COVID-19 Snapshot Monitoring (COSMO) Study in Canada Phase 2 - Methodological report
Prepared for the Privy Council Office (PCO)
Supplier:
Ekos Research Associates Inc.
Contract Number:
35035-211315/001/CY
Contract Value:
$249,509.48 (tax included)
Award Date:
December 7, 2021
Delivery Date:
June 26, 2023
Registration Number:
POR-057-21
For more information on this report, please contact Public Opinion Research: POR-ROP@pco-bcp.gc.ca
This public opinion research report presents the methodology for the conduct of eight online surveys conducted by Ekos Research Associates Inc. on behalf of the Privy Council Office (PCO).
Cette publication est aussi disponible en français sous le titre : Surveillance instantanée COVID-19 (SICO Canada): Phase 2.
This publication may be reproduced for non-commercial purposes only. Prior written permission must be obtained from PCO.
The Privy Council Office (PCO) is the hub of non-partisan, public service support to the Prime Minister and Cabinet and its decision-making structures. Led by the Clerk of the Privy Council, PCO helps the Government implement its vision and respond effectively and quickly to issues facing the government and the country.
Between March 2020 and September 2021, PCO led the implementation of the COVID-19 Snapshot Monitoring (COSMO) Study Phase 1, which longitudinally captured respondents’ perceptions, knowledge, and behaviours in response to the pandemic. The COSMO Study Phase 1 was founded on a comprehensive survey developed by the World Health Organization (WHO), released to assist countries in quickly establishing a data collection mechanism to track the evolving response context related to COVID-19 at the citizen-level. It enabled PCO to contribute evidence-based, behaviourally-informed insights and recommendations to public communication materials, policy and programmatic considerations, and whole-of-government decision-making related to the Government of Canada’s broader response effort.
This report outlines the methodology used in the COSMO Study’s second Phase, which continued to monitor the evolving pandemic response context with a refreshed sample of Canadians (including a flexible oversample of diverse sub-segments of the population), and a restructured survey body exploring new thematic areas related to re-integration and recovery. More specifically, as the country gradually re-opened, this study monitored Canadians’ beliefs and behaviours on the road to re-integrating to workplaces, social circles, and the day-to-day activities they engaged in before the pandemic, and further explored the factors posing threats to collective recovery emerging from Phase 1 evidence (e.g., vaccine hesitancy, exposure to and spread of mis/disinformation).
Through a partnership with HC and PHAC, the implementation of the COSMO Study Phase 2 allowed PCO to monitor progress and explore challenges related to pandemic recovery, identify specific segments of Canadians with greater need for support, and then tailor efforts to those specific contexts with a deeper understanding of these priority populations.
The target audience for this study was adults living in Canada 18 years of age and older, aiming for appropriate representation of gender, age, education, and regional split (Canadian citizens as well as permanent residents).
The study consisted of eight survey waves of 2,000 respondents each. The sample included general population respondents in all survey waves, as well as an oversample of selected underrepresented populations in one of the waves (sixth wave only).
B. Expenditure
The contract amount for this project was $249,509.48 (including HST).
C. Political Neutrality Certification
I hereby certify as Senior Officer of Ekos Research Associates Inc. that the deliverables fully comply with the Government of Canada political neutrality requirements outlined in the Communications Policy of the Government of Canada and Procedures for Planning and Contracting Public Opinion Research.
Specifically, the deliverables do not include information on electoral voting intentions, political party preferences, standings with the electorate or ratings of the performance of a political party or its leaders.
Signed by Derek Jansen (Vice President)
Appendices
A. Detailed Methodology
Data was collected through online surveys with adult Canadians 18 years of age and older, randomly recruited from Ekos’ probability-based online panel.
Data was collected through a rolling poll. For 8 waves, Ekos conducted an approximately 20 minute online survey with 2,000 general population respondents each wave, with the exception of the sixth wave, where we also included Canadians from underrepresented populations identified by the client (those who had a pregnancy within the last year, and respondents with 2 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine).
For the most part, the same 2,000 general population panelists were interviewed each wave; a new panelist was only added to the sampling frame when an original panelist stopped participating. However, for Wave 8 an entirely fresh (new) sample was included, at the request of the client.
The general population sample frame for each survey wave consisted of roughly 50% women and 50% men for each age group (18 to 34; 35 to 54; 55+), and for each region:
Atlantic Canada (Newfoundland, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick);
Quebec;
Ontario;
Manitoba/Saskatchewan/Nunavut;
Alberta/Northwest Territories;
British Columbia/Yukon.
The survey results for each wave (n=2,000) are valid within a margin of error of ± 2.2 percentage points, 19 times out of 20.
B. Survey Programming and Pre-Test
PCO provided Ekos with the final English questionnaire for each survey wave. Ekos translated, programmed and pre-tested the questionnaire for each survey wave with at least 20 respondents (a minimum of 10 English and 10 French pre-test completions each wave). Appended to the pre-test questionnaire was a diagnostic battery of questions which allowed respondents to provide an assessment of the clarity and flow of the questionnaire, and provide any final comments about the survey. The questionnaire for each survey wave was finalized in consultation with PCO.
C. Survey Administration/Quality Control
The final questionnaire in each survey wave was administered to the full sample using a bilingual e-mail invitation and a bilingual questionnaire, installed on a web-server controlled by Ekos. The e-mail invitation included a description of the survey (in both languages) along with a link to the survey website. When respondents clicked on the survey link, they were taken to a website containing the survey instrument. Once inside the survey, the respondent had the choice of completing the questionnaire in French or English (and they could change the survey language between French and English at any time). The survey database was mounted using a Personalized Identification Number (PIN), so only individuals with a PIN were allowed access to the survey (the PIN was included in the e-mail invitation). The PIN also allowed respondents to exit and re-enter the survey at any time to complete or change information before the questionnaire was completed/submitted.
Survey data collection adhered to the Standards for the Conduct of Government of Canada Public Opinion Research—Online Surveys, as well as all applicable industry standards. Ekos informed respondents of their rights under the Privacy Act and the Access to Information Act and ensured that those rights were protected throughout the research process. This included: informing respondents of the purpose of the research; identifying both the sponsoring department and the research supplier; informing respondents that their participation in the study is voluntary, and that the information provided would be administered according to the requirements of the Privacy Act.
Both the e-mail invitation and the survey instructions included an e-mail address and a 1-800 number that respondents could use in the event that there were questions about the study or completing the questionnaire.
In order to increase the response rate to the survey, all non-respondents were sent up to three bilingual reminder e-mails, emphasizing the relevance and importance of the survey, and asking them to take the time needed to participate.
D. Sample Source/Data Analysis
The sample for the survey was drawn from Ekos’ in-house probability-based panel, Probit. Probit is a research panel that has been designed by Ekos to provide statistically representative data. Our online panel offers complete coverage of the Canadian population (i.e., Internet, phone, cell phone), random recruitment (in other words, participants are recruited randomly, they do not opt themselves into our panel), and equal probability sampling. All respondents to our panel are recruited by telephone using random digit dialling and are confirmed by live interviewers.
Our panel is considered to be probability based as it is recruited from random digit dial (RDD) sample, both landline and cell phone. The overall panel size is roughly 100,000 Canadian households. Random stratified samples are drawn from the panel database for individual research assignments.
Once the data for each survey wave was collected, the database was reviewed for data quality. Coding of open-ended questions was also completed. Survey results were weighted based on Statistics Canada data according to age, gender, region and education to ensure the sample was representative of the general public aged 18 years and older. Based on an analysis plan provided by PCO, Ekos provided results for each survey wave in the form of Excel data tables and SPSS files. A field summary was also provided at the end of each wave.
E. Overview of Survey Waves
Below we outline the field dates, sample sizes, sample composition (general public and underrepresented populations), and response rates[1] for each of the eight survey waves conducted as part of this study.
Overview of Survey Waves
Wave
Characteristics
Data
Wave 1
Field Dates:
February 3-25, 2022
Sample Size:
2,000
New respondents
2,000
Return respondents
0
Return respondents who completed all waves to date
0
Sample Composition:
General Public
Response Rate:
12.3%
Wave 2
Field Dates:
April 5-25, 2022
Sample Size:
2,000
New respondents
466
Return respondents
1,534
Return respondents who completed all waves to date
1,534
Sample Composition:
General Public
Response Rate:
34.7%
Wave 3
Field Dates:
June 1-24, 2022
Sample Size:
2,000
New respondents
373
Return respondents
1,627
Return respondents who completed all waves to date
1,267
Sample Composition:
General Public
Response Rate:
36.5%
Wave 4
Field Dates:
August 3-26, 2022
Sample Size:
2,000
New respondents
240
Return respondents
1,760
Return respondents who completed all waves to date
1,170
Sample Composition:
General Public
Response Rate:
42.7%
Wave 5
Field Dates:
October 5-26, 2022
Sample Size:
2,000
New respondents
237
Return respondents
1,763
Return respondents who completed all waves to date
1,065
Sample Composition:
General Public
Response Rate:
24.2%
Wave 6
Field Dates:
November 25-December 12, 2022
Sample Size:
2,000
New respondents
222
Return respondents
1,778
Return respondents who completed all waves to date
1,000
Sample Composition:
1,886 General Public; 114 underrepresented populations (pregnancy within the last year, respondents with 2 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine)
Response Rate:
48.6%
Wave 7
Field Dates:
February 8-24, 2023
Sample Size:
2,000
New respondents
321
Return respondents
1,679
Return respondents who completed all waves to date
939
Sample Composition:
General Public
Response Rate:
49.3%
Wave 8
Field Dates:
May 19-June 6, 2023
Sample Size:
2,000
New respondents
2,000
Return respondents
0
Return respondents who completed all waves to date
0
Sample Composition:
General Public
Response Rate:
8.5%
Questionnaires
Wave 1
Online Introduction
In partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), the Government of Canada is conducting a research study on the impact of COVID-19. Ekos has been hired to administer this survey. Si vous préférez répondre au sondage en français, veuillez cliquer sur français. The survey takes about 20 minutes to complete and is voluntary and completely confidential.
Your responses will be identified by a subject number and the researchers will not know your identity or your personal information. To view Ekos' privacy policy, click here.
The purpose of this study is to improve actions taken by the government in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Your answers will be used for research purposes and to help improve the COVID-19 outbreak response. Please complete the survey in one sitting.
Further information about this study:
We are planning to release updated versions of this survey throughout 2022, this is survey one. There are seven more surveys to come.
Your data will be treated in accordance with the provisions of the Government of Canada Privacy Policy.
Your participation in the study is voluntary and your responses will be kept entirely confidential. You may terminate the survey at any time and without giving reasons.
All willing respondents will be asked to complete updated versions of this survey seven more times over the next year because your continued participation allows us to track opinions and behaviours about COVID-19 among the same cohort of individuals as they evolve over time. We greatly appreciate repeat participation.
I agree to participate in this study and understand that all my answers will only be used for scientific purposes.
I agree to the processing of my personal data in accordance with the information provided here.
I am aware that the data will be published in anonymous form to promote transparency in science.
I agree to participate: 1
No, I don't want to participate: 2 - THNK2
DEMO
Thank you for deciding to participate in this study. First, please provide us with some information about yourself.
QAGE
In what year were you born?
Enter year: 7777
I prefer not to answer: 9999
QAGE1
If... QAGE = 99: 99
In which of the following age categories do you belong?
Under 18: 98 - THNK2
18 to 24: 1
25 to 34: 2
35 to 44: 3
45 to 54: 4
55 to 64: 5
65 to 74: 6
75 and older: 7
GENDER
What best describes your gender? Refers to current gender which may be different from sex assigned at birth and may be different from what is indicated on legal documents.
Male: 1
Female: 2
Other 3 B
Prefer not to say: 4 B
SEX
What was your sex at birth? Sex refers to sex assigned at birth.
Male: 1
Female: 2
PROVINCE
In which province or territory do you live?
Select one only
Alberta: 2
British Columbia: 1
Manitoba: 4
New Brunswick: 7
Newfoundland and Labrador: 10
Northwest Territories: 12
Nova Scotia: 8
Nunavut: 13
Ontario: 5
Prince Edward Island: 9
Quebec: 6
Saskatchewan: 3
Yukon: 11
EDUCATION
What is the highest level of formal education that you have completed?
Select one only
Elementary school or less: 1
Some high school: 2
High school diploma or equivalent: 3
Registered Apprenticeship or other trades certificate or diploma: 4
Partial college/university education: 5
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma: 6
University certificate or diploma below bachelor's level: 7
Bachelor's degree: 8
Postgraduate degree above bachelor's level: 9
QLANGUAGE
Which language do you speak most often at home?
English: 1
French: 2
Other (please specify): 77
HEALTH_WORKER
Are you a health care provider (i.e., nurse, medical doctor, paramedic, first responder, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, etc.)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
SERVICE_INDUSTRY
Do you work in the service industry (i.e., tourism, food and beverage, hospitality, etc.)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
ILLNESS
Do you have a serious, long-term illness, like diabetes, emphysema, or high blood pressure?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
DISABILITY
Do you identify as a person with a disability? A person with a disability is a person who has a long-term or recurring impairment (such as vision, hearing, mobility, flexibility, dexterity, pain, learning, developmental, memory or mental health-related) which limits their daily activities inside or outside the home (such as at school, work, or in the community in general).
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to say: 99
URBAN
Which of the following best describes the place where you live now?
A large city: 1
A suburb near a large city: 2
A small city or town: 3
A rural area: 4
CHILDREN
Do you have children under 18 years of age?
Yes: 1
No: 2
CHILDREN1
If... CHILDREN = 1
How many children under 18 years of age do you have?
77: 77
CHILDREN2 [1,3]
If... CHILDREN = 1
What are the ages of your children?
Select all that apply.
4 years old or under: 1
5 to 11 years old: 2
12 to 17 years old: 3
EMPLOYMENT
Which of the following categories best describes your current employment status?
Please select one only.
Working full-time (30 or more hours per week): 1
Working part-time (less than 30 hours per week): 2
Full-time self-employed: 3
Part-time self-employed: 4
Unemployed: 5
A student: 6
Retired: 7
Full-time homemaker: 8
Other: 9
CITIZENSHIP
Where were you born?
Born in Canada: 1
Born outside Canada: 2
IMMIGRATION
If... CITIZENSHIP = 2
In what year did you first move to Canada?
Enter year: 7777 >
I prefer not to answer: 9999
ETHNICITY [1,13]
You may belong to one or more racial or cultural groups on the following list.
Select all that apply.
White: 1
South Asian (e.g., East Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, etc.): 3
Chinese: 2
Black: 4
Filipino: 5
Latin American: 6
Arab: 7
Southeast Asian (e.g., Vietnamese, Cambodian, Malaysian, Thai, Laotian, etc.): 8
West Asian (e.g., Iranian, Afghan, etc.): 9
Korean: 10
Japanese: 11
Aboriginal person (First Nations, Métis or Inuk (Inuit)): 12
Other (Please specify): 77
Prefer not to say: 99 X
INCOME
Which of the following categories best describes your total household income. That is, the total income of all persons in your household combined, before taxes?
