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A Housing Crunch and a Hunger for Change (OnePoint Association of Realtors/Nanos Research)

The research gauged the opinions among residents of Owen Sound, Kincardine and Collingwood on the quality of life, perceptions of real estate, affordability, the housing market, and municipal election issues in these target geographies. Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) random telephone survey of 769 residents of Owen Sound, Kincardine and Collingwood,… Continue Reading A Housing Crunch and a Hunger for Change (OnePoint Association of Realtors/Nanos Research)

Most Canadians still hold the view that boycotting US made goods and travel to the US is helpful to ...

The research gauged the opinions among Canadians on their perceptions and concerns regarding economic conditions. Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) hybrid telephone and online random survey of 1,003 Canadians, 18 years of age or older, between May 3rd and 6th, 2026 as part of an omnibus survey. The margin of error… Continue Reading Most Canadians still hold the view that boycotting US made goods and travel to the US is helpful to strengthening Canada’s bargaining position. (CTV News/Nanos)

Canadians who embrace 1.4% or lower threshold for defence spending hits low. Strong majority good wi...

The research gauged the opinions among Canadians on military spending and defence cooperation. It explores whether Canada should change its defence budget in response to calls for higher NATO contributions. Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) hybrid telephone and online random survey of 1099 Canadians, 18 years of age or older, between… Continue Reading Canadians who embrace 1.4% or lower threshold for defence spending hits low. Strong majority good with two percent of GDP or greater spending. (CTV News/Nanos)

Majority report that the LaGuardia runway collision has had no impact on their willingness to travel...

The research gauged the opinions among Canadians on the change in their willingness to travel by air in light of the fatal air collision between an Air Canada jet and an emergency vehicle on a runway in New York City. Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) hybrid telephone and online random survey… Continue Reading Majority report that the LaGuardia runway collision has had no impact on their willingness to travel by air. One in four either travelling less or more cautious. (CTV News/Nanos)

Canadians concerned about jobs/the economy: Liberals 45, Conservatives 32, NDP 11. (Nanos)

Jobs and growth dominate national concern, with inflation close behind. The Liberals maintain a ballot advantage, reflected in the Party Power Index which measures overall brand strength of the parties. -Nik Nanos, Chief Data Scientist The Weekly Nanos Tracking is produced by the Nanos Research Corporation, headquartered in Canada, which operates in Canada and the… Continue Reading Canadians concerned about jobs/the economy: Liberals 45, Conservatives 32, NDP 11. (Nanos)

Canadians against military involvement in US-Israel-Iran conflict (The Globe and Mail/Nanos)

No involvement or diplomacy only, more popular than a military role for Canada. Nearly 2 in 5 Canadians prefer that Canada not be involved militarily at all in the conflict the United-States has with Iran (37%). An additional one in three prefer that Canada focus exclusively on diplomatic efforts. One in four Canadians (23%) are… Continue Reading Canadians against military involvement in US-Israel-Iran conflict (The Globe and Mail/Nanos)

Confidence on Hold: Perceptions Pause Between Gloom and Hope (Bloomberg/Nanos Research)

Canada’s confidence has stabilized at neutral. The index has recovered from April lows, signalling a pause in pessimism rather than a clear recovery. Of note, personal finances and economic expectations remain weak. Improved expectations suggest cautious hope, but momentum is limited and fragile overall nationwide. – Nik Nanos, Chief Data Scientist Nanos conducted an RDD… Continue Reading Confidence on Hold: Perceptions Pause Between Gloom and Hope (Bloomberg/Nanos Research)

Most Canadians want their country to join the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons despite o...

The research gauged the views of Canadians on nuclear weapons, namely on their level of support for signing and ratifying the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW), Canada’s preparedness to deal with a nuclear weapon detonation, and their views on eliminating nuclear weapons. Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) hybrid… Continue Reading Most Canadians want their country to join the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons despite opposition it might receive from the United States. (International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War Canada/Nanos)

Liberals 45, Conservatives 32 – Carney ahead of Poilievre by 24 points on preferred PM tracking (Nan

Canada’s political landscape remains tilted towards the incumbents, though with signs of restlessness beneath the surface. Economic pressures continue to dominate public concern, with jobs, inflation and the broader cost of living crowding out other issues. Support for the governing Liberals remains well ahead of their rivals, while the Conservatives struggle to convert dissatisfaction into… Continue Reading Liberals 45, Conservatives 32 – Carney ahead of Poilievre by 24 points on preferred PM tracking (Nanos)

Consumer confidence wobbling near neutral (Bloomberg/Nanos Research)

Canadian consumer confidence is stuck in a holding pattern. The Bloomberg Nanos Canadian Confidence Index has edged up from recent lows but remains below the threshold that would signal broad optimism. Household sentiment is being pulled in opposite directions: job security remains relatively firm, cushioning anxiety, while pessimism about the wider economy and real estate… Continue Reading Consumer confidence wobbling near neutral (Bloomberg/Nanos Research)