Ahead of Quebec’s October 5 provincial election, some promises are resonating more strongly with voters than others. And with the race still wide open, several of the most popular measures have one thing in common: they directly address the cost of living and household finances.
Key Highlights
- Eliminating the QST on the sale of used goods ranks first, with 77% of Quebecers saying it would be a good measure.
- Reducing public transit fares and making transit free for students and seniors receives 72% support.
- Financial assistance for first-time homebuyers is considered a good measure by 71% of respondents.
- Some of these measures appeal to voters across several parties, suggesting that financial concerns cut across partisan lines.
Measures That Help Household Finances Stand Out
Among all the promises tested, several of the highest-rated measures would provide direct financial relief. Eliminating the QST on used goods tops the list at 77%, while reducing the cost of public transit reaches 72% and financial assistance for first-time homebuyers, 71%.
Housing costs also stand out: 74% of respondents view government controls on rent increases as a good measure.
In other words, proposals that have a tangible impact on everyday expenses tend to receive particularly strong support.
Support That Cuts Across Party Lines
The rankings by voting intention also reveal some areas of common ground. Eliminating the QST on used goods ranks first among PQ, CAQ and Conservative voters, and third among Liberal voters.
Financial assistance for first-time homebuyers also ranks among the top four measures for PQ, QLP and PCQ voters, and comes in third among Québec solidaire supporters.
As election day approaches, these results suggest that the most compelling promises are not necessarily the most ideological. Measures that offer a clear financial benefit could have a particular advantage in a campaign where the cost of living remains top of mind.
Methodology
The survey was conducted online by Leger from August 21 to 24, 2026, among 1,010 Quebec residents aged 18 or older who are eligible to vote. Respondents were randomly recruited from Leger’s LEO online panel. The results were weighted by age, gender, mother tongue, region, education, and the presence of children in the household.
For comparison purposes, a probability sample of this size would have a maximum margin of error of ±3.08%, 19 times out of 20.
To cite these results, please use: Leger / Le Journal / TVA Nouvelles.
