Overview

• An Abacus Data poll shows Prime Minister Mark Carney’s approval rating fell two points to 50%, the lowest level since March.
• Canadians were surveyed after President Trump imposed 35% tariffs on Canadian goods for missing an Aug. 1 trade deal deadline.
• Abacus CEO David Coletto attributes the decline to voter frustration over perceived inaction on key domestic policy files.
• Vote intentions remain steady with Liberals at 43% and Conservatives at 40% among decided voters, unchanged since mid-July.
• Cost of living tops Canadians’ concerns at 62%, followed by U.S. trade relations at 44% as economic issues dominate the agenda.