Poll Shows PQ Tied with CAQ and PLQ at 22%
A Pallas poll shows the Parti Québécois, CAQ and PLQ each at 22 percent after two debates, highlighting that only an absolute PQ majority—or a coalition with Québec solidaire—could trigger a referendum.
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Mayor Candidate Seeks Court Block on Three Dual Candidacies
Mayor candidate William Quinlan sued to block three Democratic officeholders from running for Chicago mayor while seeking reelection, citing a recent change to Illinois’ election calendar as a legal conflict.
Winnipeg Leaders Condemn Wyatt’s Re‑Election Bid Amid Assault Charges
Winnipeg councillors and labour leaders condemned Transcona councillor Russ Wyatt’s re‑election bid while he faces sexual assault charges, stressing concerns over his suitability for office.
Democratic Gov. Candidate Jolly Declines Debate With Donalds
Democratic candidate David Jolly announced on September 20 he will not debate Republican Byron Donalds, calling his opponent a liar, leaving the planned governor’s race debate in doubt.
Two Quebec Party Leaders Pause Campaign for Final Debate
Two of Quebec's five party leaders will suspend campaign activities for a day to prepare for Radio-Canada's final leaders' debate on September 23, as the election schedule is adjusted to accommodate the televised event.
Chow's Mayoral Lead Shrinks to Seven Points Over Bradford
A new Liaison Strategies poll shows Olivia Chow's lead over Brad Bradford has narrowed to seven points, down from eleven, as the Toronto mayoral election approaches.
Parkdale Residents Name Housing and Affordability as Top Concerns
A CBC Toronto survey of Parkdale residents identified housing and affordability as the neighbourhood’s top concerns, findings that will feed into the “Toronto Speaks” series ahead of the mayoral election.
Free Guide Released for Chicago’s First Full Board of Education Election
A free voter guide released on September 21, 2026 explains Chicago’s first election in which residents will elect the entire Board of Education, outlining voting procedures and emphasizing the historic nature of the ballot.
Winnipeg Voters Remain Split on Next Mayor, Poll Finds
A poll released on September 19 shows over half of Winnipeg voters are still undecided about the mayoral race, while incumbent Scott Gillingham leads among those who have chosen.
Quebec Conservatives Claim Growing Support for Fracking
Quebec Conservative member Christine Fréchette said more Quebecers are supporting fracking as the province heads into an election where the practice is a central issue, highlighting the party’s push for fossil fuel development to boost the economy.
Public Safety Tops Voter Concerns in Tight Toronto Mayoral Race
A Mainstreet Research poll released on September 18 shows Toronto voters rank public safety as their top concern amid a tightening mayoral race, suggesting safety will dominate campaign agendas.
Montreal Mayor Absent from UMQ Electoral Summit in Quebec City
The UMQ’s annual electoral summit began in Quebec City on September 18, 2026, without the mayor of Montreal in attendance, while municipal officials from across the province continued with the scheduled program.
Illinois House Democrats Lose Postage Discount, Funding Clash Ensues
Welch and Illinois House Democrats say they were suddenly removed from a party postage discount that saved up to half of mailing costs, sparking a funding dispute with the state Democratic Party, which cites policy reasons for the change.
Poll Finds Over Half of Winnipeg Voters Undecided
A September 2026 poll shows just over half of Winnipeg voters are still undecided about the mayoral race, while incumbent Scott Gillingham leads among those who have made a choice.
Federal Judge Blocks Texas GOP Primary Voting Restriction
A federal judge paused a Texas Republican Party plan to restrict primary voting to party‑registered voters, keeping current voting rules in effect while the legal challenge proceeds.
Montreal Mayor Skips Start of UMQ Electoral Summit
The UMQ's annual electoral summit began in Quebec City on September 18, 2026, with Montreal's mayor absent. The event proceeded as scheduled, gathering municipal officials from across Quebec.
Poll Shows Public Safety Tops Voter Concerns in Toronto Race
A Mainstreet Research poll released on September 18 shows public safety as the top concern for Toronto voters ahead of a close mayoral race, signaling that safety issues will likely dominate campaign discussions.
Ford Says Praise for Chow Not an Endorsement
Premier Doug Ford clarified that his positive comments about council candidate Chow were not an endorsement, emphasizing his neutrality as Toronto discusses a new funding agreement ahead of the municipal election.
Record 908 Candidates File for Quebec Election on Oct. 5
Quebec has recorded a historic 908 prospective candidates for its October 5, 2026 provincial election, the highest number ever filed, prompting extensive preparation by electoral officials.
Montreal Mayor Skips UMQ Electoral Summit in Quebec City
The Union of Quebec Municipalities began its annual electoral summit in Quebec City on September 18, 2026, without the mayor of Montreal in attendance, as municipal leaders gathered to discuss upcoming elections and shared challenges.
