But the Liberal government's decision to phase out coal-fired power generation in Canada by 2030 is unlikely to have significant electoral ramifications for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Trump beat Clinton in this part of "coal country" by margins of 30 to 45 points — about twice Romney's margin of victory over Obama in these areas. The coal consumed in Canada for generating electricity is equivalent to roughly half of all coal produced here. Coal country is not Liberal countryAccording to the Coal Association of Canada, there are currently 24 coal mines that are permitted and/or operating across the country. Canada's coal country can be found in areas that have traditionally been unfriendly to the Liberals.

Source: CBC News November 21, 2016 22:08 UTC