Institute Projects
Since its founding in 2006, the Institute has conducted a number of groundbreaking public opinion and social research projects, in most cases addressing populations not usually heard from and answering questions not previously asked.
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Latest Publications
Women's Equality and the Women's Movement: an Update
The sense that there is a need to continue to promote the equality of women has not faded – rather, it is more pronounced today than in previous decades.
Working when Sick: How Workplace Regulations and Culture will Impact the Post-Pandemic Recovery
Efforts to improve public health and contain the spread of serious illness must focus on both the lack of paid sick days and the influence of the prevailing workplace culture.
Lessons Learned: The Pandemic and Learning from Home in Canada
Many households face barriers to accessing the connectivity and tools that students need to learn online.
Mind and Body: Impact of the Pandemic on Physical and Mental Health
Canadians’ perceptions of their physical health and mental health have deteriorated during the pandemic.
Widening Inequality: Effects of the Pandemic on Jobs and Income
The pandemic has exacerbated pre-existing inequalities within Canadian society.
Canadian youth perspectives on democracy, global issues and civic engagement
A national study of Millennials and leading-edge Gen Z Canadians
Work at Home or Live at Work: The Complexities of New Working Arrangements
Experiences of working from home have been more challenging for some workers than others, especially for those with young children at home.
Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Millennials and GenZ
First report from the Canadian Millennial and GenZ Social Values Study 2020
A Better Canada: Community, Citizenship and Engagement
A closer look at Canadians' aspirations for themselves and their country
A Better Canada: Values & Priorities after COVID-19
A Better Canada confirms that, for many, the eventual reopening of the economy should mean something better than going “back to normal.”
Adapting to the Changing World of Work / S’adapter au monde du travail en pleine évolution
Canadians tend to have a positive assessment of both the impact of technological change and the value of the post-secondary education and skills training that they have received
Canadians’ Shifting Outlook on Employment / Changement du point de vue des Canadiens sur l’emploi
2020 Survey on Employment and Skills: Preliminary Report / Sondage 2020 sur l’emploi et les compétences : Rapport préliminaire
Intergenerational Mobility in Canada – An Update
The changing views on the prospects for the next generation were addressed by the Environics Institute for Survey research in its most recent Focus Canada survey.
Toronto Social Capital Study
“Social capital” is the term used to describe the vibrancy of social networks and the extent to which there is trust and reciprocity within a community and among individuals.
Canadian Millennial Social Values Study
A major national survey which reveals a bold portrait of Canada’s Millennials (those born between 1980 and 1995)
International Report Card on Public Education: Key Facts on Canadian Achievement and Equity
International Report Card on Public Education: Key Facts on Canadian Achievement and Equity
Focus Canada 2013: Canadian Public Opinion on Assisted Suicide
Focus Canada 2013: Canadian Public Opinion on Assisted Suicide
Canadians on Hockey 2012
Hockey has long held a central place in Canada, and the National Hockey League is the flagship arena for the sport...