Maybe it was the Chewbacca socks.

Nearly half (45%) of Canadians say it’s time for a change when it comes to federal politics – a 15% increase over two years, according to recent polling conducted by Angus Reid.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s apparent slide in the polls comes months after his government settled a lawsuit with convicted terrorist Omar Khadr for $10.5 million and amid the government's announcement of its plan to alter how small businesses are taxed nationwide — a move that has drawn widespread condemnation from industry experts.

While Trudeau’s approval rating sits at 50% — 15 points down after peaking last year — only 24% of Canadians say the PM is “best suited” to deal with the economy. Meanwhile, 29% of Canadians believe Conservative Party Leader Andrew Scheer is best when it comes to the economy.

Additional good news for Scheer: More Canadians (36%) believe the Conservatives are the “best party” to lead compared to the Liberals (33%).

MORE FINDINGS

Which statement best reflects how you feel?

It’s time for a change in government: 45%

It’s not time for a change in government: 34%

Not sure: 22%

Do you approve or disapprove of Justin Trudeau?

Approve: 50%

Disapprove: 45%

Tell us which you think is the best party to form government:

Conservative Party of Canada: 36%

Liberal Party of Canada: 33%

Which of these leaders is best suited to deal with the economy?

Andrew Scheer (Conservative): 29%

Justin Trudeau (Liberal): 24%

Thomas Mulcair (NDP): 12%

None of these: 7%

Not sure: 24%