Quebec’s electoral map has been revised ahead of the 2026 provincial election, increasing the number of constituencies from 125 to 127. The addition of two new ridings changes the calculation for a governing majority, now set at 64 seats instead of the previous 63.
The redistribution, carried out by provincial authorities, was finalized earlier this year and will be applied for the upcoming vote. By raising the total count of ridings to 127, the threshold for a party to secure a majority government rises by one seat. This adjustment means that any party seeking to form government without coalition support must win at least 64 of the 127 seats available.
The change reflects a routine review of electoral boundaries intended to ensure representation aligns with population shifts and demographic trends. While the new ridings have not yet been named publicly, their inclusion will affect the distribution of voters across the province and could influence campaign strategies as parties plan their outreach for the 2026 contest. The revised map will be used for all aspects of the election, including candidate nominations and ballot design.