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Millennial and Gen Z francophones don't value Quebec nationalism

The most striking differences between the views of younger and older francophone Quebecers appear in their expectations of the Quebec state

A majority of Canadians support equalization – even in Alberta

The results of the Confederation of Tomorrow 2020 survey show that there is almost universal support in all parts of Canada for the principle that underpins the equalization program

Canada is not the regionally divided country it's made out to be

Put 100 Albertans in a room with 100 Quebecers and you'd be shocked how many can find someone from the other province who agrees with them on big issues

Yes Canada, we too have an anti-Black racism problem

Canadians should challenge themselves to look past the deeply disturbing American news clips and reflect on the situation here at home
June 4, 2020

As the economy restarts, Canada needs to focus on those hardest hit by the pandemic

As we think through a recovery, our priority should be putting in place effective supports for those facing the greatest adversity
May 21, 2020

All Together Now?

A special Environics Institute Insight by Michael Adams and Andrew Parkin: As Canadians face the COVID-19 crisis, research shows we bring three vital social strengths (and have one important opportunity to improve)

The shifting lens through which Canadians see the Wet’suwet’en crisis

Canadians don’t just want things to get back to normal; they want things to get better.
February 12, 2020

Satisfaction with Canada’s democracy declines significantly in Alberta

The answer to the question of whether Canadians are gaining or losing confidence in their democratic institutions depends in part on which region one is referring to.
February 7, 2020

Canadians: richer than they think

Americans could look to Canada for ideas about how to run an economy, and not just a public-health-care system

Three Facts About Inequality & Equality of Opportunity

Munk School & Environics Institute Lecture - January 16, 2020
January 8, 2020

In Canada, education excellence is also about equity

In a world where learning underpins both individual and collective success, Canada's strong showing in recent OECD testing is reassuring. It should also serve as a reminder of some of the things that make this country tick.
December 3, 2019

Achievement and equity in education in Canada: an update

How are Canada's education systems performing relative to those of other countries?
October 17, 2019

Let’s Not get too Smug about Public Attitudes on Immigration

Canadians have not always been highly supportive of immigration. Historians have documented the many dark episodes in the first half of the 20th century, but we also need to pay attention to our more recent history.
September 12, 2019

Are Canadians losing confidence in their democracy?

While views on the economy are mixed, the general trends in Canada, especially on attitudes towards democracy and diversity, remain positive