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BC Conservatives: From Fractured to Front Runners
Vancouver, BC October 13, 2026 – Just one month ago the BC Conservatives were in disarray, losing MLAs on a weekly basis and trailing the BC NDP by 10-points in Ipsos polling. Today, a new Ipsos poll conducted in partnership with Global BC, shows the BC Conservatives with a 5-point lead over the BC NDP just ahead of this week’s Leaders’ Debate. Voter Support The BC Conservatives now have the support of 43% (up 1) of decided voters, which puts them 5-points ahead of the BC NDP at 38% (down 2).
British Columbians on Energy and Resources Issues
Vancouver, BC October 1, 2026 – Ipsos conducted a poll on behalf of the Energy Futures Institute asking British Columbians for their views on energy and resource issues in the province. Electricity Demand and Supply Survey respondents were shown the following information. For the past three years, B.C. has been a net importer of electricity from the United States and Alberta. In some periods, imported electricity has supplied up to 25% of B.C.'s needs.
BC Conservative Support Rallies Without Kerry-Lynne Findlay
BC Conservatives (42%, up 7) Lead BC NDP (40%, down 5) by 2-points. Impressions of David Eby Have Worsened – 37% Favourable (down 4) and 37% Unfavourable (up 7) 10.01.26 Vancouver, BC October 1, 2026 – A new Ipsos poll, conducted in partnership with Global BC, shows a significantly altered political landscape following the resignation of BC Conservative leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay.
Views of BC’s New-Vehicle Zero-Emission Sales Mandate
Residents Support Including Hybrid Vehicles (70%) and Reinstating Government Rebates (67%) 09.21.26 Vancouver, BC September 21, 2026 – A new Ipsos poll conducted on behalf of the Energy Futures Institute shows Survey respondents were shown the following information and then asked whether they support or oppose two measures under the new-vehicle zero-emission sales mandate.
Top Issues for British Columbians
Top Three Issues in BC are Cost of Living (56%), Health Care (40%) and Housing (34%). Land Use, Property Rights and DRIPA is a Top Issue for 6% of BC Residents Including Only 9% of BC Conservatives voters and 3% of BC NDP voters. 09.18.26 Vancouver, BC September 18, 2026 – As British Columbia appears to be on the verge of an early provincial election, an Ipsos poll released earlier this week shows there are three clear top issues in British Columbia – cost of living, health care and housing.
BC Conservative Support Scatters Under Kerry-Lynne Findlay
Vancouver, BC September 15, 2026 – A new Ipsos poll shows a substantial drop-in support for the BC Conservatives under new leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay. The BC NDP are of course the main beneficiary, but NDP support is unchanged compared to the last provincial election, as BC Conservative support has scattered among the BC Greens and other smaller political parties.
Views of Drug Consumption Sites in British Columbia
Only One-In-Four (26%) British Columbians Think These Sites are a Good Use of Taxpayer Money (62% Disagree) 08.10.26 Vancouver, BC August 11, 2026 – A new Ipsos poll conducted on behalf of Neighbours of 900 Helmcken (www.inplainsightbc.com) shows that most British Columbians think drug consumption sites are not a good use of taxpayer money and that the provincial government has failed to make real improvements on the broader issue of the addiction and overdose crisis.
Albertans Want Better Safeguards for Voter Information
84% say political parties should be subject to the same private-sector privacy laws that apply to other organizations 06.02.26 Vancouver, BC June 2, 2026 – These are the results of an online poll conducted on behalf of the BC Freedom of Information and Privacy Association (FIPA). The poll was conducted roughly two weeks after news of an unauthorized exposure of an official Elections Alberta voter list.
Navigating the Endurance Economy: A BC Perspective on Brand Resilience
Read our latest paper to discover how British Columbia offers an important lens into the Endurance Economy, and what this means for your brand. 05.20.26 Reflections from Ipsos’ BC’s Most Loved Brands Event, Vancouver, April 14, 2026, by Cameron McFadyen. When I moved to Vancouver in 2014, a friend joked that BC stood for “Bring Cash.” Like many local sayings, it carried more truth than humour.
