For months now, Canadians have been staying at home and taking other precautions to flatten the curve and stop the spread of COVID-19. As provinces begin to re-open, a new opinion poll reveals that Canadians are fatigued.
The poll, conducted by the non-profit Angus Reid Institute, examines Canadians’ emotions and how they have adapted to public health guidelines in recent weeks.
Results show that just 36 per cent of Canadians say they are avoiding public spaces as often as they were earlier this spring. Handwashing (70 per cent) and not shaking hands or hugging (66 per cent) continue to be the most followed protocols.
When asked to describe their emotions, the most common response from Canadians is “worn out/fatigued” at 31 per cent. Other top responses include anxious (28 per cent), worried (22 per cent), and bored (22 per cent). Meanwhile, 25 per cent said they feel grateful, while 15 per cent said they feel optimistic.
The poll also found that 59 per cent of respondents believe the worst is over, in terms of health risks.
The number of respondents who say they are worried about contracting COVID-19 has dropped to 46 per cent, compared to a peak of 73 per cent in April.
You can read the full report on the Angus Reid website.
