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We conduct public opinion and social research on the issues shaping Canada’s future so Canadians can better understand themselves and their changing society.

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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
When Baby Boomer men were younger (the same age as Gen Z men are today), were their views on gender inequality similar to the view Gen Z men hold now? cdnsurveystuff.substack.com/p/why-gender...
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Why Gender Equality Can’t Count on the Young
Are different views on gender inequality true generational differences?
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Views affirming or supporting gender inequality have become more prevalent with each successive generation. cdnsurveystuff.substack.com/p/why-gender...
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Why Gender Equality Can’t Count on the Young
Are different views on gender inequality true generational differences?
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
It's a digital economy, right? Or a knowledge economy? Or AI is transforming everything? Yet when we ask people about their province’s greatest economic strength, the answers we get relate to to energy, natural resources and agriculture. cdnsurveystuff.substack.com/p/what-is-yo...
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What is your province’s greatest economic strength?
Public perceptions of the industries that drive regional economies
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
We keep telling Canadians we're an energy superpower. And so…guess what? cdnsurveystuff.substack.com/p/what-is-yo...
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What is your province’s greatest economic strength?
Public perceptions of the industries that drive regional economies
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Do Canadians believe computers, AI and other digital technology will drive their province's economy in the years to come? Not really. cdnsurveystuff.substack.com/p/what-is-yo...
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What is your province’s greatest economic strength?
Public perceptions of the industries that drive regional economies
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Views affirming or supporting gender inequality have become more prevalent with each successive generation. cdnsurveystuff.substack.com/p/why-gender...
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Why Gender Equality Can’t Count on the Young
Are different views on gender inequality true generational differences?
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Overall, we find that about one in five Canadians (19%) say they would move permanently to another country if given the opportunity. Unlike in the United States, however, this desire isn’t more pronounced among younger women. cdnsurveystuff.substack.com/p/who-wants-...
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
In 2025, two in five young American women said they would permanently move to another country if given the opportunity. We thought it was worth asking Canadians the same question. cdnsurveystuff.substack.com/p/who-wants-...
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Who wants to leave Canada?
Unlike in the United States, Canadians’ desire to move is driven less by gender than by life satisfaction
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Is trust in the media in Canada in decline? Are you sure about that? Check out the new evidence from the OECD 👉 cdnsurveystuff.substack.com/p/trust-in-g...
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Trust in government and the media
Trust in public institutions across the OECD: part 2
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
This week, the CBC's Front Burner podcast ran a two-part series on the recent abrupt change in immigration policy in Canada, the factors that led to it, and the possible ramifications. You can find the two episodes here: www.cbc.ca/listen/cbc-p... Featuring quality public opinion research!
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Canada's immigration 180: Part 1 | Front Burner | CBC Podcasts | CBC Listen
It wasn't too long ago that much of Canada's political class was united in their embrace of immigration to help grow the population and with it, the economy. Now, many of those same politicians are si...
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Canadians are the third most likely among citizens in the OECD to think it’s likely that their government would provide appropriate support to affected people in the event of an economic crisis. cdnsurveystuff.substack.com/p/public-per...
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Public perceptions of government performance
Trust in public institutions across the OECD: part 3
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Chris Neill 🐧 @chrisneill.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Nice to hear the different perspectives on Canada's immigration economics and policy from @parkinac.bsky.social , @armineyalnizyan.bsky.social and Chris Worswick (among others). www.cbc.ca/listen/cbc-p...
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Canada's immigration 180: Part 1 | Front Burner | CBC Podcasts | CBC Listen
It wasn't too long ago that much of Canada's political class was united in their embrace of immigration to help grow the population and with it, the economy. Now, many of those same politicians are si...
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
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Do Canadians still care about climate change?
Finding the balance between environmental and economic priorities
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
When Baby Boomer men were younger (the same age as Gen Z men are today), were their views on gender inequality similar to the view Gen Z men hold now? environics.ca/insights/art...
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Why Gender Equality Can’t Count on the Young | Environics Research
Are Gen Z men more likely to believe in gender inequality than men of the Baby Boomer generation? We look into the data.
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
That’s it for now, but you can find all this and more on the website here: environicsinstitute.org/our-work/ The Environics Institute for Survey Research was established in 2006 with a mandate to conduct in-depth public opinion and social research on the issues shaping Canada’s future. /fin
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Our Work | Environics Institute for Survey Research
Main research areas, report series and areas of focus at The Environics Institute for Survey Research.
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
3) is the lack of any widening in the gaps in opinions between older and younger Canadians. Where gaps do exist, they are evident throughout the period covered by there surveys; they have not emerged in response to recent developments (pandemic, cost of living crisis, social media). /7
