Ottawa, ON — A new Leger poll reveals that while most Canadians continue to honour Remembrance Day, the number planning to formally mark the occasion this year has declined compared to 2024. The survey found that 69 per cent of respondents intended to observe the day in some way — whether by wearing a poppy, attending a ceremony, or observing a moment of silence — representing a seven-point drop from last year.
According to the poll, 23 per cent of Canadians said they did not plan to take part in any Remembrance Day activities, while eight per cent were uncertain. Political affiliation appeared to play a role in participation rates: 77 per cent of Liberal Party supporters said they would observe Remembrance Day, compared to only 33 per cent of Bloc Québécois supporters, who were the least likely to do so.
Despite the decline in planned observance, the survey found overwhelming public support for making Remembrance Day a national statutory holiday. More than three-quarters (76 per cent) of respondents were in favour of the idea, while 15 per cent opposed it and eight per cent were undecided.
The online survey, conducted between Friday and Sunday, included 1,565 Canadian respondents. As with all online polls, the Canadian Research Insights Council notes that the results cannot be assigned a margin of error since participants were not randomly selected.
While fewer Canadians may be planning formal observances this year, the findings suggest that the nation’s collective respect for those who served in the armed forces remains strong — a reflection of enduring gratitude for the sacrifices that have shaped Canada’s freedom and identity.