About 7.3 million people have cast their ballots over four days of advanced voting — a record number — suggesting growing voter interest ahead of the 28 April federal election.
Liberal leader Mark Carney is calling for a strong mandate, while Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre continues to pitch his campaign as a push for change.
Key battleground are provinces like Ontario, British Columbia, and Quebec — where margins are expected to be razor-thin. These regions are expected to determine the final outcome.
Also read: Canada elections 2025 explained: Who’s running, who can vote, what to watch and why it matters
What is advanced polling ?
According to CBC, a record 7.3 million Canadians voted during the advance polling period, taking advantage of the four-day window over the long weekend. Preliminary figures from Elections Canada show this marks a 25% increase from the 5.8 million who voted early in 2021.
Advance polling gives voters a chance to cast their vote before the official election day. It’s intended to offer more flexibility, especially for those who may be unavailable due to travel, work shifts, or other commitments. The turnout suggests that more Canadians are actively engaging in the democratic process earlier than usual.
What opinion polls say
With the final vote set for Monday, national opinion polls show the Liberals narrowly leading the Conservatives. Reuters reported that the New Democratic Party, led by Jagmeet Singh, is in third, with the Bloc Quebecois trailing in fourth, focusing solely on Quebec.
An Ipsos survey puts the Liberals three points ahead, with 41% support compared to 38% for the Conservatives. The numbers suggest a tight race, with smaller parties likely to play a significant role in shaping the next government.
Liberal leader Mark Carney is calling for a strong mandate, while Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre continues to pitch his campaign as a push for change.
Key battleground are provinces like Ontario, British Columbia, and Quebec — where margins are expected to be razor-thin. These regions are expected to determine the final outcome.
Also read: Canada elections 2025 explained: Who’s running, who can vote, what to watch and why it matters
What is advanced polling ?
According to CBC, a record 7.3 million Canadians voted during the advance polling period, taking advantage of the four-day window over the long weekend. Preliminary figures from Elections Canada show this marks a 25% increase from the 5.8 million who voted early in 2021.
Advance polling gives voters a chance to cast their vote before the official election day. It’s intended to offer more flexibility, especially for those who may be unavailable due to travel, work shifts, or other commitments. The turnout suggests that more Canadians are actively engaging in the democratic process earlier than usual.
What opinion polls say
With the final vote set for Monday, national opinion polls show the Liberals narrowly leading the Conservatives. Reuters reported that the New Democratic Party, led by Jagmeet Singh, is in third, with the Bloc Quebecois trailing in fourth, focusing solely on Quebec.
An Ipsos survey puts the Liberals three points ahead, with 41% support compared to 38% for the Conservatives. The numbers suggest a tight race, with smaller parties likely to play a significant role in shaping the next government.
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