Record early voter turnout in Canada spurs queues at polls
In Canada, a remarkable turnout was observed on the very first day of early voting in the federal elections, with nearly 2 million citizens exercising their right to vote. This led to lengthy queues at polling stations.
Key information
- Record turnout: Nearly 2 million Canadians voted on the first day of early voting.
- Long queues: In some polling places, the waiting time exceeded two hours.
- Increased turnout: 36% more voters than in 2021.
The federal elections have commenced in Canada, and the initial day of early voting already witnessed a record turnout. Nearly 2 million voters cast their ballots, marking a significant rise compared to previous elections.
Many Canadians opted for early voting, resulting in long queues at polling stations. In some locations, the waiting time exceeded two hours, creating challenges for both voters and election staff.
Elections Canada, tasked with organising the elections, thanked voters for their patience and announced adjustments to accommodate increased activity in the coming days. Turnout was 36% higher than on the first day of early voting in 2021.
Elections in Canada
Canadians are electing their representatives in 343 single-member districts. The elections include major parties such as the Liberal Party, Conservative Party, and New Democratic Party. In Quebec, Parti Québécois is also participating.
The increase in voter numbers on the first day could indicate a high turnout throughout the entire election. The ruling Liberal Party has a chance to form a majority government, which could influence Canada's political future.
