The Environics Institute is dedicated to the study and execution of opinion research on issues of public importance in Canada. The Institute seeks to inform and stimulate thoughtful dialogue among Canadians by: commissioning original survey research; funding academic studies related to polling and public opinion; and working with media partners to disseminate the results of its research. Founded in 2006, the Institute has already conducted a number of groundbreaking studies, including a survey of Canadian Muslims, a survey of the people of Afghanistan and a study (undertaken in partnership with Canada's World) of Canadians' personal engagement with people and issues around the world. The Environics Institute sees public opinion research as a valuable lens that enables Canadians to examine and better understand their own diverse and evolving society. The Institute's current study is called the Urban Aboriginal Peoples Study. For up to date information on this project, please click here.