Some expect to do it more (17 per cent), and some less (35 per cent). But the curious results are the ones where the intentions are split, like going to the movies. Some things people say they will do less of also make sense, like going on a cruise (37 per cent) or eating at a buffet (44 per cent). Some things people plan to do more of after the pandemic than before make sense, like washing hands (56 per cent) and avoiding large crowds (46 per cent). Wright calls it a “thermometer of where we’re headed.” Because they were not randomly selected, a true margin of error cannot be calculated, but a randomized poll with a similar number of respondents would have a margin of error of plus or minus 2.5 per cent to 3.1 per cent, 19 times out of 20.įor impressionistic purposes, however, the survey is an eye-opener. There were 1,012 respondent Canadians in the first and 1,508 in the second, weighted by education, age, gender and region, according to the census. The survey was conducted online over two periods in late April and early May, 2021, a year after the previous one. Millennials consistently outstrip the general population in how much more they want to do things, from online shopping and saving for emergencies, to church and outdoor sports. One quarter of Canadians say they will attend church less, but 10 per cent say they will do it more, which jumps to 16 per cent among only Millennials. Wright said the pandemic has made some people more spiritual, while forcing others to abandon a church-going routine they were used to. Sunday is traditionally for rest and reflection. For example, 23 per cent of Canadians intend to do more hugging and hand-shaking with their friends, perhaps to make up for lost opportunities, but 39 per cent intend to do less, which could create awkward and anxious situations. Saturday will present interesting contrasts when friends and families get together again. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Manage Print Subscription / Tax Receipt.
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