Canadian Gallup Poll, August 1978, #415

This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on political and social issues. The questions ask opinions about political leaders and political issues within the country. There are also questions on other topics of interest and importance to the country and government, such as interest in professional sports; satisfaction with the future and smoking. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic variables. Topics of interest include: attending live theatre; changes in welfare; drinking alcoholic beverages; going to the movies; interest in professional sports; interest level of movies; the names of cabinet members; opinions about Jean Chretien; opinions about Marc Lalonde; the position of cabinet members; satisfaction with Canada's position in the world; satisfaction with the future; smoking cigarettes; unemployment in the future; and who the Liberal government helps. Basic demographic variables are also included.