The research gauged public perceptions and opinions regarding the balance between political influence and expert advice in policy decisions, the role of various sources in informing these decisions, and the role of oil and gas in Canada’s current and future economy. It explored views on expanding oil and gas exports for global energy security and climate change mitigation. Additionally, the survey asks Canadians to score government performance on strengthening public confidence in Canada’s energy decision-making processes and on developing a shared long-term vision for Canada’s energy future.
Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) hybrid telephone and online random survey of 1,035 Canadians, 18 years of age or older, between July 29th to August 1st, 2024 as part of an omnibus survey.
The margin of error for a random survey of 1,035 Canadians is ±3.1 percentage points, 19 times out of 20.
The research was commissioned by the University of Ottawa’s Positive Energy program and was conducted by Nanos Research.
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