Under $20,000: 1
$20,000 to just under $40,000: 2
$40,000 to just under $60,000: 3
$60,000 to just under $80,000: 4
$80,000 to just under $100,000: 5
$100,000 to just under $150,000: 6
$150,000 to just under $200,000: 7
$200,000 to just under $250,000: 8
$250,000 and above: 9
Prefer not to say: 99
Don't know: 98
HOUSEHOLD
How many people, including yourself, are supported by your total household income?
77: 77
SEX_ORIENTATION
What best describes your sexual orientation?
Heterosexual: 1
Gay and/or lesbian: 2
Bisexual: 3
Other: 4
Prefer not to answer: 99
Don't know: 98
PREG
If... SEX = 2
Are you currently pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or have you given birth within the last six months?
I am currently pregnant: 1
I'm currently planning and/or trying to become pregnant (i.e. within the next 6 months): 2
I gave birth within the last six months: 3
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to answer: 99
None of the above: 97
SECTA
The following section asks about certain public health measures as well as your experiences with COVID-19 vaccination.
FLU_SHOT
Did you get a flu shot this season (fall 2021 or winter 2022)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
PRETEST
In the past four weeks, have you...
TESTA
Been tested for COVID-19 (for example, at an assessment centre, using a rapid test, at a pharmacy)
Yes: 1
No: 2
RAPID_TEST
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: If at-home, rapid COVID-19 tests were available to me, I would use them.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
PREPREV_BEHAVIOURS
In the past month, how often have you used the following measures to avoid getting COVID-19 or to prevent the spread of COVID-19?
PREV_BEHAVIOURSA
Wearing a face mask when it is mandatory (e.g. in stores)
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSB
Wearing a face mask when it is not mandatory
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSC
Choosing to meet with others outdoors instead of indoors
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSD
Taking steps to improve indoor air quality (e.g. opening windows, using a HEPA filter)
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSE
Physical distancing (i.e. staying at least 2 meters from others)
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSF
Frequent hand washing or sanitizing
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSG
Staying home when you are sick
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSH
Avoiding public places and events
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSI
Quarantine (i.e. not leaving your home)
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREBEHAVIOURS
In the past two weeks, have you...
BEHAVIOURSA
Visited indoors with friends and family that are not part of your household
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSB
Sat inside a bar or restaurant
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSC
Travelled to another province or territory
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSD
Travelled to another country
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSE
Worked or gone to school in an indoor setting (e.g., office, store, classroom)
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSF
Gone to the gym or an exercise class
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSG
Attended an indoor sporting event and/or concert
Yes: 1
No: 2
PREFATIGUE1
In the future, if the following public health measures had to be reintroduced to prevent a widespread outbreak, would you support them?
FATIGUE1A
Gathering limits
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1B
Stay-at-home orders
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1C
Closing of businesses
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1D
Travel restrictions/border closures
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1E
Avoiding indoor gatherings with people outside of your household
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1F
School or daycare closures
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
PREMASK
In the past month, how often have you...
MASKA
Worn a high quality medical mask (i.e., N95, KN95 or equivalent) in indoor public settings
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
MASKB
Worn a cloth mask in indoor public settings
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
MASKC
Worn a surgical mask in indoor public settings
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
VAX_STATUS
Have you received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes - one dose: 1
Yes - two doses: 2
Yes - three doses: 3
Yes - four doses: 4
No: 5
PREVAX_EXPERIENCES
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4
Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with the following statements:
VAX_EXPERIENCESA
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4
I feel more comfortable going out in public (e.g., to stores, eating in restaurants) since getting the vaccine
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
VAX_EXPERIENCESB
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4
I feel concerned that I might develop long-term side effects from the vaccine
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
VAX_EXPERIENCESC
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4
I think it is important to continue to get tested if I have any symptoms of COVID-19
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
VAX_EXPERIENCESD
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4
I feel comfortable interacting indoors with people from outside my household without wearing a mask
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
VAX_EXPERIENCESE
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4
I think limiting my own international travel is important even if I am vaccinated
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
VAX_EXPERIENCESF
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4
I feel safer from severe disease outcomes such as hospitalizations or death
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
BOOSTER
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3
If a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine was available and recommended for you, how likely would you be to get it?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
BOOSTER1
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3
To what extent would you be comfortable receiving a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose that was a different brand than the doses you had previously received?
Very uncomfortable: 1
Uncomfortable: 2
Neither comfortable nor uncomfortable: 3
Comfortable: 4
Very comfortable: 5
BOOSTER2
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3 and BOOSTER = 1,2,: 3
In a few words, please explain your main reasons for feeling against or unsure about receiving a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine.
77: 77
VAX_INTENT
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
Will you get a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, I will get vaccinated as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will get vaccinated but want to wait: 2
Not sure/I'm still deciding: 3
No, I will not get vaccinated: 4
PASSPORT
Some provinces and territories have implemented proof-of-vaccination requirements. In your opinion, how much longer do you think these requirements should be in place?
They should end now: 1
They should continue for a few additional weeks (1 to 3 weeks): 2
They should continue for a few additional months (1 to 6 months): 3
They should be extended for several additional months (more than 6 months): 4
These requirements should be in place until the pandemic is declared over by public health officials: 5
These requirements should be permanent: 6
Don't know: 98
SOCIAL_CIRCLE
Are most of your close friends or family members vaccinated against COVID-19?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
ROUTINE_VAX
Have you ever decided not to get a routine vaccine or delayed getting a routine vaccine (e.g. tetanus, shingles, pneumonia) for reasons other than illness or allergy?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
CHILD_VAX
If... CHILDREN2 = 3
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 12-17 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
Yes, three doses: 3
No: 4
CHILD_VAX1
If... CHILDREN2 = 3 and CHILD_VAX = 1
You have indicated that your child(ren) aged 12-17 have already received one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Do you expect that they will get the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, they will get a second dose: 1
No, they will not get a second dose: 2
Don't know: 98
CHILD_VAX2
If... CHILDREN2 = 3 and CHILD_VAX = 4
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: Now that a COVID-19 vaccine is recommended and available for my child(ren) aged 12-17, I will get them vaccinated.
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX3
If... CHILDREN2 = 2
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 5-11 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
No: 3
CHILD_VAX4
If... CHILDREN2 = 2 and CHILD_VAX3 = 1
You have indicated that your child(ren) aged 5-11 already received one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Will they get the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, they will get a second dose at the 8 week interval: 1
Yes, I will get them a second dose earlier than the 8 week interval: 2
No, they will not get a second dose: 3
Don't know: 98
CHILD_VAX5
If... CHILDREN2 = 2 and CHILD_VAX3 = 3
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: Now that a COVID-19 vaccine is recommended and available for my child(ren) aged 5-11, I will get them vaccinated.
Yes, I would get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I would eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but would want to wait a bit: 2
No, I would not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX6
If... CHILDREN2 = 1
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: If a COVID-19 vaccine is recommended and available for my child/children aged 4 and under, I would get them vaccinated.
Yes, I would get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I would eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but would want to wait a bit: 2
No, I would not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX7
If... (CHILD_VAX = 4 and CHILD_VAX2 = 3,98) or (CHILD_VAX3 = 3 and CHILD_VAX5 = 3,98) or (CHILD_VAX6 = 3,98)
In a few words please explain why you are unsure or against getting a vaccine for some or all of your children.
77: 77
CHILD_VAX8
If... CHILDREN = 1
How worried are you about your child(ren) contracting COVID-19?
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
SECTB
The following section asks about your trust in news and information sources.
PRETRUST_INFO
To what extent do you trust or distrust the following sources for information on COVID-19?
TRUST_INFOA
Television news
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOB
Radio, podcasts and other broadcasts
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOC
Newspapers and other journalism
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOD
Canadian Government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOE
Provincial/Territorial government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOF
International health authorities (e.g. World Health Organization)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOG
Healthcare workers (e.g. doctors, nurses)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOH
Scientific experts
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOI
Social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOJ
Celebrities
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOK
Online search engines or other websites (e.g. Google)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOL
Friends and family
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOM
Work/school colleagues
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
SECTC
This section asks about your knowledge and opinions on the COVID-19 virus.
PREMIDI_ACCURACY
To the best of your knowledge, how accurate are the claims in each of the following news headlines?
MIDI_ACCURACYA
The fatality rate of COVID-19 has been deliberately and greatly exaggerated in the media
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYB
New vaccine technologies for COVID-19 build immunity by altering your DNA
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYC
The COVID-19 vaccine causes infertility
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYD
To rush COVID-19 vaccines to the market, pharmaceutical companies took shortcuts that compromise the safety of the vaccines
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYE
People should not be getting a COVID-19 vaccine because it is better to have natural immunity against the virus than artificial immunity
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYF
The prolonged use of masks can cause CO2 intoxication and oxygen deficiency
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYG
COVID-19 vaccines are resulting in new variants of the virus
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYH
There is scientific consensus that masks can help prevent the spread of COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYI
COVID-19 spreads most commonly through airborne transmission - small respiratory droplets that linger in the air
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYJ
Vitamin and mineral supplements cannot cure COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYK
Children can become seriously ill from COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYL
Scientists have been studying pandemic coronaviruses and vaccines to protect against them for over a decade
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYM
Improving air ventilation (like opening windows or using HEPA filters) reduces the likelihood of spreading COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYN
Vaccinated people who get COVID-19 are less likely to end up in hospital than are unvaccinated people who get COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
PREMIDI_SHARE
If you were to see the following news stories online (for example, through Facebook or Twitter), how likely would you be to share them?
MIDI_SHAREA
The fatality rate of COVID-19 has been deliberately and greatly exaggerated in the media
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREB
New vaccine technologies for COVID-19 build immunity by altering your DNA
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREC
The COVID-19 vaccine causes infertility
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHARED
To rush COVID-19 vaccines to the market, pharmaceutical companies took shortcuts that compromise the safety of the vaccines
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREE
People should not be getting a COVID-19 vaccine because it is better to have natural immunity against the virus than artificial immunity
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREF
The prolonged use of masks can cause CO2 intoxication and oxygen deficiency
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREG
COVID-19 vaccines are resulting in new variants of the virus
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREH
There is scientific consensus that masks can help prevent the spread of COVID-19
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREI
COVID-19 spreads most commonly through airborne transmission - small respiratory droplets that linger in the air
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREJ
Vitamin and mineral supplements cannot cure COVID-19
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREK
Children can become seriously ill from COVID-19
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREL
Scientists have been studying pandemic coronaviruses and vaccines to protect against them for over a decade
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREM
Improving air ventilation (like opening windows or using HEPA filters) reduces the likelihood of spreading COVID-19
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREN
Vaccinated people who get COVID-19 are less likely to end up in hospital than are unvaccinated people who get COVID-19
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
SOCIAL_MEDIA [1,7]
Which of the following social media platforms do you use regularly (i.e. once every few days, or more).
Please click all that apply
Facebook: 1
Twitter: 2
Instagram: 3
TikTok: 4
Reddit: 5
YouTube: 6
WeChat: 7
None of the above 97 X
QALGO_1
How do you believe decisions are made about what stories are shown to people on Facebook and other social media sites?
At random: 1
By editors and journalists that work for news outlets: 2
By computer analysis of what stories you've interacted with in the past: 3
By editors and journalists that work for Facebook: 4
I don't know: 5
PREQAOTE
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statements.
QAOTEA
It is important to be loyal to your beliefs even when evidence is brought to bear against them.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEB
Whether something feels true is more important than evidence.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEC
Just because evidence conflicts with my current beliefs does not mean my beliefs are wrong.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTED
There may be evidence that goes against what you believe but that does not mean you have to change your beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEE
Even if there is concrete evidence against what you believe to be true, it is OK to maintain cherished beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEF
Regardless of the topic, what you believe to be true is more important than evidence against your beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
SECTD
The following section asks about how the pandemic has affected your wellbeing and mental health.
LIFE_SATISFACTION
All things considered, how satisfied are you with your life as a whole?
Completely dissatisfied: 1
Mostly dissatisfied: 2
Somewhat dissatisfied: 3
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied: 4
Somewhat satisfied: 5
Mostly satisfied: 6
Completely satisfied: 7
MENTAL_HEALTH
Since the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020, my overall mental health has:
Declined: 1
Stayed the same: 2
Improved: 3
PREMOOD
In the past two weeks, how often have you...
MOODA
Felt hopeful about the future
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
MOODB
Had trouble sleeping
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
MOODC
Felt anxious, nervous or on edge
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
MOODD
Felt lonely
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
MOODE
Felt depressed
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
MOODF
Felt burnt out
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
SECTE
The following section asks about your outlook about the pandemic and the future.
OUTLOOK
Thinking of the COVID-19 pandemic, do you think...
The worst of the crisis is behind us: 1
We are currently experiencing the worst of the crisis: 2
The worst of the crisis is yet to come: 3
Don't know: 98
I don't consider the COVID-19 pandemic to be a crisis: 4
OUTLOOK1
When do you expect that day-to-day life in Canada will resemble pre-pandemic times?
Day-to-day life already resembles pre-pandemic times: 1
Within one to two months: 2
Within three to six months: 3
Longer than six months: 4
Never: 5
Don't know: 98
PREOUTLOOK2
At the moment, how much do you worry about:
OUTLOOK2A
The impact of COVID-19 on the economy
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2B
Inflation or cost-of-living increases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2C
The possibility of being unemployed
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2D
The pandemic's impact on the mental health of Canadians
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2E
Not having enough money to pay for essential items
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2F
Supply chain disruptions
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2G
The emergence of another wave of COVID-19 cases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2H
The emergence of a new variant of the COVID-19 virus
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2I
The pandemic's long-term effects on children's development
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2J
The health system being overloaded
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
PRETHREAT_SCALE
In your opinion, how much of a threat, if any, is the COVID-19 outbreak for...
THREAT_SCALEA
Your personal health
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEB
The health of the Canadian population as a whole
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEC
Your personal financial safety
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALED
The Canadian economy
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEE
Day-to-day life in your local community
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEF
The rights and freedoms of the Canadian population as a whole
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEG
What it means to be Canadian
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEH
Canadian values and traditions
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEI
Canadian democracy
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEJ
The maintenance of law and order in Canada
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
SECTG
The following section asks questions related to your proximity to and experiences with COVID-19.
INFECTION
Are you or have you been infected with COVID-19?
