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Religious symbols in the workplace: opinion nuanced in and outside Quebec, driven by specific symbols
Proposed ban in Quebec appears widely supported; but crucifix, Star of David still seen as acceptable December 4, 2018 – As various polls show widespread support in Quebec for the CAQ government’s proposed ban on public employees in positions of
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Faith in the Public Square? A comprehensive study of the segments of Canadian society
Public Faith Proponents more likely to be younger, more educated, than those who voice Opposition November 23, 2018 – The appropriateness of faith in the public square is often a source of debate in Canada. There are pockets of Canadian
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Religious Freedom in Canada: Perspectives from First and Second-Generation Canadians
Study compares Canadians opinions on faith, values and enduring societal questions September 13, 2018 – Canada’s religious landscape has shifted in recent decades, as its composition has grown more diverse with each decade. New permanent residents are increasingly likely to
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Faith and Immigration: New Canadians rely on religious communities for material, spiritual support
New study shows immigrants are most likely to see a significant role for faith in the public square July 9, 2018 – It is arguably one of the most challenging life transitions people can experience: leaving your home country for
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Canada Summer Jobs attestation requirement seen as ‘unfair’ by half of Canadians, ‘fair’ by the other half
Pro-choice versus pro-life viewpoints heavily influence opinion on contentious issue May 15, 2018 – Canadians are acutely divided over the Trudeau government’s controversial attestation requirement for organizations applying for federal funding under the Canada Summer Jobs program. In the wake
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‘I don’t’: Four-in-ten Canadian adults have never married, and aren’t sure they want to
Half say marriage is not necessary, though most see it as a more genuine commitment than common-law May 7, 2018 – Is what was once a societal expectation of young couples now little more than a social event? While wedding
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