A recent study indicates that the Halifax mayoral race is becoming more competitive
The poll also highlights that the top issue for respondents is improving public transit, followed by the need to provide adequate housing for the unhoused.
A new poll reveals the Halifax mayoral race is tightening.
According to a survey by Narrative Research, the third conducted through the Halifax Chamber of Commerce since August, Andy Fillmore remains the leading candidate with 24% voter support.
Fillmore is now closely trailed by Waye Mason, who has become the preferred choice for 19% of respondents. Pam Lovelace holds third place with 12%.
Since mid-September, Fillmore’s support has dropped by five percentage points, while Mason’s has risen by six points.
The poll also highlights that the top issue for respondents is improving public transit, followed by the need to provide adequate housing for the unhoused.
“I am not surprised by the increasing importance of better transit as a concern for residents. Increasing traffic, with more housing units coming on stream, is of concern to both residents and business owners,” said Patrick Sullivan, President and CEO of the Halifax Chamber of Commerce. “We are looking forward to the Joint Regional Transportation Agency’s report and the support that both the province and the municipality will provide to transit.”
The survey also shows that three in ten people are still undecided about who they will vote for in the mayoral race.
