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Time for a change in Canadian politics? Half say yes, but most don’t want an election before September
Despite calls for change, Liberals still hold four-point advantage over opposition Conservatives March 17, 2021 – At a time when a 2021 election seems likely, and as CPC leader Erin O’Toole continues his so far unsuccessful attempt to break through
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Budget 2021: Economic anxiety haunts two-in-five Canadians; political divides over government priorities
Half say they are worried that someone in their household may lose their job March 25, 2021 – On April 19, Canadians will learn the contents of the first federal budget they have seen in more than two years. On
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Federal Politics: Trudeau approval sinks over vaccination rollout delays, but national political picture remains static
Liberal Party holds a three-point advantage in vote intent over opposition CPC February 22, 2021 – Criticism, uncertainty and delays have beset Canada’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout and bedevilled the Trudeau government since the beginning of the year. Now, new data
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Canadians to Ottawa: In hiring next GG, cut pay, review job description, take final decision out of PM’s hands
Plurality would eliminate the position, as long-term support for Canada as constitutional monarchy wanes February 18, 2021 – Julie Payette’s unprecedented resignation under a cloud from her role as governor general is prompting more than the usual, predictable questions about
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Federal Politics: Liberals hold lead in vote intention as unfavourable views of CPC leader intensify
Half (51%) say top priority for federal government is getting COVID-19 under control January 27, 2021 – As the prime minister hints at the probability of a 2021 election, the leaders of both front-running parties find themselves under ever-increasing scrutiny.
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COVID-19: Two-in-three Canadians say borders should be closed to keep sun-seekers close to home
Nine-in-ten say politicians must set an example and stay home January 14, 2021 – What happens when heightened anxiety from a deadly surge in new coronavirus infections combines with general pandemic fatigue and fury over Canadian politicians seeking heat in
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