Quebec, the French speaking province of Canada is all set to elect members of its National Assembly in a high stakes election in October. But many have indicated that the election will likely be called by the end of August. The election is being viewed as important, as a win by the PQ party could lead to a third and historic referendum direct referendum regarding independence.
Quebec Election 2026: When Will Provincial Election Be Held in Quebec?
The provincial general election in Canada’s Quebec will be held in the starting of October. According to the province’s main electoral authority “The next Québec provincial general election is scheduled for October 5, 2026”. However the date is not set in stone and Elections Quebec has noted that saying “An early general election may be held before that date”. In cases like those, the national government of Canada will call upon the Lieutenant Governor.
Quebec Election 2026: List of Key Dates
The important dates regarding the upcoming provincial general election of Quebec are mentioned below:
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August 29, 2026: Expected official election call (dropping of the writ), marking the formal launch of the 5-week campaign period.
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September 16, 2026: Final deadline for electors who will be outside the province to register to vote outside Quebec.
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September 25 to October 1, 2026: The availability window for electors to access several alternative early voting options.
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September 27 & 28, 2026: Official advance polling days for standard in-person early voting.
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October 5, 2026: Polling Day / Election Day
Quebec Election 2026: Key Candidates
The key candidates in the upcoming provincial general election of Quebec include:
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Christine Frechette from the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ), who is the incumbent premier of Quebec province.
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Paul St. Pierre Plamondon from Parti Québécois (PQ), a lawyer, politican and media personality who represents Camille Laurin.
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Charles Milliard from the Quebec Liberal Party (PLQ), a businessman and pharmacist. He is the former president of the Quebec Federation of Chambers of Commerce (FCCQ).
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Eric Duhaime from the Conservative Party of Quebec – PCQ , a columnist, radio host and politician.
Quebec Election 2026: Result Date
In Quebec, there is no separate date for the declaration of results. Voting centers across the province will close at 8:00 PM EST. preliminary leads will start emerging in real time as the ballot counting starts. The final result of the provincial general election will likely be announced by late night on October 5, 2026.
Quebec Provincial General Election Results 2022: A Quick Recap
During the 2022 Provincial General Election of Quebec, the incumbent Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) won 90 out of the 125 total seats in the National Assembly Seats and scored a decisive victory. CAQ also achieved a historic winner margin of 40.98% and was able to form its government successfully.
