In a significant shift in public sentiment, Canadians are signaling a diminishing support for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, as revealed by recent polling data. The findings come at a time when political dynamics in the country are evolving, and voters are reevaluating their choices.
Decline in Support for Trudeau
Recent polls conducted by Ipsos indicate that a majority of Canadians now believe it’s time for Prime Minister Trudeau to step aside as the leader of the Liberal Party. In fact, a staggering 60 percent of respondents expressed this sentiment, marking a notable increase from a December 2022 poll when 54 percent held a similar view. This shift in public opinion underscores the growing dissatisfaction with Trudeau’s leadership.
Rise in Favor of Pierre Poilievre
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is gaining significant traction as the preferred choice for Prime Minister, with 40 percent of Canadians endorsing him as the best candidate, according to an Ipsos poll exclusively conducted for Global News. Poilievre’s favorability in this regard has seen a remarkable five-point increase over the past year. These numbers suggest that the Conservatives could form a majority government if an election were held today, highlighting a remarkable shift in the political landscape.
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Support for Jagmeet Singh Slipping
On the other hand, support for Jagmeet Singh, the leader of the New Democratic Party (NDP), has experienced a decline. Poll results indicate that the number of respondents who view Singh as the best choice for Prime Minister has dropped four points since September 2022, with only 22 percent now endorsing him for the role.
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Variations
The polls also reveal regional variations in public sentiment. While Poilievre enjoys a 20-point lead over Trudeau in Atlantic Canada, Quebec remains a stronghold for Trudeau, where he has 34 percent support compared to Poilievre’s 23 percent. In Ontario, a critical battleground in Canadian politics, Poilievre is ahead at 42 percent, surpassing Trudeau’s 38 percent.
| Candidate | Poll Percentage |
|---|---|
| Pierre Poilievre | 40% |
| Justin Trudeau | 31% |
| Jagmeet Singh | 22% |
Calls for Change and Political Shifts
The call for change at the top is gaining momentum, with a majority of Canadians indicating that it’s time for new leadership in the Liberal Party. As of now, the minority Liberals have a supply and confidence agreement with the NDP, which has agreed to support the government on confidence matters until the next scheduled election in fall 2025. However, 53 percent of respondents believe it’s time for the NDP to stop supporting the Liberals and trigger an election, signaling potential shifts in political alliances.
As Canadians reevaluate their political choices, the polling data suggests a changing political landscape. With declining support for Trudeau and Singh and the rise of Pierre Poilievre as a formidable contender, the upcoming political landscape promises to be dynamic and unpredictable. These developments underscore the importance of understanding the evolving preferences and priorities of the Canadian electorate.
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The ongoing diplomatic tensions with India may further accelerate the decline of Trudeau’s Party while also impacting Jagmeet Singh’s NDP party. As political dynamics continue to evolve, these polling results indicate that Canadians are not only reevaluating their leadership choices but are also factoring in international relations in their political considerations.
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Poll Data: Ipsos Data for Global News