Ipsos News and Polls

Positive News About British Columbia Tree Fruit Growers

Thu, 17 May 2012 14:00:30 GMT

Vancouver, BC —More British Columbian tree fruit growers are likely to increase their acreage of apples than decrease according to a new Ipsos Reid poll conducted on behalf of the BC Fruit Growers’ Association. Specifically, 15% of growers claim that they will be increasing their acreage dedicated to growing apples over the next 5 years, compared to only 6% who say they will decrease their amount of land for this fruit over the same time period.

Views on Canadian Oil and Gas

Thu, 03 May 2012 06:00:30 GMT

Toronto, ON – A new Ipsos Reid poll conducted on behalf of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce shows a majority of Canadians believe it is possible to respect the environment while increasing oil and gas production. Two-thirds (65%) of Canadians agree that “it is possible to increase oil and gas production while protecting the environment at the same time,” including one-quarter (26%) who ‘agree strongly’. One-quarter (25%) of Canadians disagree with this idea (9% ‘disagree strongly’).

British Columbians Name Most Environmentally-Friendly Retailers

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:00:30 GMT

Vancouver, BC - Retailers’ activities in helping to preserve and protect the environment are visibly still very relevant to British Columbians. According to a recent study by Ipsos Reid conducted in the spring of 2012, a large majority (71%) say that retailers’ actions are either very or somewhat important in deciding where to shop. The importance placed on this aspect of a retailer’s performance has remained high each time it has been tested (67% in 2011; 72% in 2010; and 74% in 2009).

British Columbians on Provincial Government Climate Change Action

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 18:00:30 GMT

Vancouver, BC – An Ipsos Reid poll conducted on behalf of Pacific Carbon Trust¹ shows that a solid majority of British Columbians support their provincial government taking a variety of actions on climate change.

Nearly Half of Adults Are More Inclined to Buy Eco-Friendly Products, and Four in Ten Would Pay More for Them

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:15:30 GMT

New York, NY – A quarter of respondents (25%) report that they always proactively take steps to green their home or lifestyle, such as recycling, driving energy efficient vehicles, weatherizing their home, using eco-friendly products, etc, according to a new Ipsos poll conducted on behalf of RetailMeNot.com. An additional 60% say that they sometimes take these actions, while just 15% say that they never do.

Many Canadians Missing Water Conservation Opportunities, Underestimate Potential Savings

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 11:00:30 GMT

Toronto, ON – Many Canadians are missing water conservation opportunities, according to a new Ipsos Reid poll conducted on behalf of the Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating. As a case in point, when it comes to which trait they value more in a shower head, fully one half (50%) value high water pressure over high-efficiency water usage (50%).

When it Comes to Winter Weather in Canada, One Quarter (23%) of Canadians Say ‘Bring it On!’

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:00:30 GMT

Toronto, ON – When it comes to winter weather in Canada, one quarter (23%) of Canadians say they love the cold weather, bring on the snow and cold, crisp air, according to a new Ipsos Reid poll conducted on behalf of Quaker. While one half (49%) say that they can take the cold and snowy winter weather for only short periods of time, three in ten (28%) say they simply hate winter and would rather be on a beach in the Caribbean. Men in particular are more likely to love the snow and cold crisp air (28%) compared to women (19%).

British Columbians on the Northern Gateway Pipelines Project

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:00:30 GMT

Vancouver, BC – A new Ipsos Reid poll conducted on behalf of Enbridge shows that British Columbians are more likely to support than oppose the proposed Northern Gateway Pipelines Project.

Canadians Set for a Green Christmas as Majority Recycle Gift Wrap Once Gift is Opened (55%), use LED Lights to Decorate Tree and Home (55%)

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 11:00:30 GMT

Toronto, ON – Canadians appear to be all set for a green Christmas this year, according to a new Ipsos Reid poll conducted on behalf of Waste Management. Many are taking steps to reduce the impact that they have on the environment over the holidays by doing things like recycling, reducing and conserving energy.

Cleaning Industry Insights Survey

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 07:30:30 GMT

New York, NY - Procter & Gamble Professional commissioned Ipsos Public Affairs to conduct a national survey among managers of cleaning operations from several industries with the objective of exploring their perceptions, attitudes and behaviors about their business and how they are adapting to the challenges brought on by the current economic climate.