Quebec has revised its electoral map ahead of the 2026 provincial election, increasing the total number of ridings from 125 to 127. The addition of the two new districts raises the number of seats a party must win to claim a majority to 64.
The adjustment follows a recent redistribution process that examined population changes and representation balance across the province. By expanding the legislature, officials aim to ensure that each member of the National Assembly represents a more evenly sized constituency. The new ridings will be contested for the first time in the upcoming election, and their boundaries reflect the latest demographic data.
Under the previous configuration, a party needed 63 seats out of 125 to secure a governing majority. With the increase to 127 seats, the threshold shifts by one seat, requiring parties to capture 64 seats to hold a majority. This change may affect campaign strategies as parties assess where to allocate resources and which regions could become pivotal in reaching the new target.
The redistribution does not alter the overall structure of the legislature beyond the two added seats. All other aspects of the electoral system, including the first‑past‑the‑post voting method, remain unchanged. Voters in the newly defined districts will receive updated voting information and will be incorporated into the standard electoral roll.
Election officials have confirmed that the revised map will be in effect for the 2026 vote, and they have begun the process of informing the public about the new boundaries. The adjustment marks the most significant change to Quebec's electoral districts since the last provincial election, reflecting ongoing efforts to align representation with population shifts.