Yes confirmed by a PCR test: 1
Yes confirmed by a rapid test: 2
No: 3
I think so, but I didn't get tested: 4
Unsure: 5
Thank You
Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey! We hope that you will participate in our next survey. Some of the questions in this study presented statements that are false. The current evidence suggests that:
The fatality rate of COVID-19 has NOT been exaggerated in the media
New vaccine technologies for COVID-19 do NOT alter your DNA
The COVID-19 vaccine does NOT cause infertility
Pharmaceutical companies did NOT take shortcuts that compromise the safety of the COVID-19 vaccines
It is NOT better to have natural immunity against the virus than artificial immunity
The prolonged use of masks CANNOT cause CO2 intoxication and oxygen deficiency
COVID-19 vaccines are NOT resulting in new variants of the virus
The present study deals with topics that you might have found distressing. If you found participation distressing, we want to encourage you to consider free mental health services including the following: Crisis Services Canada and other resources:
Unfortunately, based on your responses you are ineligible to participate in this survey. Thank you for your time!
Wave 2
Online Introduction
In partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), the Government of Canada is conducting a research study on the impact of COVID-19. Ekos has been hired to administer this survey. Si vous préférez répondre au sondage en français, veuillez cliquer sur français. The survey takes about 20 minutes to complete and is voluntary and completely confidential.
Your responses will be identified by a subject number and the researchers will not know your identity or your personal information. To view Ekos' privacy policy, click here.
The purpose of this study is to improve actions taken by the government in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Your answers will be used for research purposes and to help improve the COVID-19 outbreak response. Please complete the survey in one sitting.
Further information about this study:
We are planning to release updated versions of this survey throughout 2022, this is survey one. There are seven more surveys to come.
Your data will be treated in accordance with the provisions of the Government of Canada Privacy Policy.
Your participation in the study is voluntary and your responses will be kept entirely confidential. You may terminate the survey at any time and without giving reasons.
All willing respondents will be asked to complete updated versions of this survey seven more times over the next year because your continued participation allows us to track opinions and behaviours about COVID-19 among the same cohort of individuals as they evolve over time. We greatly appreciate repeat participation.
I agree to participate in this study and understand that all my answers will only be used for scientific purposes.
I agree to the processing of my personal data in accordance with the information provided here.
I am aware that the data will be published in anonymous form to promote transparency in science.
I agree to participate: 1
No, I don't want to participate: 2 - THNK2
DEMO
Thank you for deciding to participate in this study. First, please provide us with some information about yourself.
QAGE
In what year were you born?
Enter year: 7777
I prefer not to answer: 9999
QAGE1
If... QAGE = 99: 99
In which of the following age categories do you belong?
Under 18: 98 - THNK2
18 to 24: 1
25 to 34: 2
35 to 44: 3
45 to 54: 4
55 to 64: 5
65 to 74: 6
75 and older: 7
GENDER
What best describes your gender? Refers to current gender which may be different from sex assigned at birth and may be different from what is indicated on legal documents.
Male: 1
Female: 2
Other 3 B
Prefer not to say: 4 B
SEX
What was your sex at birth? Sex refers to sex assigned at birth.
Male: 1
Female: 2
PROVINCE
In which province or territory do you live?
Select one only
Alberta: 2
British Columbia: 1
Manitoba: 4
New Brunswick: 7
Newfoundland and Labrador: 10
Northwest Territories: 12
Nova Scotia: 8
Nunavut: 13
Ontario: 5
Prince Edward Island: 9
Quebec: 6
Saskatchewan: 3
Yukon: 11
EDUCATION
What is the highest level of formal education that you have completed?
Select one only
Elementary school or less: 1
Some high school: 2
High school diploma or equivalent: 3
Registered Apprenticeship or other trades certificate or diploma: 4
Partial college/university education: 5
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma: 6
University certificate or diploma below bachelor's level: 7
Bachelor's degree: 8
Postgraduate degree above bachelor's level: 9
QLANGUAGE
Which language do you speak most often at home?
English: 1
French: 2
Other (please specify): 77
HEALTH_WORKER
Are you a health care provider (i.e., nurse, medical doctor, paramedic, first responder, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, etc.)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
SERVICE_INDUSTRY
Do you work in the service industry (i.e., tourism, food and beverage, hospitality, etc.)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
ILLNESS
Do you have a serious, long-term illness, like diabetes, emphysema, or high blood pressure?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
DISABILITY
Do you identify as a person with a disability? A person with a disability is a person who has a long-term or recurring impairment (such as vision, hearing, mobility, flexibility, dexterity, pain, learning, developmental, memory or mental health-related) which limits their daily activities inside or outside the home (such as at school, work, or in the community in general).
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to say: 99
URBAN
Which of the following best describes the place where you live now?
A large city: 1
A suburb near a large city: 2
A small city or town: 3
A rural area: 4
CHILDREN
Do you have children under 18 years of age?
Yes: 1
No: 2
CHILDREN1
If... CHILDREN = 1
How many children under 18 years of age do you have?
77: 77
CHILDREN2 [1,3]
If... CHILDREN = 1
What are the ages of your children?
Select all that apply.
4 years old or under: 1
5 to 11 years old: 2
12 to 17 years old: 3
EMPLOYMENT
Which of the following categories best describes your current employment status?
Please select one only.
Working full-time (30 or more hours per week): 1
Working part-time (less than 30 hours per week): 2
Full-time self-employed: 3
Part-time self-employed: 4
Unemployed: 5
A student: 6
Retired: 7
Full-time homemaker: 8
Other: 9
CITIZENSHIP
Where were you born?
Born in Canada: 1
Born outside Canada: 2
IMMIGRATION
If... CITIZENSHIP = 2
In what year did you first move to Canada?
Enter year: 7777 >
I prefer not to answer: 9999
ETHNICITY [1,13]
You may belong to one or more racial or cultural groups on the following list.
Select all that apply.
White: 1
South Asian (e.g., East Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, etc.): 3
Chinese: 2
Black: 4
Filipino: 5
Latin American: 6
Arab: 7
Southeast Asian (e.g., Vietnamese, Cambodian, Malaysian, Thai, Laotian, etc.): 8
West Asian (e.g., Iranian, Afghan, etc.): 9
Korean: 10
Japanese: 11
Aboriginal person (First Nations, Métis or Inuk (Inuit)): 12
Other (Please specify): 77
Prefer not to say: 99 X
INCOME
Which of the following categories best describes your total household income. That is, the total income of all persons in your household combined, before taxes?
Under $20,000: 1
$20,000 to just under $40,000: 2
$40,000 to just under $60,000: 3
$60,000 to just under $80,000: 4
$80,000 to just under $100,000: 5
$100,000 to just under $150,000: 6
$150,000 to just under $200,000: 7
$200,000 to just under $250,000: 8
$250,000 and above: 9
Prefer not to say: 99
Don't know: 98
HOUSEHOLD
How many people, including yourself, are supported by your total household income?
77: 77
SEX_ORIENTATION
What best describes your sexual orientation?
Heterosexual: 1
Gay and/or lesbian: 2
Bisexual: 3
Other: 4
Prefer not to answer: 99
Don't know: 98
PREG
If... SEX = 2
Are you currently pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or have you given birth within the last six months?
I am currently pregnant: 1
I'm currently planning and/or trying to become pregnant (i.e. within the next 6 months): 2
I gave birth within the last six months: 3
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to answer: 99
None of the above: 97
SECTA
The following section asks about certain public health measures as well as your experiences with COVID-19 vaccination.
FLU_SHOT
Did you get a flu shot this season (fall 2021 or winter 2022)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
PRETEST
In the past four weeks, have you...
TESTA
Been tested for COVID-19 (for example, at an assessment centre, using a rapid test, at a pharmacy)
Yes: 1
No: 2
RAPID_TEST
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: If at-home, rapid COVID-19 tests were available to me, I would use them.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
PREPREV_BEHAVIOURS
In the past month, how often have you used the following measures to avoid getting COVID-19 or to prevent the spread of COVID-19?
PREV_BEHAVIOURSA
Wearing a face mask when it is mandatory (e.g. in stores)
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSB
Wearing a face mask when it is not mandatory
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSC
Choosing to meet with others outdoors instead of indoors
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSD
Taking steps to improve indoor air quality (e.g. opening windows, using a HEPA filter)
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSE
Physical distancing (i.e. staying at least 2 meters from others)
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSF
Frequent hand washing or sanitizing
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSG
Staying home when you are sick
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSH
Avoiding public places and events
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSI
Quarantine (i.e. not leaving your home)
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREBEHAVIOURS
In the past two weeks, have you...
BEHAVIOURSA
Visited indoors with friends and family that are not part of your household
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSB
Sat inside a bar or restaurant
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSC
Travelled to another province or territory
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSD
Travelled to another country
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSE
Worked or gone to school in an indoor setting (e.g., office, store, classroom)
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSF
Gone to the gym or an exercise class
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSG
Attended an indoor sporting event and/or concert
Yes: 1
No: 2
PREFATIGUE1
In the future, if the following public health measures had to be reintroduced to prevent a widespread outbreak, would you support them?
FATIGUE1A
Gathering limits
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1B
Stay-at-home orders
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1C
Closing of businesses
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1D
Travel restrictions/border closures
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1E
Avoiding indoor gatherings with people outside of your household
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1F
School or daycare closures
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
PREMASK
In the past month, how often have you...
MASKA
Worn a high quality medical mask (i.e., N95, KN95 or equivalent) in indoor public settings
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
MASKB
Worn a cloth mask in indoor public settings
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
MASKC
Worn a surgical mask in indoor public settings
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
VAX_STATUS
Have you received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes - one dose: 1
Yes - two doses: 2
Yes - three doses: 3
Yes - four doses: 4
No: 5
PREVAX_EXPERIENCES
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4
Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with the following statements:
VAX_EXPERIENCESA
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4
I feel more comfortable going out in public (e.g., to stores, eating in restaurants) since getting the vaccine
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
VAX_EXPERIENCESB
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4
I feel concerned that I might develop long-term side effects from the vaccine
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
VAX_EXPERIENCESC
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4
I think it is important to continue to get tested if I have any symptoms of COVID-19
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
VAX_EXPERIENCESD
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4
I feel comfortable interacting indoors with people from outside my household without wearing a mask
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
VAX_EXPERIENCESE
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4
I think limiting my own international travel is important even if I am vaccinated
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
VAX_EXPERIENCESF
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4
I feel safer from severe disease outcomes such as hospitalizations or death
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
BOOSTER
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3
If a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine was available and recommended for you, how likely would you be to get it?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
BOOSTER1
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3
To what extent would you be comfortable receiving a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose that was a different brand than the doses you had previously received?
Very uncomfortable: 1
Uncomfortable: 2
Neither comfortable nor uncomfortable: 3
Comfortable: 4
Very comfortable: 5
BOOSTER2
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3 and BOOSTER = 1,2,: 3
In a few words, please explain your main reasons for feeling against or unsure about receiving a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine.
77: 77
VAX_INTENT
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
Will you get a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, I will get vaccinated as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will get vaccinated but want to wait: 2
Not sure/I'm still deciding: 3
No, I will not get vaccinated: 4
PASSPORT
Some provinces and territories have implemented proof-of-vaccination requirements. In your opinion, how much longer do you think these requirements should be in place?
They should end now: 1
They should continue for a few additional weeks (1 to 3 weeks): 2
They should continue for a few additional months (1 to 6 months): 3
They should be extended for several additional months (more than 6 months): 4
These requirements should be in place until the pandemic is declared over by public health officials: 5
These requirements should be permanent: 6
Don't know: 98
SOCIAL_CIRCLE
Are most of your close friends or family members vaccinated against COVID-19?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
ROUTINE_VAX
Have you ever decided not to get a routine vaccine or delayed getting a routine vaccine (e.g. tetanus, shingles, pneumonia) for reasons other than illness or allergy?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
CHILD_VAX
If... CHILDREN2 = 3
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 12-17 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
Yes, three doses: 3
No: 4
CHILD_VAX1
If... CHILDREN2 = 3 and CHILD_VAX = 1
You have indicated that your child(ren) aged 12-17 have already received one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Do you expect that they will get the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, they will get a second dose: 1
No, they will not get a second dose: 2
Don't know: 98
CHILD_VAX2
If... CHILDREN2 = 3 and CHILD_VAX = 4
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: Now that a COVID-19 vaccine is recommended and available for my child(ren) aged 12-17, I will get them vaccinated.
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX3
If... CHILDREN2 = 2
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 5-11 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
No: 3
CHILD_VAX4
If... CHILDREN2 = 2 and CHILD_VAX3 = 1
You have indicated that your child(ren) aged 5-11 already received one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Will they get the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, they will get a second dose at the 8 week interval: 1
Yes, I will get them a second dose earlier than the 8 week interval: 2
No, they will not get a second dose: 3
Don't know: 98
CHILD_VAX5
If... CHILDREN2 = 2 and CHILD_VAX3 = 3
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: Now that a COVID-19 vaccine is recommended and available for my child(ren) aged 5-11, I will get them vaccinated.
Yes, I would get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I would eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but would want to wait a bit: 2
No, I would not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX6
If... CHILDREN2 = 1
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: If a COVID-19 vaccine is recommended and available for my child/children aged 4 and under, I would get them vaccinated.
Yes, I would get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I would eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but would want to wait a bit: 2
No, I would not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX7
If... (CHILD_VAX = 4 and CHILD_VAX2 = 3,98) or (CHILD_VAX3 = 3 and CHILD_VAX5 = 3,98) or (CHILD_VAX6 = 3,98)
In a few words please explain why you are unsure or against getting a vaccine for some or all of your children.
77: 77
CHILD_VAX8
If... CHILDREN = 1
How worried are you about your child(ren) contracting COVID-19?
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
SECTB
The following section asks about your trust in news and information sources.
PRETRUST_INFO
To what extent do you trust or distrust the following sources for information on COVID-19?
TRUST_INFOA
Television news
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOB
Radio, podcasts and other broadcasts
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOC
Newspapers and other journalism
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOD
Canadian Government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOE
Provincial/Territorial government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOF
International health authorities (e.g. World Health Organization)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOG
Healthcare workers (e.g. doctors, nurses)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOH
Scientific experts
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOI
Social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOJ
Celebrities
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOK
Online search engines or other websites (e.g. Google)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOL
Friends and family
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOM
Work/school colleagues
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
SECTC
This section asks about your knowledge and opinions on the COVID-19 virus.
PREMIDI_ACCURACY
To the best of your knowledge, how accurate are the claims in each of the following news headlines?
