Published: August 20, 2024Through online public opinion surveys, the Angus Reid Forum provides Canadian newcomers with a way to share their perspectives on life in Canada.Some topics explored by Angus Reid surveys include social issues, food, housing, and public transportation.Angus Reid wants your opinionThe Angus Reid Forum is your chance to tell Canada’s key decision-makers what you think about the important issues that impact people’s everyday lives across this country. Partners include recognized organizations such as the Canadian Cancer Society, Palo Alto Networks, Staples Canada, Toronto Life, WomanACT, and TURO.Benefits of participating in Angus Reid surveysBy signing up and participating in Angus Reid surveys, newcomers can collect points and redeem them for pre-paid credit cards, gift cards, prizes, and more!Some rewards include gift cards for:Uber EatsStarbucksAmazonPast newcomer-focused Angus Reid studiesLast month, Angus Reid published the results of a housing affordability study based on a survey of recent newcomers.Recent immigrants and housingThis study revealed that close to two-in-five (39%) recent* Canadian immigrants said they are considering interprovincial migration due to the cost of housing in their current province.*Recent is defined by this study as immigrants who have landed in Canada within the past 10 yearsNote: Interprovincial migration is the practice of moving from one province in Canada to another.More specifically, survey data reveals that the following percentage of surveyed Canadian newcomers – separated by years in Canada – either agreed or strongly agreed with the statement: “I’m seriously thinking of leaving [my province] because of the cost of housing here.”10 years in Canada: 25% agree; 14% strongly agree11+ years in Canada: 18% agree; 12% strongly agreeClick here to view the full study and findings.Angus Reid wants your opinionWhere new Canadians find help when transitioning to life in CanadaAngus Reid also recently conducted a survey in partnership with Staples to understand Canadian parent and teacher perceptions, priorities, and challenges in the education and learning space.According to this study, kids require additional support from their parents in learning. Though parents struggle with lack of time, finding time to support their children outside the classroom is considered necessary by both teachers and parents themselves.Furthermore, the value of supporting kids as they move through teenage years into adulthood is recognized by teachers but less often supported by parents.To read the full results of this study, visit this Angus Reid webpage.Other Angus Reid studiesThe following list indicates other general interest Angus Reid studies that newcomers may be interested in.Cost of Food in Canada: Four-in-five say they’ve changed food buying habits because of increasing costs (2022)Access to Social Services: Canadians split over satisfaction when accessing federal government services (2022)Getting startedSigning up to participate in future Angus Reid surveys is free, quick, and easy. Simply visit this Angus Reid Forum webpage and join the community today!Surveys conducted through the Angus Reid Forum:Have short, fun, and interesting questionsCover topical issues on subjects that matterProvide an easy-to-use and well-designed survey experienceProvide recent newcomers with the opportunity to impact decisions in their local communities and across CanadaOnce you’re signed up, participating in any survey can be done conveniently and easily from any device. Surveys can also be taken at any time, from anywhere.Click here for more information.Share your voiceDid you find this article helpful?Thank you for your feedback.Did you find this article helpful?Please provide your feedbackPlease provide a responseThank you for your helpful feedbackPlease contact us if you would like to share additional feedback, have a question, or would like Canadian immigration assistance.Do you need Canadian immigration assistance? Contact the Contact Cohen Immigration Law firm by completing our formSend us your feedback or your non-legal assistance questions by emailing us at media@canadavisa.comJoin our free newsletter. Get Canada’s top immigration stories delivered to your inbox.
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