On August 27, 2026, Premier Christine Fréchette met with the lieutenant‑governor of Quebec to dissolve the National Assembly, formally initiating the province’s election campaign. The meeting, held in Quebec, Canada, fulfilled the constitutional step required to end the current legislative session and set the electoral timetable.
The dissolution triggers a 39‑day election period that will conclude with a provincial vote on October 5, 2026. By ending the Assembly’s term, the premier and lieutenant‑governor have activated the statutory timeline that governs campaign activities, candidate nominations and the administration of the poll.
Under Quebec’s election law, the lieutenant‑governor acts on the advice of the premier to dissolve the legislature, thereby creating a defined window for parties to present their platforms to voters. The 39‑day interval is fixed by statute and provides a limited but structured period for campaigning, public debates and voter outreach before the October 5 election date.
During this interval, political parties will mobilise resources, organise rallies and communicate policy proposals across the province. The shortened campaign timeline requires rapid organization and swift messaging as candidates vie for seats in the forthcoming National Assembly.
The dissolution also clears the way for the nomination of new candidates and the preparation of electoral lists. With the Assembly officially dissolved, the province moves toward a complete transition of power based on the results of the October 5 poll, which will determine the composition of Quebec’s next government.
The start of the campaign marks the first formal step in the electoral process for 2026, and the 39‑day period will be closely monitored as parties compete for voter support ahead of the scheduled provincial election.