Protections Wanted for How Federal Political Parties Use Personal Information
Vancouver, BC April 21, 2026 – These are the results of an online poll conducted on behalf of the BC Freedom of Information and Privacy Association (FIPA), the Canadian Civil Liberties Association (CCLA), Centre for Digital Rights (CDR), and OpenMedia as part of work with www.voterprivacy.ca. The survey shows Canadians have both low trust and familiarity with how federal political parties protect personal information.
BC Residents Support Natural Gas Choice and LNG Expansion
Vancouver, BC, September 9, 2025 – A recent Ipsos poll conducted on behalf of the Energy Futures Institute shows more than six-in-ten residents support being able to choose natural gas to heat their homes. A similar six-in-ten support the development of additional LNG export facilities in British Columbia.
Majority of BC Residents Oppose Planned New-Car EV Sales Mandate
Vancouver, BC, August 25, 2025 – A new Ipsos poll conducted on behalf of the Energy Futures Institute shows a majority of BC residents in opposition to the implementation of new-car EV sales mandates. Survey respondents were shown the following information and then asked whether they would support or oppose this new-car EV sales mandate. Both the federal and BC Government have enacted legislation requiring a certain percentage of new car sales to be electric vehicles.
Canadians Support Policy Ideas Set Out by Business Council of Alberta
According to a new Ipsos poll commissioned by the Business Council of Alberta (BCA), a majority of Canadians nation-wide support the federal government acting on a range of policies to advance Alberta and Canada’s interests. The survey was conducted from July 14-16, 2025. Support for the policy ideas ranged from 62% to 83%. To ensure respondents reacted to the policies, and not the sponsor, Ipsos tested the ideas without identifying the BCA as the sponsor.
Canadians See Oilers Win as National Symbol of Resilience, Say Winning the Cup Is Especially Important This Year
With the 2025 Stanley Cup finals set to begin, 63% of Canadians say they are cheering on the Edmonton Oilers, up six points from last year’s matchup, according to Ipsos polling for Global News. Nearly six in ten (56%) think the Oilers will defeat the Florida Panthers (+7 pts vs. 2024). This increase compared to last year comes at a time when strong majorities of Canadians agree a win for the Oilers would be symbolic and a show of national pride and identity.
Liberals Lead Conservatives as Best Able to Manage Canadian Energy and Resources
Mark Carney and the Liberal Party lead Pierre Poilievre and the Conservatives on all aspects of managing Canadian energy and resources. The Liberals are ahead of the Conservatives when it comes to managing our energy and resources to create jobs and grow the economy, to ensure that we proceed in an environmentally responsible and sustainable manner, and in balancing economic and environmental concerns.
NDP are Favourites to Win Third Term
Vancouver, BC, October 18, 2024 – A new Ipsos poll conducted in partnership with Global BC shows the NDP with a very slim 2-point advantage over the Conservatives as the 2024 campaign reaches the finish line. While the overall NDP lead is within the survey’s margin of error, the NDP leads by 13-points in seat rich Metro Vancouver and by 17-points among the typically higher turnout 55+ age group.
Advantage NDP in BC Election Campaign
Vancouver, BC, October 11, 2024 – A new Ipsos poll conducted in partnership with Global BC shows the NDP with a 5-point advantage over the Conservatives as a still competitive BC election approaches its final week. The NDP advantage is strengthened by its substantial lead among older voters. The Issues There are three top issues for voters in this provincial election – cost of living/inflation (51%), health care (35%) and housing affordability and availability (31%).
BC Residents Open to Range of Options to Meet Electricity Demands
Vancouver, BC, September 6, 2024 – A new Ipsos poll conducted on behalf of the Energy Futures Institute shows a majority of BC residents in opposition to the implementation of new-car EV sales mandates. The poll also shows residents are open to a wide variety of options to help meet BC's increased electricity demand over the next few decades.
