Attitudes toward social inequality in Canada and the USA
Are Canadians more egalitarian than Americans? Are they more troubled by the existence of various forms of social inequality – such as those between rich and poor, men and women, white and Black – and more inclined to look to government to address them?
Wealth inequality in Canada and the USA
Income inequality is patently visible in today’s society. To what extent does the public look to their governments to act to narrow the gap between rich and poor, and how have such expectations changed over the past decade or so?
Women in the workplace: Experiences with mentoring
Extensive research shows that having a mentor at work has numerous benefits for both participants and employers. Leaders, particularly women, Indigenous, and racialized leaders often cite mentorship as key to their success. | By Victoria Barford & Dr. Wendy Cukier
Rising concerns about the impact of new technologies on employment
In the past few years, evidence has appeared suggesting that concerns about the implications of technological change may be growing. According to the most recent survey waves, a growing proportion of workers are now expressing concern with the pace of change in general, and more specifically with the prospect of automation leading to unemployment.
Perceptions of trades training gaining traction over university
The latest wave of the Survey on Employment and Skills asked Canadians to think about what advice they would give to a young person regarding their career path.
Ballot questions
As part of its Focus Canada public opinion research program (launched in 1976), the Environics Institute examined the ballot questions for the April 2025 federal election by asking voters to identify which issue was the most important to them personally in choosing which party to support.
The Impact of Having Children on Careers
This report presents the results of survey questions asking Canadians age 18 to 44 who are in the labour force about their expectations and experiences relating to having children and its impact on their careers.
Barriers to interprovincial trade are falling. What comes next might be even more important
The latest edition of the Confederation of Tomorrow annual survey shows that Canadians haven’t changed their mind on provincial protectionism. | By Charles Breton & Andrew Parkin
Canadians worry about impact of trade wars as pessimism about economy deepens
Concerns about the impact of U.S. tariffs are contributing to a growing pessimism among Canadians about the economy, employment and their own financial situation.
How working from home is affecting the workplace
Exploring how the shift to working from home is affecting job satisfaction, productivity, teamwork, and equity and inclusion is an important step in assessing the current state of the workplace in Canada.