Advance polling for the Quebec general election commenced on Sunday, ahead of the official election date set for October 5. Polling stations opened their doors to allow voters to cast their ballots early, with hours set from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. This marks the beginning of early voting, which aims to engage voters and potentially increase overall turnout. During this advance polling period, issues that are paramount on voters' minds include health care, the economy, language, and environmental concerns.
The election campaign has now entered its final week, with various political leaders actively campaigning across the province. There are five main parties vying for voter support: the Coalition Avenir Québec led by Christine Fréchette, the Parti Québécois led by Paul St-Pierre Plamondon, the Quebec Liberals led by Charles Milliard, the Quebec Conservatives led by Éric Duhaime, and Québec Solidaire led by Ruba Ghazal. These parties are all competing to secure seats in the 44th legislature of the National Assembly.
In the last election, 37% of voters opted for early voting, indicating a significant interest in the advance polling process. With several important issues shaping voter decisions, the participation in advance polls may reflect the electorate's engagement and priorities as they prepare to cast their votes in the coming week.
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