MIDI_ACCURACYA
The fatality rate of COVID-19 has been deliberately and greatly exaggerated in the media
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYB
New vaccine technologies for COVID-19 build immunity by altering your DNA
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYC
The COVID-19 vaccine causes infertility
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYD
To rush COVID-19 vaccines to the market, pharmaceutical companies took shortcuts that compromise the safety of the vaccines
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYE
People should not be getting a COVID-19 vaccine because it is better to have natural immunity against the virus than artificial immunity
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYF
The prolonged use of masks can cause CO2 intoxication and oxygen deficiency
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYG
COVID-19 vaccines are resulting in new variants of the virus
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYH
There is scientific consensus that masks can help prevent the spread of COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYI
COVID-19 spreads most commonly through airborne transmission - small respiratory droplets that linger in the air
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYJ
Vitamin and mineral supplements cannot cure COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYK
Children can become seriously ill from COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYL
Scientists have been studying pandemic coronaviruses and vaccines to protect against them for over a decade
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYM
Improving air ventilation (like opening windows or using HEPA filters) reduces the likelihood of spreading COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYN
Vaccinated people who get COVID-19 are less likely to end up in hospital than are unvaccinated people who get COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
PREMIDI_SHARE
If you were to see the following news stories online (for example, through Facebook or Twitter), how likely would you be to share them?
MIDI_SHAREA
The fatality rate of COVID-19 has been deliberately and greatly exaggerated in the media
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREB
New vaccine technologies for COVID-19 build immunity by altering your DNA
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREC
The COVID-19 vaccine causes infertility
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHARED
To rush COVID-19 vaccines to the market, pharmaceutical companies took shortcuts that compromise the safety of the vaccines
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREE
People should not be getting a COVID-19 vaccine because it is better to have natural immunity against the virus than artificial immunity
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREF
The prolonged use of masks can cause CO2 intoxication and oxygen deficiency
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREG
COVID-19 vaccines are resulting in new variants of the virus
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREH
There is scientific consensus that masks can help prevent the spread of COVID-19
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREI
COVID-19 spreads most commonly through airborne transmission - small respiratory droplets that linger in the air
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREJ
Vitamin and mineral supplements cannot cure COVID-19
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREK
Children can become seriously ill from COVID-19
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREL
Scientists have been studying pandemic coronaviruses and vaccines to protect against them for over a decade
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREM
Improving air ventilation (like opening windows or using HEPA filters) reduces the likelihood of spreading COVID-19
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
MIDI_SHAREN
Vaccinated people who get COVID-19 are less likely to end up in hospital than are unvaccinated people who get COVID-19
Extremely unlikely: 1
Moderately unlikely: 2
Slightly unlikely: 3
Slightly likely: 4
Moderately likely: 5
Extremely likely: 6
SOCIAL_MEDIA [1,7]
Which of the following social media platforms do you use regularly (i.e. once every few days, or more).
Please click all that apply
Facebook: 1
Twitter: 2
Instagram: 3
TikTok: 4
Reddit: 5
YouTube: 6
WeChat: 7
None of the above 97 X
QALGO_1
How do you believe decisions are made about what stories are shown to people on Facebook and other social media sites?
At random: 1
By editors and journalists that work for news outlets: 2
By computer analysis of what stories you've interacted with in the past: 3
By editors and journalists that work for Facebook: 4
I don't know: 5
PREQAOTE
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statements.
QAOTEA
It is important to be loyal to your beliefs even when evidence is brought to bear against them.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEB
Whether something feels true is more important than evidence.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEC
Just because evidence conflicts with my current beliefs does not mean my beliefs are wrong.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTED
There may be evidence that goes against what you believe but that does not mean you have to change your beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEE
Even if there is concrete evidence against what you believe to be true, it is OK to maintain cherished beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEF
Regardless of the topic, what you believe to be true is more important than evidence against your beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
SECTD
The following section asks about how the pandemic has affected your wellbeing and mental health.
LIFE_SATISFACTION
All things considered, how satisfied are you with your life as a whole?
Completely dissatisfied: 1
Mostly dissatisfied: 2
Somewhat dissatisfied: 3
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied: 4
Somewhat satisfied: 5
Mostly satisfied: 6
Completely satisfied: 7
MENTAL_HEALTH
Since the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020, my overall mental health has:
Declined: 1
Stayed the same: 2
Improved: 3
PREMOOD
In the past two weeks, how often have you...
MOODA
Felt hopeful about the future
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
MOODB
Had trouble sleeping
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
MOODC
Felt anxious, nervous or on edge
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
MOODD
Felt lonely
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
MOODE
Felt depressed
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
MOODF
Felt burnt out
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
SECTE
The following section asks about your outlook about the pandemic and the future.
OUTLOOK
Thinking of the COVID-19 pandemic, do you think...
The worst of the crisis is behind us: 1
We are currently experiencing the worst of the crisis: 2
The worst of the crisis is yet to come: 3
Don't know: 98
I don't consider the COVID-19 pandemic to be a crisis: 4
OUTLOOK1
When do you expect that day-to-day life in Canada will resemble pre-pandemic times?
Day-to-day life already resembles pre-pandemic times: 1
Within one to two months: 2
Within three to six months: 3
Longer than six months: 4
Never: 5
Don't know: 98
PREOUTLOOK2
At the moment, how much do you worry about:
OUTLOOK2A
The impact of COVID-19 on the economy
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2B
Inflation or cost-of-living increases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2C
The possibility of being unemployed
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2D
The pandemic's impact on the mental health of Canadians
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2E
Not having enough money to pay for essential items
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2F
Supply chain disruptions
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2G
The emergence of another wave of COVID-19 cases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2H
The emergence of a new variant of the COVID-19 virus
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2I
The pandemic's long-term effects on children's development
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2J
The health system being overloaded
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Moderately worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
PRETHREAT_SCALE
In your opinion, how much of a threat, if any, is the COVID-19 outbreak for...
THREAT_SCALEA
Your personal health
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEB
The health of the Canadian population as a whole
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEC
Your personal financial safety
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALED
The Canadian economy
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEE
Day-to-day life in your local community
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEF
The rights and freedoms of the Canadian population as a whole
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEG
What it means to be Canadian
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEH
Canadian values and traditions
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEI
Canadian democracy
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEJ
The maintenance of law and order in Canada
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
SECTG
The following section asks questions related to your proximity to and experiences with COVID-19.
INFECTION
Are you or have you been infected with COVID-19?
Yes confirmed by a PCR test: 1
Yes confirmed by a rapid test: 2
No: 3
I think so, but I didn't get tested: 4
Unsure: 5
Thank You
Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey! We hope that you will participate in our next survey. Some of the questions in this study presented statements that are false. The current evidence suggests that:
The fatality rate of COVID-19 has NOT been exaggerated in the media
New vaccine technologies for COVID-19 do NOT alter your DNA
The COVID-19 vaccine does NOT cause infertility
Pharmaceutical companies did NOT take shortcuts that compromise the safety of the COVID-19 vaccines
It is NOT better to have natural immunity against the virus than artificial immunity
The prolonged use of masks CANNOT cause CO2 intoxication and oxygen deficiency
COVID-19 vaccines are NOT resulting in new variants of the virus
The present study deals with topics that you might have found distressing. If you found participation distressing, we want to encourage you to consider free mental health services including the following: Crisis Services Canada and other resources:
Unfortunately, based on your responses you are ineligible to participate in this survey. Thank you for your time!
Wave 3
Online Introduction
In partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), the Government of Canada is conducting a research study on the impact of COVID-19. Ekos has been hired to administer this survey. Si vous préférez répondre au sondage en français, veuillez cliquer sur français. The survey takes about 20 minutes to complete and is voluntary and completely confidential.
Your responses will be identified by a subject number and the researchers will not know your identity or your personal information. Review Ekos' privacy policy here.
The purpose of this study is to improve actions taken by the government in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Your answers will be used for research purposes and to help improve the COVID-19 outbreak response. Please complete the survey in one sitting.
Further information about this study:
We are planning to release updated versions of this survey throughout 2022, this is survey three. There are five more surveys to come.
Your data will be treated in accordance with the provisions of the Government of Canada Privacy Policy.
Your participation in the study is voluntary and your responses will be kept entirely confidential.
You may stop the survey at any time and without giving reasons.
All willing respondents will be asked to complete updated versions of this survey five more times over the next year because your continued participation allows us to track opinions and behaviours about COVID-19 among the same cohort of individuals as they evolve over time. We greatly appreciate repeat participation.
I agree to participate in the study and understand that my answers will be used to advance knowledge about how Canadians are experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic, which may inform future actions taken by the government and help contribute to science.
I agree to the processing of my personal data in accordance with the information provided here.
I am aware that the data will be published in anonymous form to promote transparency in research.
I agree to participate: 1
No, I don't want to participate: 2 - THNK2
DEMO
Thank you for deciding to participate in this study. First, please provide us with some information about yourself.
QAGE
In what year were you born?
Enter year: 7777
I prefer not to answer: 9999
QAGE1
If... QAGE = 9999
In which of the following age categories do you belong?
Under 18: 98 - THNK2
18 to 24: 1
25 to 34: 2
35 to 44: 3
45 to 54: 4
55 to 64: 5
65 to 74: 6
75 and older: 7
GENDER
What best describes your gender? Refers to current gender which may be different from sex assigned at birth and may be different from what is indicated on your legal documents.
Man: 1
Woman: 2
Non-binary: 5 B
I use a different term: 6 B
Prefer not to say: 4 B
SEX
What sex were you assigned at birth on your original birth certificate?
Male: 1
Female: 2
PROVINCE
In which province or territory do you live?
Select one only
Alberta: 2
British Columbia: 1
Manitoba: 4
New Brunswick: 7
Newfoundland and Labrador: 10
Northwest Territories: 12
Nova Scotia: 8
Nunavut: 13
Ontario: 5
Prince Edward Island: 9
Quebec: 6
Saskatchewan: 3
Yukon: 11
EDUCATION
If... New respondent
What is the highest level of formal education that you have completed?
Select one only
Elementary school or less: 1
Some high school: 2
High school diploma or equivalent: 3
Registered Apprenticeship or other trades certificate or diploma: 4
Partial college/university education: 5
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma: 6
University certificate or diploma below bachelor's level: 7
Bachelor's degree: 8
Postgraduate degree above bachelor's level: 9
QLANGUAGE
If... New respondent
Which language do you speak most often at home?
English: 1
French: 2
Other (please specify): 77
HEALTH_WORKER
If... New respondent
Are you a health care provider (i.e., nurse, medical doctor, paramedic, first responder, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, mental health worker, dentist, etc.)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
SERVICE_INDUSTRY
If... New respondent
Do you work in the service industry (i.e., tourism, food and beverage, hospitality, etc.)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
ILLNESS
If... New respondent
Do you have a serious, long-term illness, like diabetes, emphysema, or high blood pressure?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
DISABILITY
If... New respondent
Do you identify as a person with a disability? A person with a disability is a person who has a long-term or recurring impairment (such as vision, hearing, mobility, flexibility, dexterity, pain, learning, developmental, memory or mental health-related) which limits their daily activities inside or outside the home (such as at school, work, or in the community in general).
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to say: 99
URBAN
If... New respondent
Which of the following best describes the place where you live now?
A large city: 1
A suburb near a large city: 2
A small city or town: 3
A rural area: 4
CHILDREN
Do you have children under 18 years of age?
Yes: 1
No: 2
CHILDREN1
If... CHILDREN = 1
How many children under 18 years of age do you have?
77: 77
CHILDREN2 [1,3]
If... CHILDREN = 1
What are the ages of your children?
Select all that apply.
4 years old or under: 1
5 to 11 years old: 2
12 to 17 years old: 3
EMPLOYMENT
Which of the following categories best describes your current employment status?
Please select one only.
Working full-time (30 or more hours per week): 1
Working part-time (less than 30 hours per week): 2
Full-time self-employed: 3
Part-time self-employed: 4
Unemployed: 5
A student: 6
Retired: 7
Full-time homemaker: 8
Other: 9
CITIZENSHIP
If... New respondent
Where were you born?
Born in Canada: 1
Born outside Canada: 2
IMMIGRATION
If... CITIZENSHIP = 2
In what year did you first move to Canada?
Enter year: 7777
I prefer not to answer: 9999
ETHNICITY [1,13]
If... New respondent
You may belong to one or more racial or cultural groups on the following list.
Select all that apply.
White: 1
South Asian (e.g., East Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, etc.): 3
Chinese: 2
Black: 4
Filipino: 5
Latin American: 6
Arab: 7
Southeast Asian (e.g., Vietnamese, Cambodian, Malaysian, Thai, Laotian, etc.): 8
West Asian (e.g., Iranian, Afghan, etc.): 9
Korean: 10
Japanese: 11
Indigenous person (First Nations, Métis or Inuk (Inuit)): 12
Other (Please specify): 77
Prefer not to say 99: X
INCOME
If... New respondent
Which of the following categories best describes your total household income. That is, the total income of all persons in your household combined, before taxes?
Under $20,000: 1
$20,000 to just under $40,000: 2
$40,000 to just under $60,000: 3
$60,000 to just under $80,000: 4
$80,000 to just under $100,000: 5
$100,000 to just under $150,000: 6
$150,000 to just under $200,000: 7
$200,000 to just under $250,000: 8
$250,000 and above: 9
Prefer not to say: 99
Don't know: 98
HOUSEHOLD
If... New respondent
How many people, including yourself, are supported by your total household income?
77: 77
SEX_ORIENTATION
If... New respondent
What best describes your sexual orientation?
Heterosexual: 1
Gay and/or lesbian: 2
Bisexual: 3
Other: 4
Prefer not to answer: 99
Don't know: 98
PREG
If... SEX = 2
Are you currently pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or have you given birth within the last six months?
I am currently pregnant: 1
I'm currently planning and/or trying to become pregnant (i.e. within the next 6 months): 2
I gave birth within the last six months: 3
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to answer: 99
None of the above: 97
RELIGIOUS
If... New respondent
In your life, you would say religion is...
Not at all important: 1
Not very important: 2
Somewhat important: 3
Very important: 4
SECTA
The following section asks about certain public health measures as well as your experiences with COVID-19 vaccination.
INFECTION
Are you or have you been infected with COVID-19?
Yes - confirmed by a PCR test: 1
Yes - confirmed by a rapid test: 2
No: 3
I think so, but I didn't/couldn't get tested: 4
Unsure: 5
INFECTION2
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4
Were you infected with COVID-19 in the past four weeks?
Yes: 1
No: 2
PRETEST
In the past four weeks, have you...
TESTD
Been tested for COVID-19 using a PCR test
Yes: 1
No: 2
TESTE
Been tested for COVID-19 using a rapid test
Yes: 1
No: 2
TESTF
Tested someone else for COVID-19 using a rapid test (e.g., a child, a family member, etc.)
Yes: 1
No: 2
PRETEST1
If... TESTE = 1 or TESTF = 1
You've indicated that you have recently used a rapid test on yourself or someone else to detect COVID-19. Please state your level of agreement with the following statements:
TEST1A
If... TESTE = 1 or TESTF = 1
Rapid tests were easy to access
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
TEST1B
If... TESTE = 1 or TESTF = 1
Rapid tests were easy to use
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
TEST1C
If... TESTE = 1 or TESTF = 1
I'm confident that the results of the rapid test were accurate
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
RAPID_TEST1 [1,12]
In which of the following situations would you use an at-home, rapid COVID-19 test?
