Canadians Unite on Climate and DEI Initiatives, Rejecting Partisan Divisions

Canadian respondents across the political spectrum overwhelmingly support climate policies and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in their workplaces and communities, with over 90% in agreement. This consensus is comprised of 50% of right-leaning respondents and 74% of those on the left, highlighting the broad appeal of these issues. Moreover, 81% of Canadians believe that DEI initiatives enhance relationships across generations, races, and genders, despite many concerns about exclusion of certain groups.

Key Takeaways:

Over 90% of Canadians, regardless of political affiliation, support or are neutral about DEI initiatives and climate policies.
Support for climate policy spans the political spectrum, with 50% of right-leaning respondents and 74% of those on the left in favor.
81% of Canadians believe that DEI initiatives strengthen relationships across generations, races, and genders, but many worry that some groups, especially older adults and lower-income individuals, are left out of the conversation.
35% of respondents say their opinions on climate action have become more positive in the past year, primarily due to increasing natural disasters.
The research emphasizes that Canadians view climate change and DEI issues as deeply personal, not political, and are ready for meaningful conversations and policy solutions.

Statistics:

90% of respondents support or are neutral about DEI initiatives and climate policies in workplaces and communities.
50% of right-leaning respondents and 74% of those on the left support climate policy.
81% of Canadians believe DEI initiatives enhance relationships across generations, races, and genders.
35% of respondents report more positive opinions on climate action in the past year.
Over 1,000 Canadians were surveyed for this research.

Sources:

Gore Mutual Insurance Company
RKI