The Big Five Podcast Quebec comes through for Mark Carney as the Liberals win the election.
Apr 29, 2025
Elias Makos chats with Antonine Yaccarini, a savvy political analyst and PR expert, alongside Justine McIntyre, a strategic consultant and former city councillor. They dive deep into Mark Carney's notable Liberal gains in Quebec, unraveling the dynamics that left the Bloc Québécois reeling. The Conservative Party makes strides but struggles with internal issues post-election. With Jagmeet Singh announcing his resignation, the conversation hints at the potential evolution towards a two-party system in Canada, raising questions about the future of smaller parties.
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Quebec Boosts Liberal Victory
- Mark Carney's Liberal win was largely driven by gains in Quebec, taking seats from the Bloc Québécois.
- Conservatives performed well nationally but failed to secure enough ridings due to concentrated voter support.
NDP Collapse Benefits Both Major Parties
- The NDP collapse helped the Liberals win but many former NDP voters shifted to the Conservatives outside Quebec.
- In Quebec, former Bloc voters largely moved to the Liberals, not the Conservatives.
Quebec Voters Reject Poilievre Fear
- Quebec voters traditionally distrust Conservatives and were wary of Pierre Poilievre's unfamiliarity.
- Known Liberal figures gave voters a sense of safety amid political uncertainty, benefiting the Liberals in Quebec.