Select all that apply.
If I have symptoms of COVID-19: 1
If attending a large public gathering (e.g., concert, sporting event, movie theatre): 2
If attending a large private gathering (e.g., wedding, office party): 3
If visiting with family/friends: 4
If I went to work in person: 5
If travelling domestically: 6
If travelling internationally: 7
If I interact with vulnerable persons (e.g., elderly, children, people with pre-existing health conditions): 8
If I interact with an unvaccinated person: 9
If I came into contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19: 10
For my peace of mind: 11
Other, please specify 77 B
I would not use a rapid test in any of these situations 98 XB
ROTRAPIDTEST
Calculates a random value between 1 and: 2
1 – see RAPIDTEST_NEGATIVE: 1
2 – see RAPIDTEST_POSITIVE: 2
RAPIDTEST_NEGATIVE [1,7]
If... ROTRAPIDTEST = 1
If you took a rapid test while experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, and the results were negative, which of the following actions would you take?
Please select all that apply.
Self-isolate until your symptoms are gone: 1
Wear a mask when in public: 2
Minimize in-person interactions with other people until you feel better: 3
Take a sick day or work from home: 4
Keep taking rapid tests until you're feeling better: 5
Consult a public health authority or medical professional for advice: 6
Avoid domestic or international travel: 7
Not applicable, I would not take a rapid test 98 XB
RAPIDTEST_POSITIVE [1,7]
If... ROTRAPIDTEST = 2
If you took a rapid test while experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, and the results were positive, which of the following actions would you take?
Please select all that apply.
Self-isolate until your symptoms are gone: 1
Wear a mask when in public: 2
Minimize in-person interactions with other people until you feel better: 3
Take a sick day or work from home: 4
Keep taking rapid tests until you're feeling better: 5
Consult a public health authority or medical professional for advice: 6
Avoid domestic or international travel: 7
Not applicable, I would not take a rapid test 98 XB
RAPIDTEST1
How would you rate your ability to self-administer a COVID-19 rapid test at home?
Very poor: 1
Poor: 2
Fair: 3
Good: 4
Excellent: 5
Don't know: 99
PREPREV_BEHAVIOURS
In the past month, how often have you used the following measures to avoid getting COVID-19 or to prevent the spread of COVID-19?
PREV_BEHAVIOURSA
Wore a face mask when it was mandatory
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSB
Wore a face mask when it was not mandatory
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSC
Chose to meet with others outdoors instead of indoors
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSD
Took steps to improve indoor air quality (e.g. opened windows, used a HEPA filter)
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSE
Physical distancing (i.e. stayed at least 2 meters from others)
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSF
Frequent hand washing or sanitizing
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSG
Stayed home when you were sick
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSH
Avoided public places and events
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURS1 [1,5]
If... PREV_BEHAVIOURSD = 3,4,5
Which of the following steps have you taken to improve ventilation in indoor spaces?
Please select all that apply.
Opened windows or doors: 1
Used an air purifier (e.g., a HEPA filter): 2
Used fans vented to the outdoors (e.g,. bathroom exhaust fan, furnace fan set to on): 3
Used a high efficiency furnace filter (e.g., MERV-13): 4
Other (please specify): 77
MASK2
If... PREV_BEHAVIOURSA = 3,4,5 or PREV_BEHAVIOURSB = 3,4,5
Which of the following types of masks do you wear most often?
Choose one only
A respirator (i.e., N95, KN95 or equivalent): 1
A medical mask (i.e, procedural or surgical): 2
A non-medical mask (i.e. cloth): 3
PREBEHAVIOURS
In the past two weeks, have you...
BEHAVIOURSA
Visited indoors with friends and family that are not part of your household
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSB
Sat inside a bar or restaurant
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSC
Travelled to another province or territory
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSD
Travelled to another country
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSE
Worked or gone to school in an indoor setting (e.g., office, store, classroom)
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSF
Gone to the gym or an exercise class
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSG
Attended an indoor sporting event and/or concert
Yes: 1
No: 2
RISK_EVAL
How would you rate your ability to assess your personal risk of becoming infected with COVID-19 when engaging in or planning activities?
Very poor: 1
Poor: 2
Fair: 3
Good: 4
Excellent: 5
I do not assess my personal risk of becoming infected with COVID-19: 6
RISK_EVAL1 [1,10]
If... RISK_EVAL = 1,2,3,4,5
Which of the following factors do you consider when assessing your personal risk of being infected with COVID-19?
Please select all that apply.
Local COVID-19 situation (e.g., number of cases, positivity rate, wastewater data): 1
Your vaccination status: 2
The vaccination status of those you are associating with: 3
Your health status: 4
The health status of your household members: 5
The number of people you are associating with: 6
The physical space you are going to (e.g. indoors, outdoors, ventilation): 7
Your previous infection status: 8
What those around me (e.g., close friends, family) are doing: 9
Other (please specify): 77 B
PREFATIGUE1
In the future, if the following public health measures had to be implemented or reintroduced to prevent a widespread outbreak, would you support them?
FATIGUE1A
Gathering limits
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1B
Stay-at-home orders
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1C
Closing of businesses
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1D
Travel restrictions/border closures
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1E
Avoiding indoor gatherings with people outside of your household
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1F
School or daycare closures
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1G
A requirement to wear a mask in indoor public settings
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1H
Nightly curfews
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1I
Requirements to provide proof of 2 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine for certain activities
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1J
Requirements to provide proof of 3 or more doses of a COVID-19 vaccine for certain activities
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
VAX_STATUS
Have you received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes - one dose: 1
Yes - two doses: 2
Yes - three doses: 3
Yes - four doses: 4
Yes - five doses: 6
No: 5
BOOSTER
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3
If a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine was available and recommended for you, how likely would you be to get it?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
PREBOOSTER3
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
To what extent would each of the following hypothetical scenarios make you more or less likely to get a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
BOOSTER3A
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get the vaccine at a convenient location and time
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3B
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You received a financial reward upon receiving the vaccine
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3C
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You received paid time off work to get the vaccine
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3D
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You received paid sick time off work if you experienced side effects from the vaccine
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3E
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
Proof of a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose was required to engage in certain activities, such as travelling abroad or flying on a plane
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3F
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get a new formulation of vaccine that targets COVID-19 variants
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3G
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get a new, more effective vaccine that better prevents infection
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3H
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get a COVID-19 booster dose at the same time as your annual flu shot
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3I
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
A new, more severe variant of COVID-19 started spreading
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3J
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
The definition of "fully vaccinated" was changed to requiring at least [VAX_STATUS = 2]three[VAX_STATUS = 3]four doses
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREVAX_REQ
The federal government currently requires proof of two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine for certain travel within and outside of Canada (e.g., flights and certain travel by rail). Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with the following statements:
VAX_REQA
Proof of vaccination should no longer be required for domestic and international travel
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
VAX_REQB
Proof of 2 doses should continue to be required for domestic and international travel
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
VAX_REQC
Proof of 3 doses should now be required for domestic and international travel
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
VAX_INTENT2
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
Will you get a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure/still deciding: 3
ROTVACCINE
Calculates a random value between 1 and: 2
1 – See VACCINE_SAFE: 1
2 – See VACCINE_EFFECTIVE: 2
VACCINE_SAFE
If... ROTVACCINE = 1
Compared to one year ago, are you more confident or less confident that COVID-19 vaccines are safe?
A lot less confident: 1
Slightly less confident: 2
Neither more nor less confident: 3
Slightly more confident: 4
A lot more confident: 5
VACCINE_EFFECTIVE
If... ROTVACCINE = 2
Compared to one year ago, are you more confident or less confident that COVID-19 vaccines are effective?
A lot less confident: 1
Slightly less confident: 2
Neither more nor less confident: 3
Slightly more confident: 4
A lot more confident: 5
CHILD_VAX
If... CHILDREN2 = 3
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 12-17 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
Yes, three doses: 3
No: 4
CHILD_BOOSTER
If... CHILDREN2 = 3 and CHILD_VAX = 2
Thinking about your child(ren) aged 12-17, will they receive a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a third dose as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a third dose, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a third dose: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX3
If... CHILDREN2 = 2
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 5-11 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
Yes, three doses: 4
No: 3
CHILD_VAX5
If... CHILDREN2 = 2 and CHILD_VAX3 = 3
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: Now that a COVID-19 vaccine is recommended and available for my child(ren) aged 5-11, I will get them vaccinated.
Yes, I would get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I would eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but would want to wait a bit: 2
No, I would not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_BOOSTER2
If... CHILDREN2 = 2 and CHILD_VAX3 = 2
Thinking about your child(ren) aged 5-11, will they receive a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine if it is recommended?
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a third dose as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a third dose, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a third dose: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX6
If... CHILDREN2 = 1
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: If a COVID-19 vaccine is recommended and available for my child/children aged 4 and under, I would get them vaccinated.
Yes, I would get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I would eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but would want to wait a bit: 2
No, I would not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
PRECHILDVAX_SCENARIOS
If... CHILDREN = 1
To what extent would each of the following hypothetical scenarios make you more or less likely to get your child(ren) vaccinated?
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSA
If... CHILDREN = 1
They could be vaccinated at a convenient location and time
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 6
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSB
If... CHILDREN = 1
They could be vaccinated at their school or childcare centre
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 6
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSC
If... CHILDREN = 1
Proof of vaccination was required for them to engage in certain activities, such as travelling abroad or flying on a plane
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 6
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSD
If... CHILDREN = 1
Proof of vaccination was required for them to attend school or daycare
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 6
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSE
If... CHILDREN = 1
They could get a new formulation of vaccine that targets COVID-19 variants
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 6
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSF
If... CHILDREN = 1
They could get a new, more effective vaccine that better prevents infection
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 6
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSG
If... CHILDREN = 1
They could get a COVID-19 vaccine during the same visit as other routine vaccinations (e.g., flu vaccination or MMR vaccine)
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 6
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSH
If... CHILDREN = 1
A new, more severe variant of COVID-19 started spreading
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 6
CHILD_COVID
If... CHILDREN = 1
Have any of your children been infected with COVID-19?
Yes - confirmed by a PCR test: 1
Yes - confirmed by a rapid test: 2
I think so, but they didn't/couldn't get tested: 3
No: 4
Unsure: 5
CHILD_LONG
If... CHILD_COVID = 1,2,: 3
Has your child(ren) experienced long COVID symptoms? (i.e. symptoms lasting for weeks or months after a COVID-19 infection)
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure: 3
CHILD_VAX8
If... CHILDREN = 1
How worried are you about your child(ren) contracting COVID-19?
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
SECTB
The following section asks about your trust in news and information sources.
PRETRUST_INFO
To what extent do you trust or distrust the following sources for information on COVID-19?
TRUST_INFOA
Television news
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOB
Radio, podcasts and other broadcasts
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOC
Newspapers and other journalism
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOD
Canadian federal government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOE
Provincial/Territorial government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOF
International health authorities (e.g. World Health Organization)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOG
Healthcare workers (e.g. doctors, nurses)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOH
Scientific experts
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOI
Social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOJ
Celebrities
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOK
Online search engines (e.g. Google)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOL
Friends and family
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOM
Work/school colleagues
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
NEWS
How closely, if at all, have you been following news on COVID-19 over the past month?
Following it very closely: 1
Following it pretty closely: 2
Following it a little: 3
Not following it at all: 4
PRETRUST1
Please indicate your level of agreement or disagreement with the following statements about the Canadian federal government:
TRUST1A
They are competent enough to deal with COVID-19
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
TRUST1B
I feel that the way they make decisions about COVID-19 is fair
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
TRUST1C
They provide all relevant information about COVID-19 to the public
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
TRUST1D
They listen to what ordinary people think about COVID-19
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
PRECOHESION
Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with the following statements:
COHESIOND
Having a diverse population, with different ethnicities, cultures, etc., is a very good thing for the country
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Somewhat agree: 4
Agree: 5
Strongly agree: 6
COHESIONE
I respect our laws and ways of doing things
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Somewhat agree: 4
Agree: 5
Strongly agree: 6
COHESIONF
I trust government/our political system to do what is right
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Somewhat agree: 4
Agree: 5
Strongly agree: 6
VOTE
Do you generally vote in provincial and federal elections?
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
VOLUNTEER
How many times, if any, did you do volunteer work in your community in the past month?
Not at all: 1
One or two days: 2
A few days: 3
Almost every day/every day: 4
SECTC
This section asks about your knowledge and opinions on the COVID-19 virus.
PREMIDI_ACCURACY3
To the best of your knowledge, how accurate are the claims in each of the following statements?
MIDI_ACCURACY3A
Improving air ventilation can reduce the likelihood of becoming infected with COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY3B
COVID-19 vaccines reduce risk of serious illness, hospitalization, and death
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY3C
Both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals can become infected with COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY3D
Both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals can transmit COVID-19 to others
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY3E
COVID-19 mainly spreads via airborne transmission
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY3F
People can be infected with COVID-19 more than once
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY3G
People may be infectious before they start experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY3H
Evidence shows that COVID-19 vaccines are responsible for a spike in birth defects
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY3I
COVID-19 test swabs have been shown to cause cancer
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY3J
Long COVID is a fake condition
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY3K
COVID-19 vaccines are behind unexplained cases of hepatitis in children
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY3L
COVID-19 vaccines have led to thousands of miscarriages
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY3M
Cloth masks are as protective as medical grade masks like N95s and KN95s against COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY3N
There is little to no evidence that masks help reduce the spread of COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
PRESOCIAL_MEDIA
In the past month, how often did you use each of the following platforms?
SOCIAL_MEDIAA
Facebook
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAB
Twitter
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAC
Instagram
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAD
TikTok
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAE
Reddit
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAF
YouTube
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
PRECONS_MENT
If... New respondent
For each of the statements below, please use the scale (0%-100%) to indicate how likely it is that the statement is true. Remember that there are no "objectively" right or wrong answers. We are interested in your personal opinion.
CONS_MENTA
If... New respondent
I think that many very important things happen in the world, which the public is never informed about.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTB
If... New respondent
I think that politicians usually do not tell us the true motives for their decisions.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTC
If... New respondent
I think that government agencies closely monitor all citizens.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTD
If... New respondent
I think that events which superficially seem to lack a connection are often the result of secret activities.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTE
If... New respondent
I think that there are secret organizations that greatly influence political decisions.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
PREQAOTE
If... New respondent
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statements.