Despite Easing Inflation, 43% of Canadians Still Concerned about Feeding their Family, Rising to 54% among Parents
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57% of Canadians Cheering for the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Finals
Six in ten Canadians are cheering for the Edmonton Oilers in the upcoming Stanley Cup finals, while 9% of Canadians are cheering for the Florida Panthers and 33% of Canadians offer no opinion. Opinions on whether the Oilers or Panthers will win the Stanley Cup are slightly softer. Half (49%) think the Oilers will win, while 18% say the Panthers will win. One-third again offer no opinion.
Trails and Outdoor Recreation in BC
Vancouver BC, May 29, 2024 — A new online poll conducted on behalf of the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC shows that most British Columbians have participated in outdoor recreation in the past 12 months. Amongst those who participated, community parks and trail networks are the most popular destinations for outdoor recreation. Just over half of BC residents report that where they live is influenced by having access to trails and outdoor recreation amenities.
Canadian Business Leaders Optimistic in Face of Economic Headwinds
Vancouver, BC, November 21, 2023 – A recent survey conducted on behalf of ATB Financial of Canadian business leaders finds that more than seven in ten (73%) business leaders are optimistic about the overall economic outlook for Canadian businesses in the next five years. However, this optimism comes as seven in ten (71%) business leaders expect there to be a recession in Canada sometime in the next six months.
Trails and Outdoor Recreation in BC
A new online poll conducted on behalf of the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC shows that British Columbians are enthusiastic about outdoor recreation. Vancouver BC, June 2, 2023 — A new online poll conducted on behalf of the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC shows that British Columbians are enthusiastic about outdoor recreation. They believe outdoor recreation amenities are important to their community and the province.
UCP Knocking on Door of Second Majority Win
May 28, 2023 – A new Global/Ipsos poll conducted using a dual online and phone methodology shows the United Conservative Party (UCP) as favourites to win their second consecutive majority government in Alberta. Danielle Smith and the UCP lead Rachel Notley and the NDP by 5-points on the eve of election day. A UCP victory, however, is not a sure thing, as differential voter turnout can shift the result.
Alberta Election Remains a Close Contest
UCP (48%) and NDP (45%) in a statistical tie among decided voters Only half (48%) of Albertans agree they feel good about the choices available May 17, 2023 – A new Global/Ipsos poll shows the UCP and NDP in a statistical tie as the campaign reaches its midpoint. The race to the 44 seats required to win a majority still goes through Calgary where the two main parties are in a statistical dead heat. The NDP are dominant in Edmonton and the UCP is dominant outside the two big cities.
Cost of Living and Healthcare are the Top Two Issues for Alberta Voters
Smith/UCP have a slight advantage on cost of living issues. Notley/NDP have a bigger advantage on healthcare issues. May 4, 2023 – A new Global/Ipsos poll conducted using a dual online and phone methodology shows that the clear top two most important issues for Albertans are cost of living/affordability/inflation and healthcare. The poll also shows that Danielle Smith and the UCP are perceived as being better able to deal with issues like the oil and gas industry, the new Calgary arena, and taxes.
UCP (48%) Start 2023 Alberta Election Campaign with a Narrow Lead (44%) Over NDP
May 2, 2023 – A new Global/Ipsos poll conducted using a dual online and phone methodology shows the United Conservative Party (UCP) with a small 4-point lead over the NDP among decided and leaning Alberta voters, in the lead-up to the provincial election scheduled for May 29, 2023. The UCP is doing best with men, older Albertans and those living outside Calgary and Edmonton. The NDP is doing best with women, younger voters and Edmonton voters.
British Columbians’ Views on Freedom of Information and Privacy
Vancouver, BC January 25, 2023 – These are the results of an online poll conducted on behalf of the BC Freedom of Information and Privacy Association (FIPA). The poll examines British Columbian public opinion with respect to freedom of information and privacy in BC.
Trails and Outdoor Recreation
British Columbians Enthusiastic about Outdoor Recreation; Support More Government Investment Developing and Maintaining Recreation Amenities Vancouver BC, June 3, 2022 — A new online poll conducted on behalf of the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC shows that British Columbians are enthusiastic about outdoor recreation and support more government investment in the development and maintenance of trails, parks and other recreation amenities in the province.
