(CPOD) Oct. 18, 2003 - Canadian and American adults reject the idea of a national identification card to deal with security concerns, according to a poll by Ipsos-Reid. 52 per cent of Canadian respondents and 59 per cent of American respondents are against the proposal.

After the 9/11 terrorist attacks, immigration and terrorism became major concerns in bi-lateral relations. 63 per cent of Canadian respondents believe security matters are affecting business relations between both countries, while only 45 per cent of American respondents agree.

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Due to increased concerns about terrorism, everyone living in Canada and/or the United States should have a government-issued national identification card that they must carry on them at all times and present when asked to police or members of other Canadian security forces. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Since September 11th, domestic and international security issues, such as immigration and terrorism, have become higher priorities in both Canada and the United States. Would you say that the increased importance of security issues benefits or hinders Canada-U.S business relations?

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