A new poll suggests that most Canadians prefer that opposition parties work together with the Liberals rather than forcing an early election. The poll, conducted by Ipsos exclusively for Global News between Sept. 6 and 10 and released Wednesday, found that Canadians want all parties to try and collaborate with the government on a case-by-case basis, rather than rushing into an early election.
Despite low approval ratings for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, the majority of Canadians surveyed do not want an early election. Only in Alberta and Saskatchewan did a majority of respondents express a desire to see the opposition defeat the government “at the earliest opportunity.”
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh has indicated that he will approach all votes in the House of Commons on a case-by-case basis and has not definitively stated whether he will support a motion of non-confidence if one arises. Despite the reluctance for an early election, Canadians remain dissatisfied with Trudeau and the Liberals, with only 28% of those surveyed believing that Trudeau deserves re-election.
In terms of party support, the Conservatives lead with 45% compared to 26% for the Liberals and 16% for the NDP. The Bloc Québécois holds a significant lead in Quebec with 34% support, while Canadians surveyed do not believe that the Liberals’ fortunes would change if Trudeau were to step aside.
The poll was released as the Liberals and NDP hold their annual caucus retreats. Trudeau expressed confidence about the upcoming fall session of Parliament and the ability of his party to present a strong contrast with the Conservatives. The Liberals will face a critical test with two upcoming byelections in Montreal and Winnipeg, where voters will have to choose between different plans for the country.
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