PQ Gains Ground on South Shore as Voters Question Referendum

A poll released on Oct. 3, 2026 indicates that support for the Parti Québécois is rising among voters on Montreal’s South Shore, even as many remain unconvinced about a proposed referendum.

Residents say they are looking for change after the Coalition Avenir Québec’s previous electoral success, despite the area’s long‑standing reputation as a CAQ stronghold.

The findings suggest a potential shift in political alignment on the South Shore, while uncertainty persists around the referendum proposal.