COMMENTARY: Sorry B.C., but electorally speaking, you look like Ontario | Globalnews.ca Original
This is my seventh federal election in B.C. as a pollster for Ipsos. Every election since my first in 2004, people have asked me if this is the one where B.C. is going to make a difference. It used to be that a winner was often declared before British Columbians even turned on their televisions to see the results come in. Voting times by region are more uniform these days, but people still want to know if a shift in B.C. will make a difference to the final outcome.
Canadians Support Natural Resource Development
Vancouver BC, April 8, 2021 — A new online poll conducted on behalf of Resource Works Resource Works and the Task Force for Real Jobs, Real Recovery[1] shows strong support for natural resource development. Canadians see the sector as important to the economy and as an opportunity to help Canada’s post COVID-19 economic recovery. Support for Natural Resource Sector Canadians support the natural resource sector.
NDP Headed to Majority Government
Vancouver BC, October 23, 2020 — The numbers never changed. There has been no backlash for calling a snap election during a pandemic. John Horgan and the NDP have led the entire campaign in vote, leadership and on the issues that matter most to British Columbians. Our final Ipsos/Global BC/CKNW poll shows the NDP with a 17-point lead over the BC Liberals among decided voters. The NDP lead by a substantial margin in both seat-rich Metro Vancouver and among high-turnout older voters.
Nothing Changes in a No Change Election
Vancouver BC, October 13, 2020 — At the mid-point of the BC election campaign, a new Ipsos/Global BC/CKNW online poll shows the NDP maintaining its substantial leads in vote intention, leadership and issues. Only about one-in-four British Columbians see this as a ‘time for change’ election. The Issues Coronavirus/COVID-19 has solidified its place as the top issue that voters care about in this provincial election.
British Columbians are Not Looking for Change
Vancouver BC, September 29, 2020 — A new Ipsos poll conducted using a dual online and phone methodology shows the NDP with substantial leads in voter preference, leadership and issue management. There are, however, a larger number of undecided voters compared to the start of previous BC elections. The Issues British Columbians care about a wide variety of different issues in this provincial election.
COMMENTARY: Support for separation soars in Alberta, Sask. - but there may be more smoke than fire
Canadians from all regions could see the signs of division on election night: a Liberal government elected with barely one-third of the votes, electoral maps showing stark east-west and urban-rural splits, a resurgent Bloc Québécois and not a single Liberal seat — and only a lone NDP seat — in the provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan. In the aftermath of this election outcome, Canadians tell Ipsos they believe the country is more divided than ever.
COMMENTARY: The West knows what it want this election, but can the parties deliver?
There are now more Canadians living west of Ontario than east of Ontario. With 104 seats, the West has an election influence approaching parity with the 121 seats in Ontario and the 110 seats in Quebec and Atlantic Canada. Within the West, one of these provinces is not like the others. British Columbians look a lot more like — gasp! — Ontarians than their western neighbours when it comes to voting intention, leader preference and a belief that the current government deserves re-election.
Majority in BC Support Trans Mountain Pipeline Expansion Project
Vancouver, BC (June 17, 2019) — A new Ipsos poll conducted on behalf of Resource Works [1] shows a majority of British Columbians in support of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project. Poll Findings Six-in-ten (60%) British Columbians say they support the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project, which involves building a second pipeline on the existing route between Alberta and Metro Vancouver (29% strongly, 32% somewhat).
BC Liberals Go Out on Top
Vancouver, BC, June 30, 2017 — There is not going to be a snap election in BC. But in the alternate universe where the Lieutenant Governor granted Christy Clark’s request for a new election, the BC Liberals will enter the campaign with a lead. A new Ipsos online poll, taken a few days after the BC Liberal throne speech, shows that the post-election battle for public opinion has been most favourable to the BC Liberals, who now have a clear lead over the NDP among decided voters.
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