Majority Canadians Oppose Shift Two-Party System Poll

A recent poll conducted by Leger Marketing for the Association for Canadian Studies reveals that nearly half of Canadians oppose the idea of a two-party political system despite the Liberal and Conservative parties dominating the recent federal election. Only about 21-23% of respondents, with Conservatives being the most supportive at 30%, favored a two-party system, while 49% opposed it and around 30% were unsure. Regional differences showed Ontario and Alberta as the most open to the two-party system, though a majority still preferred a multi-party approach. Jack Jedwab, president of the Association for Canadian Studies, highlighted that Canadians tend to favor a political culture that embraces multiple parties, contrasting with the polarized system seen in the United States. The poll also indicated mixed feelings about the election results, with 44% satisfied and 40% dissatisfied, and varied appetite for an early election. Overall, the findings suggest Canadians prefer a political landscape that reflects diverse perspectives rather than a binary party system.