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
A second, more concerning, finding is that younger Canadian adults are less emphatic in agreeing that democracy is the best form of government. While few of those in the youngest age group go as far turning toward authoritarianism, a larger proportion says it doesn’t really matter. /6
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
There are 3 key findings. 1) younger Canadians don’t stand out as being particularly dissatisfied with democracy, less trusting of political actors or institutions, or less supportive of the political system. But, in these cases, older Canadians (age 60 and older) are distinctive. /5
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
But maybe your interest is the extent support for democracy (or its opposite) among younger Canadians. For that, we have you covered here: environicsinstitute.org/support-for-... /4
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Support for democracy among younger Canadians | Environics Institute for Survey Research
There is no shortage of concern that support for democracy among younger generations is weakening. This report addresses this issue by reviewing results to survey questions grouped under five themes: ...
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
“the proportion of Conservative Party supporters who are very proud of being a Canadian is … at the lowest level recorded since tracking of this question began in 1985.” /3
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Feeling the need to weigh in on Andrew Coyne’s claim that “in virtually every other democratic country, patriotism is the province of the right. Only in Canada has it been the monopoly of the left”? I recommend starting here: environicsinstitute.org/pride-in-bei... /2
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Pride in Being Canadian | Environics Institute for Survey Research
Previous Focus Canada surveys have documented a decline in the proportion of Canadians who are proud of being a Canadian. But in the wake of the developments since the return of U.S. President Donald ...
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
There’s been a lot of commentary over the past few days on the topics of patriotism and support for democracy in Canada. I thought it would be worth posting a reminder of where to find the best survey data on both topics. Please follow along… /1
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
The OECD released a report from its latest survey on trust in public institutions. As far as I can tell, few in Canada paid attention. But fear not, I read it so you don't have to. Part 1 of a new series: What is the most important issue facing your country? open.substack.com/pub/cdnsurve...
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What is the important issue facing your country?
A new series on trust in public institutions across the OECD (part 1)
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
In which I start with housing and health care but end up pointing out the geopolitical difference between bordering Arctic ice and the European Plain. open.substack.com/pub/cdnsurve...
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What is the important issue facing your country?
A new series on trust in public institutions across the OECD (part 1)
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
What is the most important issue facing your country? How answers in Canada compare to those in other OECD countries. open.substack.com/pub/cdnsurve...
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What is the important issue facing your country?
A new series on trust in public institutions across the OECD (part 1)
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Has the level of concern among Canadians about the impact of tariffs on the economy and employment declined since 2025? open.substack.com/pub/cdnsurve...
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Are we still worrying about U.S. tariffs?
More fallout from a ruptured relationship
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
More timely results from the Survey on Employment and Skills 👉 open.substack.com/pub/cdnsurve... Thanks to @diversityinstitute.bsky.social | @fsc-ccf.bsky.social | @environicsinst.bsky.social and introducing lead author Jessica Singh
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Are we still worrying about U.S. tariffs?
More fallout from a ruptured relationship
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Is a university education worth the cost? Is it worth it, even if you have to borrow money to pay for it? cdnsurveystuff.substack.com/p/is-a-unive...
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Is a university education worth the cost?
Canadian and U.S. Perspectives
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
And the report cited is here 👉https://environicsinstitute.org/spotlight-on-alberta-2026/
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Universe Design Studio @universedsn.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
NEW 💫 Canadian Perspectives on Multiculturalism and Diversity Report Design Accessible report design for @environicsinst.bsky.social and Toronto Metropolitan University’s Bridging Divides initiative. universedsn.ca/portfolio/ca...
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Wondering if Canadians trust elections in this country, or are concerned about foreign interference? A reminder that we have that covered here. environicsinstitute.org/democracy-an...
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Democracy and the fairness of elections in Canada | Environics Institute for Survey Research
Satisfaction with democracy, trust in elections, and the sense that votes are always counted fairly, have all declined steadily and significantly among Conservative Party supporters since the party lo...
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Time to catch up with the latest news from @environicsinst.bsky.social 👉 mailchi.mp/76ef797057f2...
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
The Myth of the Everyday Canadian What's the best way to use survey research to better understand our society? Certainly not by narrowly focusing on 50 percent-plus-one! environicsinstitute.org/the-myth-of-...
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The Myth of the Everyday Canadian | Environics Institute for Survey Research
The well-worn label of “everyday Canadian” or “average citizen” echoes from the pronouncements of our elected officials, policy experts and journalists who tell us about who we all are, what we happen...
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Migrant Integration in the Mid 21st Century: Bridging Divides @bridgdivides.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
A collaboration between @environicsinst.bsky.social and Bridging Divides, this report draws on a survey of nearly 7,000 Canadians, offering detailed insights into perspectives on multiculturalism and diversity. 2/4
On multiculturalism

