Canadian Gallup Poll, November 1987, #527_1

This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on Canada's economic situation, automobile driver testing, Canada U.S. relations and what 1988 will be like. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as the situation in the Persian Gulf, respondents' automobile use and Christmas shopping habits. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: approving or disapproving free trade; being discriminated against; being informed about free trade; the chances of a recession in the future; the chances of a world war in the next 10 years; driving within the speed limits; future of the economy; having a license to drive a car; investing $5,000; the knowledge of troubles in the Persian Gulf; predictions for 1988; requiring drivers to get regular medicals; the seriousness of the recession; starting Christmas shopping; and the United State's handling of the Persian Gulf. Basic demographic variables are also included.