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Climate Action Seen as Urgent: Canadians Ready for Water Infrastructure Investment. (International I...

The research gauged the opinions among Canadians on climate change, the state of Canada’s water infrastructure and natural infrastructure. Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) hybrid telephone and online random survey of 2219 Canadians, 18 years of age or older, from February 28 to March 19, 2026. The results were statistically checked… Continue Reading Climate Action Seen as Urgent: Canadians Ready for Water Infrastructure Investment. (International Institute for Sustainable Development/Nanos Research)

Slim majority of Canadians against federal government’s proposal to privatize airports. (Bloomberg/N

Canadians are over two times more likely to oppose (34%) or somewhat oppose (19%) the government’s proposal to privatize airports than they are to support (10%) or somewhat support this (22%). A notable 15 per cent of Canadians report being unsure. Results are generally consistent across demographic groups. Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land-… Continue Reading Slim majority of Canadians against federal government’s proposal to privatize airports. (Bloomberg/Nanos)

Liberal cushion shrinks with economic concerns front of mind. (Nanos)

The Liberals continue to lead federal voting intentions, with their advantage over the Conservatives shrinking into the single digits. Mark Carney remains the preferred choice for prime minister, while jobs, the economy and cost-of-living pressures continue to rank among Canadians’ top concerns.  -Nik Nanos, Chief Data Scientist The Weekly Nanos Tracking is produced by the… Continue Reading Liberal cushion shrinks with economic concerns front of mind. (Nanos)

Economic mood stuck in neutral. (Bloomberg/Nanos Research)

Canada’s economic confidence has remained broadly stable. The Bloomberg-Nanos Canadian Confidence Index stood at 51.24, slightly higher than four weeks earlier and just above the neutral benchmark. Views on personal finances and job security were largely unchanged, while expectations for the economy and housing have improved modestly. – Nik Nanos, Chief Data Scientist Nanos conducted… Continue Reading Economic mood stuck in neutral. (Bloomberg/Nanos Research)

The Great Canadian Staycation: Economic Anxiety Trims Summer Travel. (CTV News/Nanos)

Nanos Research was retained to conduct public opinion research to understand the impact of the economy on Canadians’ vacation plans, as well as changes to international travel plans, and participation in community events. Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) hybrid telephone and online random survey of 1,051 Canadians, 18 years of age… Continue Reading The Great Canadian Staycation: Economic Anxiety Trims Summer Travel. (CTV News/Nanos)

Canadians overwhelmingly want national unity, but many believe it is weakening (Globe and Mail/Nanos...

A vast majority of Canadians say it is important (77%) or somewhat important (11%) for Canada to remain a united country. Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) hybrid telephone and online random survey of 1,051 Canadians, 18 years of age or older, from June 26th to 28th, 2026 as part of an… Continue Reading Canadians overwhelmingly want national unity, but many believe it is weakening (Globe and Mail/Nanos)

Liberals lead by 13 points – Carney ahead of Poilievre by 26 points on preferred PM. (Nanos)

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)

Beyond CUSMA: Crisis, Co-operation and the Relationship Ahead (University of Calgary School of Publi...

Nanos conducted two nationally representative surveys in Canada on behalf of the University of Calgary School of Public Policy New North America Initiative. The research gauged the views of Canadians on the Canada-U.S. relationship, their views of other countries, free trade, trade relations, cooperation with the United States, and the Canada-US-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). To view… Continue Reading Beyond CUSMA: Crisis, Co-operation and the Relationship Ahead (University of Calgary School of Public Policy New North America Initiative/Nanos Research/Ipsos Public Affairs)

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)

Canadians firmly believe in the importance of ensuring control over food supply and defending the in...

The research gauged the opinions among Canadians on trade negotiations between Canada and the United States. Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) hybrid telephone and online random survey of 1051 Canadians, 18 years of age or older, between June 26 and 28, 2026, as part of an omnibus survey. Participants were randomly… Continue Reading Canadians firmly believe in the importance of ensuring control over food supply and defending the interests of the dairy sector in trade negotiations. (Dairy Farmers of Canada/Nanos)