E.U., Mexico lead as choices for closer trade ties, Japan, South Korea & SE Asia further down the list October 23, 2025 – As Prime Minister Mark Carney travels to Asia on a quest to build trade ties with more countries in the wake of an ongoing tariff war with the United States, new data from the non-profit Angus Reid… The post Most Canadians say they know little of Asian countries, prefer closer trade ties with more familiar regions appeared first on Angus Reid Institute.| Angus Reid Institute
Past CPC voters divided (47% support 44% oppose, while Liberals near unanimously opposed (89%) October 21, 2025 – Nimbus and Stratus may be floating through Canada this fall – and they’re not just clouds anymore. These are the latest COVID variants that have provinces around the country preparing immunization campaigns to help stem circulation. But two provinces are taking a… The post Coughing it up for the COVID vaccine? Charging for the jab widely opposed nationwide, though Conserva...| Angus Reid Institute
Torontonians divided over the Jays being their city’s team or sharing with the rest of the country October 16, 2025 – Baseball fans in Canada are riding a rollercoaster, as the Toronto Blue Jays bounced back from two losses at home to the Seattle Mariners with a 13 to 4 win on Wednesday night. As the Jays look to advance… The post Attention on baseball explodes as Blue Jays seek World Series berth, but are they really “Canada’s team”? appeared first on Angus Reid Institute.| Angus Reid Institute
Half want Canada to focus more on economic relationship with China, even as favourability remains low October 15, 2025 – After years of deep frost in the Canada-China relationship, a subtle thaw appears to be underway. Canadians are beginning to view China less harshly than before and shifting their priorities toward focusing on potential economic common ground with the Asian… The post A slight thaw in the Sino-Canadian frost? Amid ongoing tension with the U.S., Canadian views of China wa...| Angus Reid Institute
Three-in-five say Smith government has done poor job on education October 14, 2025 – The Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) is set to resume negotiations with the government in an effort to resolve a strike which has taken more than 700,000 students out of classrooms in the province. According to new data from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute, the teachers return… The post Teachers’ Strike: Most Albertans side with teachers as they criticize UCP’s handling of education appeared ...| Angus Reid Institute
Majority say Canada should still approach India with caution in advance of Anand’s trip October 13, 2025 – Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand makes the first ministerial trip to India in two years as the Canada-India relationship continues to thaw after a lengthy freeze during the end of previous Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s time in office. New data from the… The post Half of Canadians say restoring diplomatic ties with India was ‘right move’ as economic issues take priority ...| Angus Reid Institute
Two-thirds say cordial tone at White House meeting will not lead to true progress in trade war October 10, 2025 – New data from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute finds that in contrast with U.S. President Donald Trump’s sentiment, that Canadians will be “very happy” with the trade deal coming their way, most are feeling increasingly less confident that this… The post Carney, Trump & waning Canadian confidence: Warm words in Oval Office do little for trade deal optimism appeared fi...| Angus Reid Institute
Fewer say it should receive a “fast-track”, but support outpaces opposition from coast-to-coast October 9, 2025 – A pipeline-related spat is playing out on social feeds in real time as B.C. Premier David Eby and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith send volleys back and forth about the value and risk of a pipeline from Alberta to the north coast of British…| Angus Reid Institute
Percentage supporting pathway to citizenship for TFWs drops from 36 to 30 per cent over past year September 25, 2025 – Criticisms of Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker program aren’t new, but sustained objections to the policy from the left and right side of the political spectrum have soured Canadians on it - further worsening sentiment compared to this time last… The post Most say Temporary Foreign Worker program is bad for housing, young workers, but also say TFWs unfairly blamed ap...| Angus Reid Institute
Two-in-five satisfied with projects announced, one-in-three unsatisfied, many not yet sure September 23, 2025 – Prime Minister Mark Carney’s big reveal of the first five major projects to be built in the “national interest” is drawing mixed reviews from Canadians. New data from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute finds Canadians responding to this initial list with a mix of positivity,… The post Major Projects Reaction: Canadians give mixed reviews to first five proposals; most say ...| Angus Reid Institute
While sentiment toward Canada’s economy is bleak, many Canadians feel their household finances remain stable, reveals recent public opinion.| Angus Reid Institute
Half of Canadians say they would be ‘ashamed to call him PM’, a 10-point increase from 2023 August 21, 2025 – Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has easily slain the 200-headed hydra he faced in his Battle River-Crowfoot byelection, securing his return to parliament, but it remains to be seen what awaits him in the arena of January’s national convention in…| Angus Reid Institute
Quebecers widely disapprove of Legault on cost of living, housing, health & education; PQ leads, CAQ support crumbles. - Quebec Government Performance 2025| Angus Reid Institute
Majority are supportive of maintain current model of three days for employees, four for executives September 3, 2025 – The slow but steady march of workers back to their on-site offices picked up in tempo when the Ontario government announced that its public sector employees would be required in the office full time in January. Ontario Premier Doug Ford may…| Angus Reid Institute
British Columbians more aware of UNDRIP than others in the country; most would hold referendum on it August 25, 2025 – British Columbia has seen historic and controversial developments in Indigenous land rights. In April 2024, the Haida Nation’s title to Haida Gwaii was formally recognized, while in May 2025 the Cowichan Tribes’ court victory over land title in Richmond…| Angus Reid Institute
