This story highlights a growing concern about how people are getting their political news—especially when platforms like Facebook, known for misinformation risks, play such a big role. If voters feel underinformed, it could weaken trust in elections and democratic decision-making. It’s a reminder that access to reliable, balanced news matters more than ever.

Many respondents pointed to social media as among their most influential news sources, with 14 per cent specifically citing Facebook.

A recent poll reveals that a significant number of Canadians who voted in the 2025 election didn’t feel fully informed about their choices. Many of these voters relied heavily on social media for news, with 14% naming Facebook as a key source of information.