Montreal, Canada – May 6th, 2026 – Simply Voting Inc., a leading provider of secure online voting solutions, is proud to announce the successful completion of the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) leadership election using its voting platform.
A Secure and Engaging Democratic Process
From April 7 to April 12, 2026, members of the CAQ participated in a leadership vote to select a successor to François Legault, who announced his resignation in January.
The election saw strong engagement from party members:
- 15,833 members voted, representing 77% turnout
- Total eligible members: 20,500
- Voting officially concluded on April 12, 2026, at 15:00
This high level of participation reflects both the importance of the leadership transition and the accessibility of the online voting system.
Trusted Technology Delivering Reliable Results
The election resulted in a decisive victory for Christine Fréchette, who secured 57.9% of the vote. As the CAQ is presently the governing party, Ms. Fréchette now becomes Prime Minister of Quebec. It was the party’s first ever leadership race.
Members were provided the choice of internet voting or telephone voting, enhancing overall accessibility.
To ensure a smooth voting experience, the online voting platform offered a dedicated help desk, enabling authorized personnel to assist voters encountering difficulties while maintaining strict safeguards to protect the integrity of the election.
The online voting platform provided by Simply Voting ensured the highest standards of electoral integrity through:
- Strong encryption
- Anonymous electronic ballots
- Instant and accurate tabulation of results
CAQ emphasized the secured and user-friendly experience of Simply Voting’s online voting system and service. “Simply Voting’s expertise ensured the success of the CAQ leadership campaign by combining flawless technological security with a highly simple and accessible voting experience for all our members” said Denis Jr. Joannette, CAQ’s Director of Research and Development.
The online voting system enabled party members from across the country to participate securely, reinforcing confidence in the democratic process.
About the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ)
The Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) is the current governing party in Quebec and has been in power since 2018. Focused on economic development, identity, and public service reform, the party plays a central role in shaping the province’s political landscape.