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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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March 16, 2021

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Millennials and GenZ

First report from the Canadian Millennial and GenZ Social Values Study 2020
December 7, 2020

A Better Canada: Community, Citizenship and Engagement

A closer look at Canadians' aspirations for themselves and their country
September 22, 2020

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.”
September 16, 2020

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
January 15, 2020

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.
February 28, 2017

Canadian Millennial Social Values Study

A major national survey which reveals a bold portrait of Canada’s Millennials (those born between 1980 and 1995)
June 30, 2015

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
October 31, 2013

Focus Canada 2013: Canadian Public Opinion on Assisted Suicide

Focus Canada 2013: Canadian Public Opinion on Assisted Suicide
May 31, 2012

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...