Torontonians voted for a more progressive approach to municipal governance
Derek Leebosh, VP Corporate and Public Affairs, discusses how the recent Toronto municipal election showcases a progressive shift for Torontonians.
My path to finding professional fulfillment
Our research associate Shihan Liu reflects on the journey of transitioning careers, moving from advertising to market research.
A Field Guide for Interns
Our public affairs summer intern Jordan Warren, shares her top takeaways and five tips for future interns. Don’t forget—you’re a smart cookie.
The first step toward great research results? A thoughtful RFP
Everyone wants high-quality, cost-effective research that answers their key questions. The first step toward achieving these outcomes is a quality request for proposal (RFP), here’s how to write one.
The Real Alberta Advantage – It’s the People
How different are Albertans from other Canadians, really? We compared Albertans’ Social Values against those in the rest of the country.
How to improve data quality in research with Indigenous peoples
Sarah Roberton, CAIP tells us why quality is non-negotiable when it comes to research with Indigenous peoples.
Beyond the COVID-19 Crisis: Canada’s New Normal?
Group VP of Public Affairs Tony Coulson examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Canadians’ values and attitudes. Exploring the seven pandemic-era social trends and importance of understanding these experiences to support a smooth transition into the final stages of the pandemic and ensure a prosperous recovery for all Canadians.
Are we really oceans apart?
Do Canadians really understand what’s at stake when they express support for Marine Protected Areas and other protective measures?
Albertans, Social Values, and the 2023 Election
What do social values tell us about Albertans? Tony Coulson, Group VP at Environics, discusses Alberta’s 2023 provincial election.
Social Values and the COVID-19 Pandemic
This report, based on analysis of Environics social values surveys explores the current state of Canadians’ values and attitudes, paying particular attention to what this unique psychographic framework can tell us about the effects of COVID-19 on Canadians’ outlooks and behaviours.
Doing Inclusive Research Right: Building Partnerships
Equitable and inclusive research seeks to promote the participation of underserved groups in engagement, consultation, or survey processes in order to effectively explore research topics related to gender, race, sexual, economic, health and cultural equality.
The clock is ticking for the planet – and for leaders who ignore persisting public concern
We’re another year closer to 2050 and the world’s stated goal of net zero emissions. Nations have just agreed to protect 30 percent of the world’s land, water and marine areas by 2030. Does this add up to adequate progress?
