to stand up to the United States.

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Party still appears poised to win, pollsters say, even as its lead over the Conservative Party has shrunk.