Category: Environment & Climate Change

3 in 4 Canadians think a national forest fire fighting force is a good idea.

February 26, 2024

In light of recent warnings by Federal Emergency Preparedness Minister Harjit Sajjan that this year& […]

Navigating Public Opinion for Policy Success: Introducing the Abacus Data Three Thread Framework

February 13, 2024

In the realm of public policy, advocacy, and public affairs, understanding and navigating public opi […]

Understanding Canadian Perceptions of the Climate Action Incentive Payment and the Carbon Tax: An In-Depth Poll Analysis

January 30, 2024

In a recent Abacus Data survey, conducted from January 18 to 23, 2024, interviewing 2,199 Canadian a […]

In 2023, Half of Canadians Say Outdoor Air Quality Is Having an Increased Impact on Their Daily Lives.

November 28, 2023

On behalf of The Canadian Lung Association, Abacus Data conducted an online nationwide survey of Can […]

Widespread Support for Tackling Climate Change & Reconciliation Cost-Effectively through First Nations Guardians Programs

November 27, 2023

A few weeks ago, we partnered with the Indigenous Leadership Initiative to gauge Canadians’ suppor […]

Public Reaction to the Carbon Tax Policy Shift: Few gains for Liberals but widespread desire for extension to other home heating fuels

November 14, 2023

From November 9 to 12, 2023, Abacus Data conducted a national survey of 2,00 adults exploring severa […]

Poll: Rolling back climate action a possible deal-breaker for many potential Conservative voters

Far more Canadians say they would more likely cast their ballots for a Conservative Party that keeps […]

Opinions on Housing and Climate: Do Canadians Want a Climate-Centred Fix to Housing?

September 15, 2023

On behalf of the Task Force for Housing and Climate, Abacus Data conducted a national survey of 3,95 […]

Adopting a Climate-Friendly Lifestyle: Are Canadians Willing to Embrace a Sustainable Lifestyle?

August 10, 2023

From August 3 to 7, 2023, Abacus Data conducted a national survey of 1,650 Canadians (18+) to assess […]

Is climate change “an emergency” and do Canadians support a made-in-Canada Green New Deal?

August 12, 2019

Abacus Data was commissioned by Seth Klein, adjunct professor with Simon Fraser University’s Urban […]