Canada’s federal landscape shows limited movement. The Liberals stand at 43.8%, ahead of the Conservatives at 30.4% and the NDP at 12.0%, while the Bloc is at 6.5% and the Greens at 5.2%. Carney continues to have a significant advantage over Poilievre on the preferred PM tracking. Economic concerns remain most cited at 21.2%, followed… Continue Reading Liberals lead by 13 points – Carney ahead of Poilievre by 26 points on preferred PM. (Nanos)
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Canadian economic sentiment sputtering in neutral. (Bloomberg/Nanos Research)
Canadian economic sentiment remains stable. The Bloomberg‑Nanos index stood at 50.88, up from 50.70 four weeks earlier and close to neutral. Current conditions eased slightly, with the pocketbook measure at 51.82, while expectations rose to 49.93. Overall levels remain below the longer-term average of 54.73 and the recent peak of 54.19, suggesting a broadly balanced… Continue Reading Canadian economic sentiment sputtering in neutral. (Bloomberg/Nanos Research)
Liberals 43.5, Conservatives 31.5, NDP 11.4 (Nanos)
The Liberals continue to lead the Nanos Ballot numbers at 43.5%, maintaining their lead over the Conservatives at 31.5%, with other parties trailing. Economic concerns, jobs, inflation and the cost of living remain the most prominent issues of national concern, alongside housing and Trump/US relations. -Nik Nanos, Chief Data Scientist The Weekly Nanos Tracking is… Continue Reading Liberals 43.5, Conservatives 31.5, NDP 11.4 (Nanos)
Canada’s economic mood: hovering at neutral (Bloomberg/Nanos Research)
Canadian consumer confidence remains subdued, with the composite index edging down to 50.42 from 51.73 four weeks earlier, remaining close to neutral. Household sentiment has weakened, as the pocketbook measure declined to 51.48 from 55.01, reflecting softer views on personal finances and job security. Expectations improved modestly to 49.36 but remains below neutral. – Nik… Continue Reading Canada’s economic mood: hovering at neutral (Bloomberg/Nanos Research)
Young people worried about paying housing costs up in the past 90 days. (Nanos)
The research gauged the opinions among Canadians on their perceptions and concerns regarding economic conditions and housing affordability. Respondents were asked about their expectations for the next generation’s standard of living, with options ranging from higher to lower standards compared to today. Additionally, the survey gauged individuals’ worries about their ability to pay for housing… Continue Reading Young people worried about paying housing costs up in the past 90 days. (Nanos)
Liberals hold lead as concern on national unity on radar
Liberals lead at 42.7%, ahead of Conservatives at 30.7%, with others trailing. Mark Carney is the preferred prime minister (48.6%), followed by Pierre Poilievre (24.1%). Top concerns remain the economy, inflation and healthcare, while housing and immigration rank lower. National unity getting on the radar as a top issue of concern. -Nik Nanos, Chief Data… Continue Reading Liberals hold lead as concern on national unity on radar
Canadian economic mood stable, but lacking momentum (Bloomberg/Nanos Research)
Canada’s economic mood remains near neutral with a slight dip from recent weeks. Household sentiment has eased, while expectations remain broadly unchanged. Overall, views are balanced, with Canadian’s cautious sentiment prevailing. – Nik Nanos, Chief Data Scientist Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) telephone random survey of 1,021 respondents in Canada. This… Continue Reading Canadian economic mood stable, but lacking momentum (Bloomberg/Nanos Research)
The Transatlantic Tilt: Canadians warm to Germany and Europe as confidence in the United States beco...
The research gauged the opinion of Canadians on defence and security partnerships, trade diversification, and global affairs. Nanos conducted a representative non-probability online survey of 1532 Canadians, 18 years of age or older, from May 1st to May 5th, 2026. The sample is geographically stratified to be representative of Canada. A margin of error cannot… Continue Reading The Transatlantic Tilt: Canadians warm to Germany and Europe as confidence in the United States becomes less certain. (Konrad Adenauer Stiftung/Nanos Research)
Rising inflation concerns. Liberals ahead while Conservative support hits a low not seen since Novem...
Economic concerns remain paramount, though less intensely than in recent weeks. Jobs and the economy still lead, while inflation, healthcare and immigration edge upward; housing worries have cooled. The Liberals maintain a solid lead in vote intention and overall positioning, with Conservatives trailing and other parties well behind. Of note, Conservative support has not been… Continue Reading Rising inflation concerns. Liberals ahead while Conservative support hits a low not seen since November 2022. (Nanos)
Confidence holds near neutral as Canadian sentiment steadies (Bloomberg/Nanos Research)
Canada’s confidence index is broadly unchanged at 50.86, remaining below its long-term average. Household sentiment has softened, while expectations have edged higher. Overall, the data suggest a steady but subdued outlook, with little evidence of a decisive shift in sentiment. – Nik Nanos, Chief Data Scientist Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines)… Continue Reading Confidence holds near neutral as Canadian sentiment steadies (Bloomberg/Nanos Research)