Most Canadians Feel Liberals Falling Short
A recent Postmedia-Leger poll reveals that while Prime Minister Mark Carney’s satisfaction and approval ratings are gradually rising, many Canadians believe his government has not fulfilled its campaign promises.
Public Sentiment on Government Progress
In a survey of nearly 1,600 Canadian adults nationwide, 72% expressed disappointment with the government's efforts to address the cost-of-living crisis. Additionally, 64% were frustrated with the pledge to control government spending amid a rising deficit.
“There’s a lot of things to like about Mr. Carney’s experience and credentials that people gravitated to during the election and hold true now,” said Leger executive vice-president Andrew Enns. “But when we start to dig deeper, people don’t feel that we’ve made a lot of progress.”
Context of the Poll
The poll follows the release of Carney’s budget plan, which has been described as a “generational investment” in Canada's future. Despite this, opposition parties have criticized the budget since its presentation on Tuesday, especially as many Canadians continue to face financial hardships.
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Key Poll Findings
- 72% disappointed with progress on cost-of-living crisis
- 64% dissatisfied with government spending controls amid deficit concerns
- Rising but still cautious approval and satisfaction ratings for Carney
The poll underscores the gap between Carney’s popularity based on his credentials and the public’s perception of the government's concrete achievements.
Author's Summary
Although Mark Carney maintains growing approval ratings, most Canadians feel his government has not delivered meaningful progress on key issues like the cost-of-living crisis and fiscal responsibility.