Day 18 of the federal election campaign saw party leaders pledge their support for a range of issues—from mandating vaccines for federal public servants, to investing in infrastructure and affordable housing, to reducing equalization payments. Liberals Liberal Party Leader Justin Trudeau announced the release of his party’s election platform Wednesday, with a focus on post-pandemic recovery, housing, health care, the economy, climate change, and reconciliation. The platform includes $13 billion in new spending this fiscal year, with a key focus on new and continued health and pandemic-related initiatives, and over $78 billion in total spending over the next five years. Trudeau also announced Wednesday he would mandate vaccination for federal workers, travellers, and support proof-of-vaccination programs across Canada, if elected. “We’ll stand firm on our commitment that federal public servants should be vaccinated. We’ll make sure everyone on your plane or train is vaccinated. We’ll protect businesses that mandate vaccinations …