64% of Canadians provide a response that describes multiculturalism positively

Only 6% describe multiculturalism negatively

30% opt not to provide a response

66% agree that “multiculturalism has contributed positively to the Canadian identity.”

*One in four (25%) disagree.

*Even among Canadians who currently hold more negative opinions about immigration, a majority (about 3 in 5) has a positive opinion about the impact of multiculturalism.
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
New report (for Canada Day)! Canadian Perspectives on Multiculturalism and Diversity environicsinstitute.org/canadian-per... From @environicsinst.bsky.social & @bridgdivides.bsky.social
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Canadian Perspectives on Multiculturalism and Diversity | Environics Institute for Survey Research
The survey results support the conclusion that ongoing concern about the current level of immigration does not in itself imply public opposition to the broader idea of Canada accepting immigrants, or ...
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
ICYMI: Canada’s mosaic is holding strong From @bridgdivides.bsky.social & @environicsinst.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti...
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Opinion: Canada’s mosaic is holding strong
Polling shows that Canadians feel their other identities co-exist with being Canadian
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
It’s natural to want to track the polls about provincial party support in Quebec, or whether Quebecers would vote yes or no in a 3rd referendum. But here’s the tracking that I think counts the most: perceptions of the security of the French language. environicsinstitute.org/quebec-and-t...
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
La plupart des indicateurs liés à la place du Québec au sein du Canada demeurent relativement stables. Le sondage rappelle néanmoins le rôle central qu’occupe, dans la politique québécoise, la perception de la sécurité du français. environicsinstitute.org/quebec-and-t...
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Most of the indicators relating to Quebec’s place in Canada are relatively stable. But the survey includes a reminder of the important role that perceptions of the security of the French language plays in Quebec politics. environicsinstitute.org/quebec-and-t...
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Quebec and the Canadian federation | Environics Institute for Survey Research
Most of the indicators relating to Quebec’s place in Canada are relatively stable. But the survey includes a reminder of the important role that perceptions of the security of the French language play...
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Andrew Parkin @parkinac.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Have you been too busy to keep up with all the latest survey findings on national unity? Not to worry: here’s the quick way to catch up. open.substack.com/pub/cdnsurve...
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
It’s natural to want to track the polls about provincial party support in Quebec, or whether Quebecers would vote yes or no in a 3rd referendum. But here’s the tracking that I think counts the most: perceptions of the security of the French language. environicsinstitute.org/quebec-and-t...
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
La plupart des indicateurs liés à la place du Québec au sein du Canada demeurent relativement stables. Le sondage rappelle néanmoins le rôle central qu’occupe, dans la politique québécoise, la perception de la sécurité du français. environicsinstitute.org/quebec-and-t...
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Most of the indicators relating to Quebec’s place in Canada are relatively stable. But the survey includes a reminder of the important role that perceptions of the security of the French language plays in Quebec politics. environicsinstitute.org/quebec-and-t...
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Quebec and the Canadian federation | Environics Institute for Survey Research
Most of the indicators relating to Quebec’s place in Canada are relatively stable. But the survey includes a reminder of the important role that perceptions of the security of the French language play...
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
Over the past year, optimism about the prospects for reconciliation edged down a little. But among both Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples, optimism still outweighs pessimism by a margin of about two-to-one. environicsinstitute.org/reconciliati...
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Despite some decline, a plurality of Canadians continue to say that governments have not gone far enough to advance reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. ▶️https://environicsinstitute.org/reconciliation-and-relations-with-indigenous-peoples-2026/
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Despite a recent downturn, Canadians are more likely to see relations between Indigenous Peoples and non-Indigenous people as positive than negative – a reversal of the situation that existed prior to 2023. environicsinstitute.org/reconciliati...
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
The proportion of Canadians who feel that individuals have a role to play in reconciliation remains as high as when the question was first asked in 2020. environicsinstitute.org/reconciliati... #CoT2026
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
The Confederation of Tomorrow studies have been tracking Canadian attitudes towards reconciliation since 2019. The updated results for 2026 are being released to mark National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21. ➡️ You can access the results here: environicsinstitute.org/reconciliati...
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Reconciliation and Relations with Indigenous Peoples | Environics Institute for Survey Research
A majority continues to feel that individual Canadians have a role to play in efforts to bring about reconciliation, while a plurality continues to say governments have not gone far enough to advance ...
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Policy Options / Options politiques @policyoptions.irpp.org · 15/06/2026
Five years of survey data reveal an important difference in the movements pushing for referendums in Alberta and Quebec. Latest piece by @cbreton.bsky.social (@irpp.org), and @parkinac.bsky.social (@environicsinst.bsky.social) policyoptions.irpp.org/2026/06/albe...
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Grievances in Alberta: how deep, how broad?
New survey data suggests Alberta separatism is concentrated among UCP voters, not broadly shared across the province.
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Environics Institute for Survey Research @environicsinst.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Overall, are you satisfied or dissatisfied with the way things are going in our country today? open.substack.com/pub/cdnsurve...
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Overall satisfaction in Canada and the United States
Twenty years of data side-by-side
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