Federal Politics: Liberals Reach Highest Level of Support

3 June 2026
Leger’s latest federal polling shows the Liberal Party continuing to strengthen its position nationally, reaching 50% support among decided voters. This represents a two-point increase since April and marks the highest level of support recorded by Leger for the Liberals since they first formed government in 2015.

The Conservatives stand at 34%, down three points from last month, while support for the NDP (6%), Bloc Québécois (6%), and Green Party (3%) remains largely unchanged.

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Canadians Remain Positive About the Carney Government

A majority of Canadians (54%) say they are satisfied with the federal government led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, while 37% are dissatisfied. Satisfaction is strongest among Quebecers (61%), Canadians aged 55 and older (64%), and Liberal supporters (91%).

Although satisfaction has dipped slightly since April, the government continues to maintain a positive balance of opinion nationwide.

Prime Minister Approval Remains Strong

Mark Carney’s personal approval ratings remain solid. More than half of Canadians (56%) approve of the job he is doing as Prime Minister, compared with 34% who disapprove. Approval is particularly high among Quebecers (63%), older Canadians (67%), and Liberal voters (93%).

As with government satisfaction, approval remains well above disapproval despite a modest decline from April.

Key Takeaways

  • The Liberals have increased their lead nationally and now stand at 50% support among decided voters.
  • Liberal support has reached its highest level in Leger polling since 2015.
  • A majority of Canadians remain satisfied with the federal government (54%).
  • Prime Minister Mark Carney maintains majority approval (56%).

Methodology

An online survey of 1,532 Canadians aged 18 or older was conducted from May 29 to June 1, 2026, using Leger’s LEO panel. Results were weighted according to age, gender, mother tongue, region, education, and presence of children in the household to ensure a representative sample of the Canadian population. For comparison purposes, a probability sample of this size would have a margin of error of ±2.50%, 19 times out of 20.
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