Quebec party leaders and voters alike are preparing for the first major campaign debate Tuesday night. 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. 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, 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.