QAOTEA
If... New respondent
It is important to be loyal to your beliefs even when evidence is brought to bear against them.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEB
If... New respondent
Whether something feels true is more important than evidence.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEC
If... New respondent
Just because evidence conflicts with my current beliefs does not mean my beliefs are wrong.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTED
If... New respondent
There may be evidence that goes against what you believe but that does not mean you have to change your beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEE
If... New respondent
Even if there is concrete evidence against what you believe to be true, it is OK to maintain cherished beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEF
If... New respondent
Regardless of the topic, what you believe to be true is more important than evidence against your beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
FAKE_NEWS
How concerned are you about the spread of misinformation and disinformation online (i.e. news information about important topics that is verifiably false)?
Not at all concerned: 1
Slightly concerned: 2
Somewhat concerned: 3
Very concerned: 4
Extremely concerned: 5
SECTD
The following section asks about how the pandemic has affected your wellbeing and mental health.
LIFE_SATISFACTION
All things considered, how satisfied are you with your life as a whole?
Completely dissatisfied: 1
Mostly dissatisfied: 2
Somewhat dissatisfied: 3
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied: 4
Somewhat satisfied: 5
Mostly satisfied: 6
Completely satisfied: 7
MENTAL_HEALTH
Since the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020, has your overall mental health...?
Declined: 1
Stayed the same: 2
Improved: 3
PREMOOD
In the past two weeks, have you felt...
MOODC
Anxious or worried
Yes: 6
No: 7
Unsure: 8
MOODD
Lonely or isolated
Yes: 6
No: 7
Unsure: 8
MOODE
Sad or depressed
Yes: 6
No: 7
Unsure: 8
MOODF
Burnt out
Yes: 6
No: 7
Unsure: 8
MOODG
Stressed
Yes: 6
No: 7
Unsure: 8
MOODH
Angry
Yes: 6
No: 7
Unsure: 8
MOODI
Bored
Yes: 6
No: 7
Unsure: 8
MOODK
Excited
Yes: 6
No: 7
Unsure: 8
MOODL
Enthusiastic
Yes: 6
No: 7
Unsure: 8
MOODM
Hopeful
Yes: 6
No: 7
Unsure: 8
MOODN
Calm
Yes: 6
No: 7
Unsure: 8
MOODO
Inspired
Yes: 6
No: 7
Unsure: 8
MH_RESOURCES
Please state your level of agreement with the following statement: I am confident that I can access mental health services if needed.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
SECTE
The following section asks about your outlook about the pandemic and the future.
OUTLOOK
Thinking of the COVID-19 pandemic, do you think...
The worst of the crisis is behind us: 1
We are currently experiencing the worst of the crisis: 2
The worst of the crisis is yet to come: 3
Don't know: 98
I don't consider the COVID-19 pandemic to be a crisis: 4
OUTLOOK1
When do you expect that day-to-day life in Canada will resemble pre-pandemic times?
Day-to-day life already resembles pre-pandemic times: 1
Within one to two months: 2
Within three to six months: 3
Longer than six months: 4
Never: 5
Don't know: 98
PREOUTLOOK2
At the moment, how much do you worry about the following economic-related topics:
OUTLOOK2A
The impact of COVID-19 on the economy
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2B
Inflation or cost-of-living increases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
PREOUTLOOK3
At the moment, how much do you worry about the following health-related topics:
OUTLOOK3A
The pandemic's impact on the mental health of Canadians
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3B
The emergence of another wave of COVID-19 cases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3C
The emergence of a new variant of the COVID-19 virus
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3D
Lockdowns or other public health restrictions being reintroduced
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3E
The health system being overloaded
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3G
The effects of long COVID (i.e. people experiencing symptoms lasting for weeks or months after a COVID-19 infection)
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3H
Increasing divisiveness and/or conflict within society
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3I
The pandemic's long-term effects on children's development
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3J
Feeling judged for my personal decision to wear or not wear a mask in public settings
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
PRETHREAT_SCALE
If... New respondent
In your opinion, how much of a threat, if any, is COVID-19 for...
THREAT_SCALEA
If... New respondent
Your personal health
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEB
If... New respondent
The health of the Canadian population as a whole
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEC
If... New respondent
Your personal financial safety
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALED
If... New respondent
The Canadian economy
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEE
If... New respondent
Day-to-day life in your local community
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEF
If... New respondent
The rights and freedoms of the Canadian population as a whole
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEG
If... New respondent
What it means to be Canadian
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEH
If... New respondent
Canadian values and traditions
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEI
If... New respondent
Canadian democracy
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEJ
If... New respondent
The maintenance of law and order in Canada
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
Thank You
Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey. We hope that you will participate in our next survey.
The present study deals with topics related to the COVID-19 pandemic that you might have found distressing. If you found participation distressing, we want to encourage you to consider free mental health services including the following: Crisis Services Canada and other resources:
Unfortunately, based on your responses you are ineligible to participate in this survey. Thank you for your time!
Wave 4
Online Introduction
In partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), the Government of Canada is conducting a research study on the impact of COVID-19. Ekos has been hired to administer this survey. Si vous préférez répondre au sondage en français, veuillez cliquer sur français. The survey takes about 20 minutes to complete and is voluntary and completely confidential.
Your responses will be identified by a subject number and the researchers will not know your identity or your personal information. Review Ekos' privacy policy here.
The purpose of this study is to improve actions taken by the government in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Your answers will be used for research purposes and to help improve the COVID-19 outbreak response. Please complete the survey in one sitting.
Further information about this study:
We are planning to release updated versions of this survey throughout 2022, this is survey four. There are four more surveys to come.
Your data will be treated in accordance with the provisions of the Government of Canada Privacy Policy.
Your participation in the study is voluntary and your responses will be kept entirely confidential.
You may stop the survey at any time and without giving reasons.
All willing respondents will be asked to complete updated versions of this survey four more times over the next year because your continued participation allows us to track opinions and behaviours about COVID-19 among the same cohort of individuals as they evolve over time. We greatly appreciate repeat participation.
I agree to participate in the study and understand that my answers will be used to advance knowledge about how Canadians are experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic, which may inform future actions taken by the government and help contribute to science.
I agree to the processing of my personal data in accordance with the information provided here.
I am aware that the data will be published in anonymous form to promote transparency in research.
I agree to participate: 1
No, I don't want to participate 2 - THNK2
DEMO
Thank you for deciding to participate in this study. First, please provide us with some information about yourself.
QAGE
In what year were you born?
Enter year: 7777
I prefer not to answer: 9999
QAGE1
If... QAGE = 9999
In which of the following age categories do you belong?
Under 18: 98 - THNK2
18 to 24: 1
25 to 34: 2
35 to 44: 3
45 to 54: 4
55 to 64: 5
65 to 74: 6
75 and older: 7
GENDER
What best describes your gender? Refers to current gender which may be different from sex assigned at birth and may be different from what is indicated on your legal documents.
Man: 1
Woman: 2
Non-binary: 5 B
I use a different term: 6 B
Prefer not to say: 4 B
SEX
What sex were you assigned at birth on your original birth certificate?
Male: 1
Female: 2
PROVINCE
In which province or territory do you live?
Select one only
Alberta: 2
British Columbia: 1
Manitoba: 4
New Brunswick: 7
Newfoundland and Labrador: 10
Northwest Territories: 12
Nova Scotia: 8
Nunavut: 13
Ontario: 5
Prince Edward Island: 9
Quebec: 6
Saskatchewan: 3
Yukon: 11
EDUCATION
If... New respondent
What is the highest level of formal education that you have completed?
Select one only
Elementary school or less: 1
Some high school: 2
High school diploma or equivalent: 3
Registered Apprenticeship or other trades certificate or diploma: 4
Partial college/university education: 5
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma: 6
University certificate or diploma below bachelor's level: 7
Bachelor's degree: 8
Postgraduate degree above bachelor's level: 9
QLANGUAGE
If... New respondent
Which language do you speak most often at home?
English: 1
French: 2
Other (please specify): 77
HEALTH_WORKER
If... New respondent
Are you a health care provider (i.e., nurse, medical doctor, paramedic, first responder, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, mental health worker, dentist, etc.)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
SERVICE_INDUSTRY
If... New respondent
Do you work in the service industry (i.e., tourism, food and beverage, hospitality, etc.)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
ILLNESS
If... New respondent
Do you have a serious, long-term illness, like diabetes, emphysema, or high blood pressure?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
DISABILITY
If... New respondent
Do you identify as a person with a disability? A person with a disability is a person who has a long-term or recurring impairment (such as vision, hearing, mobility, flexibility, dexterity, pain, learning, developmental, memory or mental health-related) which limits their daily activities inside or outside the home (such as at school, work, or in the community in general).
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to say: 99
URBAN
If... New respondent
Which of the following best describes the place where you live now?
A large city: 1
A suburb near a large city: 2
A small city or town: 3
A rural area: 4
CHILDREN
Do you have children under 18 years of age?
Yes: 1
No: 2
CHILDREN1
If... CHILDREN = 1
How many children under 18 years of age do you have?
77: 77
CHILDREN2 [1,3]
If... CHILDREN = 1
What are the ages of your children?
Select all that apply.
4 years old or under: 1
5 to 11 years old: 2
12 to 17 years old: 3
EMPLOYMENT
Which of the following categories best describes your current employment status?
Please select one only.
Working full-time (30 or more hours per week): 1
Working part-time (less than 30 hours per week): 2
Full-time self-employed: 3
Part-time self-employed: 4
Unemployed: 5
A student: 6
Retired: 7
Full-time homemaker: 8
Other: 9
CITIZENSHIP
If... New respondent
Where were you born?
Born in Canada: 1
Born outside Canada: 2
IMMIGRATION
If... CITIZENSHIP = 2
In what year did you first move to Canada?
Enter year: 7777
I prefer not to answer: 9999
ETHNICITY [1,13]
If... New respondent
You may belong to one or more racial or cultural groups on the following list.
Select all that apply.
White: 1
South Asian (e.g., East Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, etc.): 3
Chinese: 2
Black: 4
Filipino: 5
Latin American: 6
Arab: 7
Southeast Asian (e.g., Vietnamese, Cambodian, Malaysian, Thai, Laotian, etc.): 8
West Asian (e.g., Iranian, Afghan, etc.): 9
Korean: 10
Japanese: 11
Indigenous person (First Nations, Métis or Inuk (Inuit)): 12
Other (Please specify): 77
Prefer not to say 99 X
INCOME
If... New respondent
Which of the following categories best describes your total household income. That is, the total income of all persons in your household combined, before taxes?
Under $20,000: 1
$20,000 to just under $40,000: 2
$40,000 to just under $60,000: 3
$60,000 to just under $80,000: 4
$80,000 to just under $100,000: 5
$100,000 to just under $150,000: 6
$150,000 to just under $200,000: 7
$200,000 to just under $250,000: 8
$250,000 and above: 9
Prefer not to say: 99
Don't know: 98
HOUSEHOLD
If... New respondent
How many people, including yourself, are supported by your total household income?
77: 77
SEX_ORIENTATION
If... New respondent
What best describes your sexual orientation?
Heterosexual: 1
Gay and/or lesbian: 2
Bisexual: 3
Other: 4
Prefer not to answer: 99
Don't know: 98
PREG
If... SEX = 2
Are you currently pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or have you given birth within the last six months?
I am currently pregnant: 1
I'm currently planning and/or trying to become pregnant (i.e. within the next 6 months): 2
I gave birth within the last six months: 3
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to answer: 99
None of the above: 97
RELIGIOUS
If... New respondent
In your life, you would say religion is...
Not at all important: 1
Not very important: 2
Somewhat important: 3
Very important: 4
SECTA
The following section asks about certain public health measures as well as your experiences with COVID-19 vaccination.
INFECTION
Are you or have you been infected with COVID-19?
Yes - confirmed by a PCR test: 1
Yes - confirmed by a rapid test: 2
I think so, but I didn't/couldn't get tested: 4
No: 3
Unsure: 5
INFECTION1
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4
How many times have you been infected with COVID-19?
Once: 1
Twice: 2
Three times: 3
Four or more times: 4
Unsure: 5
PREINFECTION4
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4 and INFECTION1 = 1,2,3,4
You've indicated that you were infected with COVID-19 [INFECTION1 = 1]once[INFECTION1 = 2]twice[INFECTION1 = 3]three times[Else]four or more times. In which month(s) were you infected?
[INFECTION1 = 4]Please enter the date for the 3 most recent times you were infected.
INFECTION4A
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4 and INFECTION1 = 1,2,3,4
First infection
Please select the month: 5000 N
December 2019: 1012
January 2020: 2001
February 2020: 2002
March 2020: 2003
April 2020: 2004
May 2020: 2005
June 2020: 2006
July 2020: 2007
August 2020: 2008
September 2020: 2009
October 2020: 2010
November 2020: 2011
December 2020: 2012
January 2021: 3001
February 2021: 3002
March 2021: 3003
April 2021: 3004
May 2021: 3005
June 2021: 3006
July 2021: 3007
August 2021: 3008
September 2021: 3009
October 2021: 3010
November 2021: 3011
December 2021: 3012
January 2022: 4001
February 2022: 4002
March 2022: 4003
April 2022: 4004
May 2022: 4005
June 2022: 4006
July 2022: 4007
August 2022: 4008
INFECTION4B
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4 and INFECTION1 = 2,3,4
Second infection
Please select the month 5000 N
Please select the month: 5000 N
December 2019: 1012
January 2020: 2001
February 2020: 2002
March 2020: 2003
April 2020: 2004
May 2020: 2005
June 2020: 2006
July 2020: 2007
August 2020: 2008
September 2020: 2009
October 2020: 2010
November 2020: 2011
December 2020: 2012
January 2021: 3001
February 2021: 3002
March 2021: 3003
April 2021: 3004
May 2021: 3005
June 2021: 3006
July 2021: 3007
August 2021: 3008
September 2021: 3009
October 2021: 3010
November 2021: 3011
December 2021: 3012
January 2022: 4001
February 2022: 4002
March 2022: 4003
April 2022: 4004
May 2022: 4005
June 2022: 4006
July 2022: 4007
August 2022: 4008
INFECTION4C
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4 and INFECTION1 = 3,4
Third infection
Please select the month: 5000 N
December 2019: 1012
January 2020: 2001
February 2020: 2002
March 2020: 2003
April 2020: 2004
May 2020: 2005
June 2020: 2006
July 2020: 2007
August 2020: 2008
September 2020: 2009
October 2020: 2010
November 2020: 2011
December 2020: 2012
January 2021: 3001
February 2021: 3002
March 2021: 3003
April 2021: 3004
May 2021: 3005
June 2021: 3006
July 2021: 3007
August 2021: 3008
September 2021: 3009
October 2021: 3010
November 2021: 3011
December 2021: 3012
January 2022: 4001
February 2022: 4002
March 2022: 4003
April 2022: 4004
May 2022: 4005
June 2022: 4006
July 2022: 4007
August 2022: 4008
INFECTION3
Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with the following statement: [INFECTION = 3,5]I will likely get infected with COVID-19[Else]I will likely get reinfected with COVID-19 in the future.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
LONG_COVID
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4
Have you experienced any long COVID symptoms (i.e. physical or psychological symptoms lasting more than 12 weeks after getting COVID-19)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure: 3
PRETEST
In the past four weeks, have you...
