Quebec party leaders are set to spar in their first debate this evening

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MONTREAL - Quebec party leaders and voters alike are preparing for the first major campaign debate tonight. 

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MONTREAL – Quebec party leaders and voters alike are preparing for the first major campaign debate tonight. 

The debate is scheduled for 8 p.m. and will feature all five party leaders. 

The host, TVA, has said the debate would explore three main themes: the economy, taxes and public services, and the future of Quebec. 

Quebec Solidaire co-spokesperson Ruba Ghazal gestures as she speaks to the media during a campaign stop in Montreal on Monday Sept. 14, 2026. Quebec votes in a provincial election on Oct. 5, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi
Quebec Solidaire co-spokesperson Ruba Ghazal gestures as she speaks to the media during a campaign stop in Montreal on Monday Sept. 14, 2026. Quebec votes in a provincial election on Oct. 5, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi

Leaders slowed down their announcements early in the week to prepare for the debate. 

The Parti Québécois is set to unveil the financial framework of its platform today, the last of the major parties to do so.

Quebec voters go to the polls Oct. 5.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Sept. 15, 2026.

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