(CPOD) May 22, 2004 - The upcoming federal election in Canada could turn out to be a closely contested affair, according to a poll by Compas Inc. published in the National Post. 39 per cent of respondents would vote for the ruling Liberal party, while 31 per cent would support the opposition Conservatives.

Liberal leader Paul Martin took over as Canada's prime minister on Dec. 12, 2003. Although Martin does not have to hold a federal vote until November 2005, an election is expected on Jun. 28.

The New Democratic Party (NDP) is fourth with 17 per cent, followed by the Bloc Québécois with 11 per cent.

Canadian political parties are preparing tomorrow's election call. Conservative leader Stephen Harper has suggested lowering taxation levels in the country, and raising military spending. NDP head Jack Layton has vowed to increase federal health care spending over the next two years.

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