Illustrating the shift to remote work, a person wearing headphones pours a drink while using a tablet at a desk in front of a window. An open laptop and colorful translucent rectangles complete the modern work-from-home scene.

The shift to remote work

The majority of those who have been working from home say they prefer this arrangement and want it to continue once the pandemic is over. And most of those who want to continue to work from home prefer to do so on a regular basis, rather than occasionally.

A woman in a white top works on a tablet at a desk, while a young child sits in the background on a sofa—an image reflecting the challenges of disconnecting from work. Pink, green, and gray translucent rectangles overlay the scene.

Disconnecting from work

The Survey on Employment and Skills confirms that many Canadians find it a challenge to keep their work, family and personal lives in balance. But experiences vary widely. Some workers, such as those who are self-employed, are more likely to appreciate the flexibility of modern work arrangements

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Social norms and racism in Canada

A new national research project documents for the first time the social norms that govern how Canadians think about and act on different types of racial micro-aggressive actions directed at people who are Indigenous or Black.

Three young women sit attentively in a room; one wears a face mask. Text reads: “Canadian Youth: A social values perspective on identity, life aspirations, and engagement of Millennials and Gen Z.”.

Canadian Youth

A new national research project documents for the first time the social norms that govern how Canadians think about and act on different types of racial micro-aggressive actions directed at people who are Indigenous or Black.

A diverse group of young women standing in a line outdoors, linking arms and looking determinedly ahead, united in solidarity for Women's Equality and the Women's Movement: an Update.

Women’s Equality and the Women’s Movement: an Update

The study provides an analysis of Canadian public opinion on issues facing women in Canada today and on the impact of the women’s movement. It compares the latest results to those from previous surveys conducted in the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s.

A man wearing a safety vest stands in a warehouse, holding a tissue to his nose as if sneezing—highlighting issues around working when sick and how workplace regulations will impact the post-pandemic recovery. Semi-transparent colored rectangles overlay the image.

Working when sick

Efforts to improve public health and contain the spread of serious illness must focus on both the lack of paid sick days for many workers and the behaviour of those who have access to paid sick days but choose not to use them because of the prevailing workplace culture.

A woman casts her ballot at a polling station as others wait nearby. The image appears in the report Democracy and Political Polarization in Canada and the U.S. by Environics Institute, dated December 2021.

Democracy and Political Polarization in Canada and the U.S.

This presentation compares the results in Canada and the United Sates. It shows that American politics remains highly polarized in several senses; for instance, there are significant gaps in trust in the political system between those who identify as liberals and those who identify as conservatives.

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Making up time

This report explores the experiences during the pandemic of younger adults, defined as those between the ages of 18 and 34.

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Race Relations in Canada 2021

This latest research once again confirms the reality of racism in Canada. A significant proportion of the population experiences discrimination because of their race or ethnic background at least occasionally, if not more often, and has witnessed other people encounter similar treatment.

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Canadian public opinion about immigration and refugees 2021

Results from the latest Focus Canada survey reveal that Canadians continue to be largely positive and supportive about immigrants and refugees, who are much more likely to be viewed as making a positive contribution to the country than posing a threat.

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