A new survey by the non-profit Angus Reid Institute reveals a significant decline in Canadian pride in the military, with only 52% of respondents feeling proud compared to 79% in November 2019. This decline occurs despite a recent surge in overall Canadian patriotism due to tensions with the Trump administration over tariffs and annexation threats. The survey also indicates that younger Canadians (18-34) are less likely to volunteer for combat roles, while older Canadians (over 54) and Conservative voters show more willingness.
Canadian pride in military declines, survey finds
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️A new survey by the non-profit Angus Reid Institute reveals a significant decline in Canadian pride in the military, with only 52% of respondents feeling proud compared to 79% in November 2019. This decline occurs despite a recent surge in overall Canadian patriotism due to tensions with the Trump administration over tariffs and annexation threats. The survey also indicates that younger Canadians (18-34) are less likely to volunteer for combat roles, while older Canadians (over 54) and Conservative voters show more willingness.
Trending- 1 Four decades earlier: Highs in Canadian patriotism.
- 2 November 2019: 79% of Canadians felt proud of the military.
- 3 April 2025: Federal election.
- 4 June 20-23, 2025: Angus Reid Institute survey conducted.
- 5 July 10, 2025 (Thursday): Angus Reid Institute survey released.
- Potential implications for military recruitment and public support for defence initiatives.
What: Decline in Canadian pride in the military, as found by a survey.
When: June 20-23, 2025 (survey conducted); Thursday (survey released); November 2019 (previous survey data point); four decades earlier (previous highs in patriotism); April (federal election).
Where: Canada (nationwide survey).
Why: Not explicitly stated for the decline in military pride, but overall patriotism surged due to tensions with the Trump administration over tariffs and annexation threats.
How: Angus Reid Institute conducted an online survey among 1,619 Canadian adults.