Election Issues

Economy

Perception may be everything as far as election issues go and despite some good news from Statistics Canada that showed a rallying of the slowing economy, Canadians are concerned. Results from a Strategic Counsel poll conducted suggest voters have pegged the economy as their highest priority election issue this fall. more...

Environment

The environment has eclipsed healthcare and government accountability, the issues that most concerned Canadians and dominated the 2006 election. A recent Strategic Counsel poll suggested that the environment is the number two election issue for Canadians. more...

Health Care

The preservation of Canada's universal health care and Medicare is highly valued among Canadians, so much so that it has been a top issue for many consecutive elections. This time around, according to a Strategic Counsel poll, health care ranked third in priority behind the economy and the environment. more...

Afghanistan

Canada's involvement in Afghanistan began in early 2002. While Canadians might support the troops, they have questions about the mission. A Strategic Counsel poll shows voters have chosen Afghanistan and national security as their fourth highest priority on the agenda. more...

Crime

In 2007, the crime rate in Canada dropped for the third consecutive year, according to Statistics Canada. Even so, a brazen shooting on Highway 401 in Toronto during the first week of the election has many Canadians anxious to hear the crime policy statements from the party leaders. more...