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Return to the workplace 2021 GLOBAL SURVEY
Public Opinion Survey

Workers want more flexibility from their employers after COVID

Survey of employed adults in 29 countries for the World Economic Forum finds one in four now working from home more often than before the pandemic; preference is for working remotely half of the time after it is over
59% of Canadians Agree That if Canada's Government Does Not Act Now to Combat Climate Change, It Will Be Failing the People of Canada
Climate change Survey

Six in Ten (59%, +3 pts) Canadians Agree That if Canada's Government Does Not Act Now to Combat Climate Change, It Will Be Failing the People of Canada

However, 35% (+5 pts) Agree that Now is Not the Right Time to be Investing in Measures to Reduce Climate Change Given the Tough Economic Conditions
The Consumer Debt Burden: Around Half (48%) of Canadians with Non-Mortgage Related Debt Find Paying Off Their Debts Stressful
Public Opinion Survey

The Consumer Debt Burden: Around Half (48%) of Canadians with Non-Mortgage Related Debt Find Paying Off Their Debts Stressful

There Is a Disconnect in Terms of Perceived Knowledge and Actions as It Relates to Financial Management.
Over six in ten (63%) Canadians are in favour of increasing carbon sequestration incentive measures to reduce GHG emissions from oil and natural gas extraction
Public Opinion Survey

Over six in ten (63%) Canadians are in favour of increasing carbon sequestration incentive measures to reduce GHG emissions from oil and natural gas extraction.

Another six in ten (61%) can’t or don’t want to pay more in taxes to fight climate change.
56% of Canadians Consider Canada’s Armed Forces to be Old and Antiquated
Government Survey

More Than Half (56%) of Canadians Consider Canada’s Armed Forces to be Old and Antiquated

Three-quarters (75%) think Canada should increase its military spending, but six in ten (59%) still consider them among the best in the world.
Over half of Canadians think that the federal government’s spending is too high.
Public Opinion Survey

Over half of Canadians (55%) think that the federal government’s spending is too high.

Another six in ten (63%) are dissatisfied with the accountability and transparency of the Canadian government’s spending practices.
75% of Canadians say Team Canada's qualification in Women's FIFA World Cup makes them proud to be Canadian
Public Opinion Survey

Three in Four Canadians are Proud of Canada’s Qualification in the Women’s FIFA World Cup

Eight in Ten Say Women’s FIFA World Cup is an Opportunity to Advance Women’s Sports
Despite Softening Inflation, Canadians’ Affordability Concerns Remain Acute
Public Opinion Survey

Despite Softening Inflation, Canadians’ Affordability Concerns Remain Acute

Eight in ten (81%) continue to be concerned about rising everyday costs, while seven in ten (71%) are concerned that interest rates are rising faster than they can adjust.
Ipsos | Equalities Index 2023
Public Opinion Survey

Global perspectives on inequality: What does it mean, who are we worried about, and how much do we care?

Around the world, inequality is a more salient issue for younger generations, who are also less likely than older people to believe they live in a society that rewards merit and hard work. But there are some important differences between different groups in how inequality is defined, and who is thought to suffer because of it.
Over 90% of Canadians think trade is important to Canada’s economy yet only 9% of Canadians think Canada’s trade infrastructure is in good shape.
Public Opinion Survey

Over 90% of Canadians think trade is important to Canada’s economy yet only 9% of Canadians think Canada’s trade infrastructure is in good shape.

Gap between importance and assessment of Canada’s trade infrastructure underscores urgency. Over nine in ten (93%) agree that given how important trade is to Canada, we need to prioritize making sure that our trade infrastructure can effectively move people to jobs and products to market.
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