Elections Canada officials have been contacting potential polling venues to check space availability for a possible election period after November 1, according to unverified reports circulating in Ottawa and online.
The agency has not issued any formal statement confirming such preparations, but the claims have fuelled mounting speculation that another federal vote could be approaching.
Prime Minister Mark Carney currently leads a minority Liberal government, meaning his party must rely on opposition cooperation to maintain confidence in the House of Commons. With tensions rising over budget negotiations and public-safety legislation, observers suggest Carney could consider a snap election to strengthen his mandate if polling trends remain favourable.
So far, there is no official indication from the Prime Minister’s Office or Elections Canada that a campaign is imminent. Under the Canada Elections Act, general elections occur every four years, but the prime minister may request an early dissolution of Parliament at any time.
Analysts say an early vote would depend on whether the Liberals can pass their upcoming budget with support from the NDP or Bloc Québécois.
While some believe Carney could seize momentum amid improving approval ratings, others warn that Canadians may resist another election so soon after the spring vote.
For now, speculation about Elections Canada’s preparations underscores Ottawa’s political volatility—but not yet a confirmed campaign.