In the lead-up to the elections, the Liberals, initially optimistic about securing a majority government largely due to support in Quebec, are sensing a potential decline in their prospects. The Bloc Quebecois, under Leader Yves-François Blanchet, sees an opportunity to regain ground after a dip in poll numbers, aiming to save existing seats and gain new ones in the Montreal area. Although recent polls indicate the Liberals have a 16-point lead over the Bloc, a rise in Bloc support could threaten the Liberals’ majority ambitions, highlighting the volatility of the current campaign.