This dataset covers ballots spanning January-December 1995. The dataset contains the data resulting from these polls in ASCII. The ballots are as follows:
001 - January
This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the past election, Jean Chretien, the state of the economy, and the standard of living in Canada. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as support for the separation of Quebec from Canada, and regional trade. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: economy; election; Jean Chretien; regional trade; standard of living; Quebec separation; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included.
002 - February
This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the past election, Jean Chretien, economic priorities, and the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). There are also questions on other topics of interest such as the Major League Baseball strike, medical rights, the National Hockey League, and neighbourhood safety. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: economy; election; Jean Chretien; sports; NAFTA; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included.
003 - March
This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the past election, religion, ethical standards of certain professions, and the Federal Government's budget announcement. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as the belief in hell and the devil, the influence of religion on Canadian life, satisfaction with the direction of the country, and the Bible. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: religion; election; Jean Chretien; ethical standards; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included.
004 - April
This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the past election, Jean Chretien, respect for public institutions, support for the mentally disabled, and opinion of the Spanish/coastguard dispute. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as the best Prime Minister for Canada, smoking, and drinking habits. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: public institutions; election; Jean Chretien; mentally disabled; Spanish/coastguard dispute; political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included.
005 - May
This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly economic, political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the past election, the state of economy, criminal activity, and immigration and refugees issues. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as the possibility of a merger between the Progressive Conservative Party and The Reform Party, the treatment of criminals by Canadian institutions, the O.J. Simpson trial, and the trial of Paul Bernardo. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: criminal activity; economy; immigration; refugees; conservative political parties merger; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included.
006 - June
This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly economic, political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the past election, the state of economy, hunger in Canada, and gun laws. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as approval of the federal Liberal Party of Canada, and Canada's peacekeeping role in the world. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: economy; hunger; peacekeeping; Liberal Party of Canada; gun laws; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included.
007 - July
This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly economic, political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the past election, and business conditions. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as approval of Jean Chretien, mercy killing, and Quebec separation. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: business conditions; mercy killing; Jean Chretien; Quebec; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included.
008 - August
This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly economic, political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the past election, job security, the GST, and abortion. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as approval of Jean Chretien, the United Nations, and a 'flat rate' tax structure for Canada. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: economy; taxes; abortion; job security; United Nations; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included.
009 - September
This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the past election, health care, education, and Canada's peacekeeping role. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as approval of Jean Chretien, government funding of public schools, and satisfaction with the direction of Canada . The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: education; health care; election; peacekeeping; Jean Chretien; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included.
010 - October
This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the past election, the Quebec referendum, doctor's fees, and the new leader of the New Democratic Party (NDP). There are also questions on other topics of interest such as approval of Jean Chretien, the Government's treatment of Native Indians, and the $2 bill vs. the $2 coin. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: Quebec separation; health care costs; election; NDP leader; Jean Chretien; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included.
011 - November
This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the past election, the economy, Quebec separation, and federal politicians. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as the separation of federal and provincial powers, the most important problem facing Canada, and opinions of Canada. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: the economy; Quebec separation; federal politicians; election; separation of constitutional powers; Jean Chretien; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included.
012 - December
This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the past election, the economy, health care in Canada, and peacekeeping. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as personal finances, approval of the federal Liberal Government, and constitutional amendments. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: the economy; constitution; Jean Chretien; Liberal Party of Canada; health care; and political party preference. Basic demographic variables are also included.