Generation, politics, and gender shape views on funding, culture, and status of Indigenous Peoples August 20, 2025 – While issues of land rights, lawsuits, and the legacy of Indian Residential Schools have taken much of the attention in Canada in recent years, there are deep, fundamental questions about Indigenous rights and traditions that underpin many of the views Canadians hold.…| Angus Reid Institute
Cost concerns linger; only one-in-six would pay five per cent or more on airfare to fund pay increase August 15, 2025 – As hundreds of thousands of Air Canada ticket holders navigate alternative travel arrangements and brace for the impact of cancelled trips, new data from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute finds the airline’s reputation appears to be rapidly losing…| Angus Reid Institute
CPC voters at odds with others over consultation and accommodation of First Nations in development August 13, 2025 – As Canada moves ahead with major nation-building legislation in the face of U.S. economic threats, the public remains deeply divided over how these projects intersect with Indigenous rights, and indeed, many are unaware of what those rights even entail. New data…| Angus Reid Institute
Young adults support giving a year of their life to national service; but it depends on the kind of work August 11, 2025 – Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke last week in Trenton, Ontario to announce what he called a “generational” increase in pay for members of the Canadian Armed Forces. And while this may bolster an already growing interest…| Angus Reid Institute
Three-in-five would recognize Palestinian state; the same number say Hamas must be deposed August 7, 2025 – Canada’s move to recognize a Palestinian state has been welcomed by some and rejected by others – U.S. President Donald Trump being one of those occupying the latter view. The Canadian government’s decision to change its position on this issue, regardless of its…| Angus Reid Institute
Half still want proper ecological assessments; two-in-five in Quebec demand provincial input June 26, 2025 – The fast track on projects deemed in the national interest is well on the way to being paved. But while Canadians broadly support the concept of accelerating the timelines of major national infrastructure projects, concern remains over what steps are being skipped to get…| Angus Reid Institute
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Canadians prioritize keeping ERs open, credentialling foreign doctors, in pursuit of better outcomes Pour la version française, cliquez ici. August 17, 2023 – Billions of dollars will be injected into Canada’s ailing health care system over the next decade. And while money is certainly a variable in the equation that will lead to better outcomes, Canadians and health care professionals alike…| Angus Reid Institute
Separatist sentiment is weaker now than in 2019, but persists in AB, SK, and Quebec April 6, 2025 – As if Election 45 could was looking for more drama, former opposition leader and Reform Party founder Preston Manning was rebuked by both Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre and Liberal leader Mark Carney this week after Manning claimed that a vote for…| Angus Reid Institute
Most say they are buying Canadian at grocery store; three-in-five ‘boycotting’ U.S. products February 19, 2025 – Tariffs on Canadian goods crossing into the United States may largely be on hold for another two weeks, but many Canadians are already changing their consumer habits to support domestic producers. A new Angus Reid Institute analysis of...| angusreid.org
Carney holds significant favourability advantage over Freeland among 2021 Liberal and NDP voters February 18, 2025 – The Liberal leadership race is set, with five individuals vying to be the next prime minister, before likely heading into a close-to-immediate federal election campaign. While two key debates loom for the contenders next week, many centre-left voters...| angusreid.org
Percentage of Canadians who believe energy policy should prioritize economic growth doubles from 2023 February 13, 2025 – The return of U.S. President Donald Trump to the Oval Office, and his threat of widespread tariffs, has seismically shifted the economic landscape. It has also threatened to upend energy development in both the long- and short-term....| angusreid.org
Percentage saying they are ‘very proud’ to be Canadian jumps from 34 to 44 per cent vs. December February 5, 2025 – It has been a whirlwind past week in Canada-U.S. relations, after announced tariffs on Canadian goods entering America – set to take effect on Tuesday – were delayed 30 days. This, after a...| angusreid.org
Americans oppose a merger 2:1; just 52% say if Canada does join the U.S., it should get ‘full statehood’ January 14, 2025 – Comments once dismissed as “trolling”, “musing” or “Trump just being Trump” have taken on more serious overtones as the U.S. president-elect persists in talking about having Canada join the United States. After...| angusreid.org
46% say PM should resign, prorogue House for leadership race; two-in-five want a Feb. 2025 election December 30, 2024 – At the end of what has already been a bruising year for federal Liberals, they are on the precipice of a very unhappy New Year. Amid growing calls for their leader to resign, the latest...| angusreid.org
Trudeau, Poilievre, Singh all viewed negatively by majority of Canadians December 20, 2024 – The holidays are often a season of reflection, but for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, the scale of personal deliberation is reportedly going to be gargantuan, as he will decide whether or not to lead his party into an expected election this...| angusreid.org
Four-in-five believe this to be ‘one of the most important elections’ in American history July 29, 2024 – A whirlwind month in politics appears to have catalyzed the presidential race, with reports that Kamala Harris has the support of enough delegates to receive the Democratic nomination formally at the party’s national convention, which begins on...| angusreid.org
For the first time since 1974, all three major federal party leaders score at least -12 in approval May 9, 2024 – Many pundits and observers have speculated that politics has “never been this divisive”, with party leaders who seek to exploit differences rather than overcome them. Even Canadians have voiced concern that there is no room for compromise or…| Angus Reid Institute
Two-in-five would abolish the tax, while others would temporarily reduce it, maintain, or increase it November 16, 2023 – The Trudeau government, once lauded for its savvy communications style is facing resistance to one of its signature policies, in large part due to its evident failure to adequately communicate how the policy works. The latest...| angusreid.org
