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Federal Projection Update for May 12, 2026.
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The Writ's Federal Vote and Seat Projections
What would be the result of a Canadian federal election if it were held today?
Note to Readers: These projections are presented using Datawrapper’s interactive charts. They are best viewed on a desktop. In most cases, you can click, tap or...
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UPDATED MAY 12, 2026
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