They see the NDP as just some fringe party from the Maritimes that got lucky, and that really the liberals just needed some quiet time so they can take their rightful place ruling over Canada.
If the NDP puts op a real fight for the seats they hold, the Libs will have a tough time despite the media up there almost ignoring them. But without Jack Layton, you never know if they really were just a passing fancy.
The Liberals’ problem is they’re a tired brand. And Justin Trudeau is not popular in Quebec.