TESTD
Been tested for COVID-19 using a PCR test
Yes: 1
No: 2
TESTE
Been tested for COVID-19 using a rapid test
Yes: 1
No: 2
TESTF
Tested someone else for COVID-19 using a rapid test (e.g., a child, a family member, etc.)
Yes: 1
No: 2
PRERAPID_TEST3
Please indicate your level of agreement with the following statements:
RAPID_TEST3A
I would use rapid tests if I had to pay for them
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
RAPID_TEST3B
Governments should provide free rapid COVID-19 tests for Canadians
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
PREPREV_BEHAVIOURS
In the past month, how often have you used the following measures to avoid getting COVID-19 or to prevent the spread of COVID-19?
PREV_BEHAVIOURSA
Wore a face mask when it was mandatory
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSB
Wore a face mask when it was not mandatory
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSC
Chose to meet with others outdoors instead of indoors
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSD
Took steps to improve indoor air quality (e.g. opened windows, used a HEPA filter)
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSH
Avoided public places and events
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
MASK2
If... PREV_BEHAVIOURSA = 3,4,5 or PREV_BEHAVIOURSB = 3,4,5
Which of the following types of masks do you wear most often?
Choose one only
A respirator (i.e., N95, KN95 or equivalent): 1
A medical mask (i.e, procedural or surgical): 2
A non-medical mask (i.e. cloth): 3
PREBEHAVIOURS
In the past two weeks, have you...
BEHAVIOURSA
Visited indoors with friends and family that are not part of your household
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSB
Sat inside a bar or restaurant
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSC
Travelled to another province or territory
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSD
Travelled to another country
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSE
Worked or gone to school in an indoor setting (e.g., office, store, classroom)
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSF
Gone to the gym or an exercise class
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSG
Attended an indoor sporting event and/or concert
Yes: 1
No: 2
RISK_EVAL1 [1,10]
Which of the following factors do you consider when assessing your personal risk of being infected with COVID-19?
Please select all that apply.
Local COVID-19 situation (e.g., number of cases, positivity rate, wastewater data): 1
Your vaccination status: 2
The vaccination status of those you are associating with: 3
Your health status: 4
The health status of your household members: 5
The number of people you are associating with: 6
The physical space you are going to (e.g. indoors, outdoors, ventilation): 7
Your previous infection status: 8
What those around me (e.g., close friends, family) are doing: 9
Other (please specify): 77 B
I do not assess my personal risk of becoming infected with COVID-19: 97 XB
PREREINTRO_MEASURES
To what extent do you think it would be necessary or unnecessary to reintroduce public health measures in each of the following scenarios?
REINTRO_MEASURESA
Increasing COVID-19 cases
Very unnecessary: 1
Somewhat unnecessary: 2
Neither necessary nor unnecessary: 3
Somewhat necessary: 4
Very necessary: 5
REINTRO_MEASURESB
Increasing deaths caused by COVID-19 infections
Very unnecessary: 1
Somewhat unnecessary: 2
Neither necessary nor unnecessary: 3
Somewhat necessary: 4
Very necessary: 5
REINTRO_MEASURESC
Increasing sickness among children and youth from COVID-19
Very unnecessary: 1
Somewhat unnecessary: 2
Neither necessary nor unnecessary: 3
Somewhat necessary: 4
Very necessary: 5
REINTRO_MEASURESE
The emergence of a new deadlier variant of COVID-19
Very unnecessary: 1
Somewhat unnecessary: 2
Neither necessary nor unnecessary: 3
Somewhat necessary: 4
Very necessary: 5
REINTRO_MEASURESF
The emergence of a new more contagious variant of COVID-19
Very unnecessary: 1
Somewhat unnecessary: 2
Neither necessary nor unnecessary: 3
Somewhat necessary: 4
Very necessary: 5
REINTRO_MEASURESG
Canadian hospitals become increasingly strained because of COVID-19
Very unnecessary: 1
Somewhat unnecessary: 2
Neither necessary nor unnecessary: 3
Somewhat necessary: 4
Very necessary: 5
REINTRO_MEASURESH
More evidence emerges about negative long-term effects from COVID-19 infections
Very unnecessary: 1
Somewhat unnecessary: 2
Neither necessary nor unnecessary: 3
Somewhat necessary: 4
Very necessary: 5
REINTRO_MEASURESK
Public health officials recommend a reintroduction of public health measures
Very unnecessary: 1
Somewhat unnecessary: 2
Neither necessary nor unnecessary: 3
Somewhat necessary: 4
Very necessary: 5
REINTRO_MEASURESJ
Businesses closing due to staffing shortages caused by COVID-19 infections
Very unnecessary: 1
Somewhat unnecessary: 2
Neither necessary nor unnecessary: 3
Somewhat necessary: 4
Very necessary: 5
PREFATIGUE1
In the future, if the following public health measures had to be implemented or reintroduced to prevent a widespread outbreak, would you support them?
FATIGUE1A
Gathering limits
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1B
Stay-at-home orders
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1C
Closing of businesses
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1D
Travel restrictions/border closures
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1E
Avoiding indoor gatherings with people outside of your household
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1F
School or daycare closures
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1G
A requirement to wear a mask in indoor public settings
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1I
Requirements to provide proof of 2 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine for certain activities
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1J
Requirements to provide proof of 3 or more doses of a COVID-19 vaccine for certain activities
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
VAX_STATUS
Have you received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes - one dose: 1
Yes - two doses: 2
Yes - three doses: 3
Yes - four doses: 4
Yes - five doses: 6
No: 5
BOOSTER
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3
If a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine was available and recommended for you, how likely would you be to get it?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
BOOSTER4 [1,15]
If... VAX_STATUS = 2
Please explain why you have not received a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine so far.
Please select all that apply to you from the list below.
I don't think enough testing or research has been done: 1
I'm waiting for more effective vaccines to be available: 2
I don't want to have side effects or feel sick: 3
I'm tired of getting so many COVID-19 vaccines: 4
I want to wait a bit: 5
I don't trust the government: 6
I haven't gotten around to it yet: 7
I think the safety risks of getting more vaccines outweigh the benefits: 8
I think that getting another vaccine is not needed: 9
I am concerned that vaccine ingredients accumulate in your body the more you get: 10
I feel that I don't need any more vaccines because COVID-19 infections are mild now: 11
I think that vaccines are not stopping the spread of COVID-19 so there is no point getting any more: 12
I need more information about what booster doses are before I decide: 13
I have a fear of needles: 14
Other: 77 B
PREBOOSTER3
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
To what extent would each of the following hypothetical scenarios make you more or less likely to get a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
BOOSTER3A
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get the vaccine at a convenient location and time
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3B
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You received a financial reward upon receiving the vaccine
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3C
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You received paid time off work to get the vaccine
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3D
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You received paid sick time off work if you experienced side effects from the vaccine
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3E
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
Proof of a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose was required to engage in certain activities, such as travelling abroad or flying on a plane
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3F
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get a new formulation of vaccine that targets COVID-19 variants
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3G
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get a new, more effective vaccine that better prevents infection
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3H
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get a COVID-19 booster dose at the same time as your annual flu shot
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3I
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
A new, more severe variant of COVID-19 started spreading
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3J
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
The definition of "fully vaccinated" was changed to requiring at least [VAX_STATUS = 2]three[VAX_STATUS = 3]four doses
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
VAX_INTENT2
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
Will you get a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure/still deciding: 3
NEW_VAX
How familiar are you with bivalent COVID-19 vaccines?
Not familiar at all: 1
I have heard this term, but don't know what it is: 2
Somewhat familiar: 3
Very familiar: 4
NEW_VAX1
If a new vaccine that better protects people against different variants of COVID-19 becomes available and is recommended for you, how likely is it that you would get it?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Unsure: 8
NEW_VAX2
Imagine a new vaccine that better protects people against different variants of COVID-19 becomes available in Canada but is prioritized for vulnerable people at first (e.g., the elderly) due to short supply. How likely would you be to get an original version of a COVID-19 vaccine, if you were not eligible for the new vaccine?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Unsure: 8
FLU_VAX
How likely are you to get a flu shot during the 2022-2023 flu season?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Unsure: 8
CHILD_VAX
If... CHILDREN2 = 3
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 12-17 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
Yes, three doses: 3
No: 4
CHILD_BOOSTER
If... CHILDREN2 = 3 and CHILD_VAX = 2
Thinking about your child(ren) aged 12-17, will they receive a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a third dose as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a third dose, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a third dose: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX3
If... CHILDREN2 = 2
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 5-11 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
Yes, three doses: 4
No: 3
CHILD_VAX5
If... CHILDREN2 = 2 and CHILD_VAX3 = 3
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: Now that a COVID-19 vaccine is recommended and available for my child(ren) aged 5-11, I will get them vaccinated.
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but would want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_BOOSTER2
If... CHILDREN2 = 2 and CHILD_VAX3 = 2
Thinking about your child(ren) aged 5-11, will they receive a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine if it is recommended?
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a third dose as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a third dose, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a third dose: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX6
If... CHILDREN2 = 1
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: Now that a COVID-19 vaccine is recommended and available for my child(ren) aged 6 months to 4 years, I will get them vaccinated.
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but would want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
Not applicable, my child is younger than 6 months old: 5
CHILD_VAX7B [1,14]
If... CHILD_VAX5 = 3,98 or CHILD_VAX6 = 3,98
From the following options, which reasons best describe why you feel hesitant about your child/children under the age of 12 getting a COVID-19 vaccine?
Please select all that apply.
My children have a fear of needles: 1
I don't think enough testing or research has been done: 2
I'm waiting for more effective vaccines to be available: 3
I don't want them to have side effects or feel sick: 4
I want to wait a bit: 5
I don't trust the government: 6
I haven't gotten around to getting my children vaccinated yet: 7
I think the safety risks of them getting more vaccines outweigh the benefits: 8
I think that getting my children a vaccine is not needed: 9
I am concerned that vaccine ingredients accumulate in their body the more you get: 10
I don't believe vaccines are necessary because children are not at risk of serious complications from COVID-19: 11
I think that vaccines are not stopping the spread of COVID-19 so there is no point getting them: 12
I need more information before I decide: 13
Other: 77 B
CHILD_COVID
If... CHILDREN = 1
Have any of your children been infected with COVID-19?
Yes confirmed by a PCR test: 1
Yes confirmed by a rapid test: 2
I think so, but they didn't/couldn't get tested: 3
No: 4
Unsure: 5
CHILD_VAX8
If... CHILDREN = 1
How worried are you about your child(ren) contracting COVID-19?
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
SECTB
The following section asks about your trust in news and information sources.
PRETRUST_INFO
To what extent do you trust or distrust the following sources for information on COVID-19?
TRUST_INFOA
Television news
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOB
Radio, podcasts and other broadcasts
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOC
Newspapers and other journalism (including news websites)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOD
Canadian federal government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOE
Provincial/Territorial government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOF
International health authorities (e.g. World Health Organization)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOG
Healthcare workers (e.g. doctors, nurses)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOH
Scientists
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOI
Social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOJ
Celebrities
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOK
Online search engines (e.g. Google)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOL
Friends and family
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOM
Work/school colleagues
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
NEWS
How closely, if at all, have you been following news on COVID-19 over the past month?
Following it very closely: 1
Following it pretty closely: 2
Following it a little: 3
Not following it at all: 4
GOVT_TRUST
Please indicate whether, in general, you trust or distrust the Canadian federal government.
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
PRETRUST1
Please indicate your level of agreement or disagreement with the following statements about the Canadian federal government:
TRUST1A
The federal government is competent enough to deal with COVID-19
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
TRUST1B
I feel that the way the federal government makes decisions about COVID-19 is fair
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
TRUST1C
The federal government provides all relevant information about COVID-19 to the public
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
TRUST1D
The federal government listens to what ordinary people think about COVID-19
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
TRUST1E
The federal government cares about ordinary Canadians
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
TRUST1F
The federal government is too influenced by industry regarding COVID-19
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
TRUST1G
The federal government spends money efficiently on COVID-19 initiatives
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
SECTC
This section asks about your knowledge and opinions on the COVID-19 virus.
PREMIDI_ACCURACY4
To the best of your knowledge, how accurate or inaccurate are the claims in each of the following statements?
MIDI_ACCURACY4A
A small number of Canadians have had allergic reactions to the COVID-19 vaccine.
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY4B
COVID-19 infections are more likely to cause severe illness in people with pre-existing health conditions.
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY4C
Current evidence suggests that COVID-19 vaccination does not affect male fertility.
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY4D
Paxlovid is an antiviral medication that can reduce the risk of hospitalization in adults infected with COVID-19.
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY4E
Some people who become infected with COVID-19 may experience persistent, long-term symptoms (known as post-covid condition or long covid).
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY4F
Some scientists think that climate change will make pandemics like COVID-19 more frequent.
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY4G
COVID-19 vaccines provide protection against severe illness and hospitalizations for variants, such as Omicron.
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY4H
Alcohol-based hand sanitizers can create antibiotic resistance and should be used sparingly.
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY4I
New evidence shows that monkeypox is a side effect of the COVID-19 vaccines.
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY4J
COVID-19 vaccines have been linked to thousands of heart attacks in children.
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY4K
The COVID-19 pandemic was started as a deliberate attempt by activists to stop climate change by forcing lockdowns.
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY4L
Big Pharma created COVID-19 in order to profit from vaccines.
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY4M
Family doctors are advising people to delay routine vaccinations until the pandemic is over.
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACY4N
A vegan or plant-based diet can prevent a person from getting infected with COVID-19.
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
PRESOCIAL_MEDIA
In the past month, how often did you use each of the following platforms?
SOCIAL_MEDIAA
Facebook
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAB
Twitter
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAC
Instagram
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAD
TikTok
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAE
Reddit
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAF
YouTube
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
PRECONS_MENT
If... New respondent
For each of the statements below, please use the scale (0%-100%) to indicate how likely it is that the statement is true. Remember that there are no "objectively" right or wrong answers. We are interested in your personal opinion.
CONS_MENTA
If... New respondent
I think that many very important things happen in the world, which the public is never informed about.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTB
If... New respondent
I think that politicians usually do not tell us the true motives for their decisions.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTC
If... New respondent
I think that government agencies closely monitor all citizens.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTD
If... New respondent
I think that events which superficially seem to lack a connection are often the result of secret activities.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTE
If... New respondent
I think that there are secret organizations that greatly influence political decisions.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
PREQAOTE
If... New respondent
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statements.
