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Close race and a polling miss in Saskatchewan

The Numbers

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Polling Discrepancies in Saskatchewan Elections

This chapter examines the unexpected inaccuracies in polling during the recent Saskatchewan election, where predictions overestimated the NDP's lead. It discusses the challenges faced by pollsters, the effects of mail-in ballots, and the urban-rural divide that influenced voting outcomes. The conversation ultimately highlights the need for improved polling methodologies and the implications for future elections, particularly for the NDP looking towards 2028.

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