Overview
- Soraya Martinez Ferrada, a former federal minister, won Montreal’s mayoralty in a change election, becoming the first racialized person elected to the post according to CBC.
- Ensemble Montréal was leading a majority on council, with projections showing 41 of 65 seats as results came in.
- Her platform prioritized ending homeless encampments within four years and launching a 100‑day audit of bike lanes that could lead to removals.
- Élections Montréal estimated turnout at about 27 percent before polls closed, while more than 4,500 candidates across Quebec, including 564 mayors, were elected by acclamation.
- In Quebec City, incumbent Bruno Marchand was projected to secure a second term with a clear lead over his challengers.