Angus Reid Global Monitor : Issue Watch

Stephen Harper

Canadians Back Apology to Aboriginal Peoples
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many adults in Canada are satisfied with their federal government’s decision to apologize to the country’s Aboriginal peoples, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 67 per cent of respondents agree with the apology issued by Canadian prime minister Stephen Harper for Canada’s role in the Indian Residential Schools system. Aug 20, 2008
Five-Point Lead for Conservatives in Canada
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - The governing Conservative party is holding on to the lead in Canada, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 35 per cent of respondents would support the Tories in the next federal election, while 30 per cent would vote for the opposition Liberal party. Aug 8, 2008
Canadians Keep Steady Views on Economy
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many adults in Canada keep positive views on their country’s financial situation, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 67 per cent of respondents rate the economic conditions in Canada as good or very good, while 30 per cent deem them bad or very bad. Jul 29, 2008
Canada Split on Khadr After Interrogation Video
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - The release of a video featuring the interrogation of Omar Khadr did not lead to a major change in the way Canadians feel about this case, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 38 per cent of respondents want to leave Khadr to face trial by military commission in Guantanamo Bay, while 38 per cent would repatriate him to face due process under Canadian Law. Jul 23, 2008
Many Canadians Want to Renegotiate NAFTA
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Public support for the reassessment of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) has increased in Canada, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 52 per cent of respondents think their country should do whatever is necessary to renegotiate the terms of the commerce deal, up seven points since March. Jul 22, 2008
Omar Khadr Trial Still Splits Canadians
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Adults in Canada are clearly divided on the pending legal process of Omar Khadr, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 38 per cent of respondents would leave Khadr to face trial by military commission in Guantanamo Bay, while 37 per cent demand Khadr’s repatriation to face due process under Canadian Law. Jul 13, 2008
More Canadians Oppose Afghanistan Extension
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - More adults in Canada believe the House of Commons was wrong to lengthen the country’s military mission in Afghanistan, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 58 per cent of respondents disagree with the decision to extend the mandate until the end 2011, up four points in two months. Jul 10, 2008
Trudeau Seen as Best Recent Canadian PM
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Pierre Trudeau is still the favourite former head of government for Canadians, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 38 per cent of respondents think Trudeau has been Canada’s best prime minister since 1968, up five points since October. Jul 6, 2008
Flag, Armed Forces Make Canadians Proud
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - The flag and the armed forces are the foremost sources of pride for Canadians, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 86 per cent of respondents are very or moderately proud of the Canadian flag, and 80 per cent feel the same way about their armed forces. Jul 1, 2008
Canadians Ponder Dion’s Proposed Carbon Tax
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Canadian adults hold mixed views on a plan recently introduced by the opposition Liberal party, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 65 per cent of respondents believe the proposed carbon tax will ultimately lead people to be more mindful of their carbon consumption and change their behaviour, and 47 per cent believe putting a price on greenhouse gas emissions is a good idea. Jun 26, 2008
Grits Gain, Conservatives Lead in Canada
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - The governing Conservative party remains ahead in Canada’s political scene, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies released by the Toronto Star. 33 per cent of respondents would vote for the Tories in the next federal election, while 30 per cent would support the opposition Liberal party. Jun 26, 2008
Canadians Review Immigration System’s Priorities
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Adults in Canada have a clear idea of the issues their immigration system should address, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 83 per cent of respondents believe it is important to attract high-skilled workers who want to immigrate to Canada, while 81 per cent feel the same way about entrepreneurs and investors who can start a business in Canada. Jun 24, 2008
Canadians Assess New Nuclear Power Stations
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Adults in Canada are open to enhancing their nuclear power capabilities, but voice concerns over potential hazards, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 50 per cent of respondents support building more nuclear power stations in Canada, while 35 per cent are opposed. Jun 12, 2008
Canadians Hold Negative Views on Government
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many adults in Canada appear disappointment with the traits of their current federal administration, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 51 per cent of respondents believe the government headed by Stephen Harper is arrogant, and 50 per cent deem it secretive. May 31, 2008
Canadians Would Investigate Security Breach
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many adults in Canada believe a security breach that led to the resignation of foreign affairs minister Maxime Bernier should be investigated, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 57 per cent of respondents think the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) should look into the matter. May 30, 2008
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