QAOTEA
If... New respondent
It is important to be loyal to your beliefs even when evidence is brought to bear against them.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEB
If... New respondent
Whether something feels true is more important than evidence.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEC
If... New respondent
Just because evidence conflicts with my current beliefs does not mean my beliefs are wrong.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTED
If... New respondent
There may be evidence that goes against what you believe but that does not mean you have to change your beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEE
If... New respondent
Even if there is concrete evidence against what you believe to be true, it is OK to maintain cherished beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEF
If... New respondent
Regardless of the topic, what you believe to be true is more important than evidence against your beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
FAKE_NEWS
How concerned are you about the spread of misinformation and disinformation online (i.e. news information about important topics that is verifiably false)?
Not at all concerned: 1
Slightly concerned: 2
Somewhat concerned: 3
Very concerned: 4
Extremely concerned: 5
SECTD
The following section asks about how the pandemic has affected your wellbeing and mental health.
LIFE_SATISFACTION
All things considered, how satisfied are you with your life as a whole?
Completely dissatisfied: 1
Mostly dissatisfied: 2
Somewhat dissatisfied: 3
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied: 4
Somewhat satisfied: 5
Mostly satisfied: 6
Completely satisfied: 7
MENTAL_HEALTH1
In general, would you say your mental health is:
Poor: 1
Fair: 2
Good: 3
Very good: 4
Excellent: 5
PHYSICAL_HEALTH
In general, would you say your physical health is:
Poor: 1
Fair: 2
Good: 3
Very good: 4
Excellent: 5
PREMOOD1
In the past two weeks, how often have you felt...
MOOD1A
Anxious or on edge
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1B
Stressed
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1C
Lonely
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1D
Depressed
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1E
Burnt out
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
SECTE
The following section asks about your outlook about the pandemic and the future.
WORRIES
Please give your opinion on the following statement: Compared to most people my age, my risk of getting COVID-19 is...
Extremely low: 1
Low: 2
Neither low nor high: 3
High: 4
Extremely high: 5
OUTLOOK
Thinking of the COVID-19 pandemic, do you think...
The worst of the crisis is behind us: 1
We are currently experiencing the worst of the crisis: 2
The worst of the crisis is yet to come: 3
Don't know: 98
I don't consider the COVID-19 pandemic to be a crisis: 4
OUTLOOK1
When do you expect that day-to-day life in Canada will resemble pre-pandemic times?
Day-to-day life already resembles pre-pandemic times: 1
Within one to two months: 2
Within three to six months: 3
Longer than six months: 4
Never: 5
Don't know: 98
PREOUTLOOK2
At the moment, how much do you worry about the following topics:
OUTLOOK2A
The impact of COVID-19 on the economy
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2B
Inflation or cost-of-living increases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2L
The possibility of a recession
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2M
The possibility that you won't be financially better off than your parents
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2N
Climate change
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2O
Increasing divisiveness and/or conflict within society
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
PREOUTLOOK3
At the moment, how much do you worry about the following health-related topics:
OUTLOOK3A
The pandemic's impact on the mental health of Canadians
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3B
The emergence of another wave of COVID-19 cases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3C
The emergence of a new variant of the COVID-19 virus
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3D
Lockdowns or other public health restrictions being reintroduced
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3E
The health system being overloaded
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3G
The effects of long COVID (i.e. people experiencing symptoms lasting for weeks or months after a COVID-19 infection)
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3I
The pandemic's long-term effects on children's development
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3J
Feeling judged for my personal decision to wear or not wear a mask in public settings
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3K
Becoming infected or re-infected with COVID-19
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3L
A monkeypox outbreak
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK7
Do you think that there will be another wave of COVID-19 cases in the Fall/Winter (September 2022-February 2023)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
OUTLOOK6
If... OUTLOOK7 = 1,98
Do you think that the next wave will be more severe or less severe than previous waves of COVID-19?
Much less severe: 1
Slightly less severe: 2
About the same: 3
Slightly more severe: 4
Much more severe: 5
Don't know: 98
PRETHREAT_SCALE
If... New respondent
In your opinion, how much of a threat, if any, is COVID-19 for...
THREAT_SCALEA
If... New respondent
Your personal health
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEB
If... New respondent
The health of the Canadian population as a whole
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEC
If... New respondent
Your personal financial safety
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALED
If... New respondent
The Canadian economy
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEE
If... New respondent
Day-to-day life in your local community
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEF
If... New respondent
The rights and freedoms of the Canadian population as a whole
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEG
If... New respondent
What it means to be Canadian
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEH
If... New respondent
Canadian values and traditions
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEI
If... New respondent
Canadian democracy
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEJ
If... New respondent
The maintenance of law and order in Canada
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
Thank You
Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey. We hope that you will participate in our next survey.
The present study deals with topics related to the COVID-19 pandemic that you might have found distressing. If you found participation distressing, we want to encourage you to consider free mental health services including the following: Crisis Services Canada and other resources:
Unfortunately, based on your responses you are ineligible to participate in this survey. Thank you for your time!
Wave 5
Online Introduction
In partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), the Government of Canada is conducting a research study on the impact of COVID-19. Ekos has been hired to administer this survey. Si vous préférez répondre au sondage en français, veuillez cliquer sur français. The survey takes about 20 minutes to complete and is voluntary and completely confidential.
Your responses will be identified by a subject number and the researchers will not know your identity or your personal information. Review Ekos' privacy policy here.
The purpose of this study is to improve actions taken by the government in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Your answers will be used for research purposes and to help improve the COVID-19 outbreak response. Please complete the survey in one sitting.
Further information about this study:
This is the fifth survey in the study and there are three more surveys to come over the next six months.
Your data will be treated in accordance with the provisions of the Government of Canada Privacy Policy.
Your participation in the study is voluntary and your responses will be kept entirely confidential.
You may stop the survey at any time and without giving reasons.
All willing respondents will be asked to complete updated versions of this survey three more times over the next six months because your continued participation allows us to track opinions and behaviours about COVID-19 among the same cohort of individuals as they evolve over time. We greatly appreciate repeat participation.
I agree to participate in the study and understand that my answers will be used to advance knowledge about how Canadians are experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic, which may inform future actions taken by the government and help contribute to science.
I agree to the processing of my personal data in accordance with the information provided here.
I am aware that the data will be published in anonymous form to promote transparency in research.
I agree to participate: 1
No, I don't want to participate: 2 - THNK2
DEMO
Thank you for deciding to participate in this study. First, please provide us with some information about yourself.
QAGE
In what year were you born?
Enter year: 7777
I prefer not to answer: 9999
QAGE1
If... QAGE = 9999
In which of the following age categories do you belong?
Under 18: 98 - THNK2
18 to 24: 1
25 to 34: 2
35 to 44: 3
45 to 54: 4
55 to 64: 5
65 to 74: 6
75 and older: 7
GENDER
What best describes your gender? Refers to current gender which may be different from sex assigned at birth and may be different from what is indicated on your legal documents.
Man: 1
Woman: 2
Non-binary: 5 B
I use a different term: 6 B
Prefer not to say: 4 B
PROVINCE
In which province or territory do you live?
Select one only
Alberta: 2
British Columbia: 1
Manitoba: 4
New Brunswick: 7
Newfoundland and Labrador: 10
Northwest Territories: 12
Nova Scotia: 8
Nunavut: 13
Ontario: 5
Prince Edward Island: 9
Quebec: 6
Saskatchewan: 3
Yukon: 11
EDUCATION
If... New respondent
What is the highest level of formal education that you have completed?
Select one only
Elementary school or less: 1
Some high school: 2
High school diploma or equivalent: 3
Registered Apprenticeship or other trades certificate or diploma: 4
Partial college/university education: 5
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma: 6
University certificate or diploma below bachelor's level: 7
Bachelor's degree: 8
Postgraduate degree above bachelor's level: 9
QLANGUAGE
If... New respondent
Which language do you speak most often at home?
English: 1
French: 2
Other (please specify): 77
HEALTH_WORKER
If... New respondent
Are you a health care provider (i.e., nurse, medical doctor, paramedic, first responder, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, mental health worker, dentist, etc.)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
SERVICE_INDUSTRY
If... New respondent
Do you work in the service industry (i.e., tourism, food and beverage, hospitality, etc.)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
ILLNESS
If... New respondent
Do you have a serious, long-term illness, like diabetes, emphysema, or high blood pressure?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
DISABILITY
If... New respondent
Do you identify as a person with a disability? A person with a disability is a person who has a long-term or recurring impairment (such as vision, hearing, mobility, flexibility, dexterity, pain, learning, developmental, memory or mental health-related) which limits their daily activities inside or outside the home (such as at school, work, or in the community in general).
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to say: 99
URBAN
If... New respondent
Which of the following best describes the place where you live now?
A large city: 1
A suburb near a large city: 2
A small city or town: 3
A rural area: 4
CHILDREN
Do you have children under 18 years of age?
Yes: 1
No: 2
CHILDREN1
If... CHILDREN = 1
How many children under 18 years of age do you have?
77: 77
CHILDREN2 [1,3]
If... CHILDREN = 1
What are the ages of your children?
Select all that apply.
4 years old or under: 1
5 to 11 years old: 2
12 to 17 years old: 3
EMPLOYMENT
Which of the following categories best describes your current employment status?
Please select one only.
Working full-time (30 or more hours per week): 1
Working part-time (less than 30 hours per week): 2
Full-time self-employed: 3
Part-time self-employed: 4
Unemployed: 5
A student: 6
Retired: 7
Full-time homemaker: 8
Other: 9
CITIZENSHIP
If... New respondent
Where were you born?
Born in Canada: 1
Born outside Canada: 2
IMMIGRATION
If... CITIZENSHIP = 2
In what year did you first move to Canada?
Enter year: 7777
I prefer not to answer: 9999
ETHNICITY [1,13]
If... New respondent
You may belong to one or more racial or cultural groups on the following list.
Select all that apply.
White: 1
South Asian (e.g., East Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, etc.): 3
Chinese: 2
Black: 4
Filipino: 5
Latin American: 6
Arab: 7
Southeast Asian (e.g., Vietnamese, Cambodian, Malaysian, Thai, Laotian, etc.): 8
West Asian (e.g., Iranian, Afghan, etc.): 9
Korean: 10
Japanese: 11
Indigenous person (First Nations, Métis or Inuk (Inuit)): 12
Other (Please specify): 77
Prefer not to say: 99 X
INCOME
If... New respondent
Which of the following categories best describes your total household income. That is, the total income of all persons in your household combined, before taxes?
Under $20,000: 1
$20,000 to just under $40,000: 2
$40,000 to just under $60,000: 3
$60,000 to just under $80,000: 4
$80,000 to just under $100,000: 5
$100,000 to just under $150,000: 6
$150,000 to just under $200,000: 7
$200,000 to just under $250,000: 8
$250,000 and above: 9
Prefer not to say: 99
Don't know: 98
HOUSEHOLD
If... New respondent
How many people, including yourself, are supported by your total household income?
77: 77
SEX_ORIENTATION
If... New respondent
What best describes your sexual orientation?
Heterosexual: 1
Gay and/or lesbian: 2
Bisexual: 3
Other: 4
Prefer not to answer: 99
Don't know: 98
PREG
If... GENDER = 2
Are you currently pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or have you given birth within the last six months?
I am currently pregnant: 1
I'm currently planning and/or trying to become pregnant (i.e. within the next 6 months): 2
I gave birth within the last six months: 3
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to answer: 99
None of the above 97
RELIGIOUS
If... New respondent
In your life, you would say religion is...
Not at all important: 1
Not very important: 2
Somewhat important: 3
Very important: 4
SECTA
The following section asks about certain public health measures as well as your experiences with COVID-19 vaccination.
INFECTION
Are you or have you been infected with COVID-19?
Yes - confirmed by a PCR test: 1
Yes - confirmed by a rapid test: 2
I think so, but I didn't/couldn't get tested: 4
No: 3
Unsure: 5
DIED
Do you know anyone personally who has died of COVID-19?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure: 3
PRETEST
In the past four weeks, have you...
TESTD
Been tested for COVID-19 using a PCR test
Yes: 1
No: 2
TESTE
Been tested for COVID-19 using a rapid test
Yes: 1
No: 2
TESTF
Tested someone else for COVID-19 using a rapid test (e.g., a child, a family member, etc.)
Yes: 1
No: 2
RAPID_TEST4 [1,8]
If... TESTE = 1
You've indicated that you took a rapid test in the past four weeks. Why did you take one or more tests?
Select all that apply.
I was experiencing COVID-19 symptoms: 1
I was exposed to someone who was suspected to have, or tested positive for COVID-19: 2
I was planning on attending a gathering or event: 3
I previously attended a gathering or event: 4
I was planning to interact with someone who is at high-risk of severe outcomes from COVID-19: 5
I was required to test for school, work, visiting a long-term care home, etc.: 6
Travel-related: 7
Other: 77 B
RAPID_TEST5 [1,8]
If... TESTE = 1
You've indicated that you took a rapid test in the past four weeks. How did you access or obtain your rapid test(s)?
Select all that apply.
Pharmacy: 1
Retail store: 2
School: 3
Community organization/centre: 4
Provincial/municipal distribution site: 5
Family/friends: 6
Online: 7
Other: 77 B
PREPREV_BEHAVIOURS
In the past month, how often have you used the following measures to avoid getting COVID-19 or to prevent the spread of COVID-19?
PREV_BEHAVIOURSA
Wore a face mask when it was mandatory
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSB
Wore a face mask when it was not mandatory
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSC
Chose to meet with others outdoors instead of indoors
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSD
Took steps to improve indoor air quality (e.g. opened windows, used a HEPA filter)
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSH
Avoided public places and events
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
SICK
In the past month, did you have any symptoms of COVID-19 (e.g. fever, cough, sore throat or runny nose)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure: 3
PRESICK2
If... SICK = 1,3
In the past month, how often did you practice the following health measures while experiencing symptoms of COVID-19?
SICK2A
If... SICK = 1,3
Stayed home from work or school
Never: 1
Sometimes: 2
Always: 3
Not applicable: 98
SICK2B
If... SICK = 1,3
Wore a mask indoors when sharing a space with others (including members of your household)
Never: 1
Sometimes: 2
Always: 3
Not applicable: 98
SICK2C
If... SICK = 1,3
Self-isolated (i.e., avoided leaving your home)
Never: 1
Sometimes: 2
Always: 3
Not applicable: 98
SICK2D
If... SICK = 1,3
Isolated from members of your household
Never: 1
Sometimes: 2
Always: 3
Not applicable: 98
SICK2E
If... SICK = 1,3
Sought advice or treatment from a medical professional
Never: 1
Sometimes: 2
Always: 3
Not applicable: 98
MASK2
If... PREV_BEHAVIOURSA = 3,4,5 or PREV_BEHAVIOURSB = 3,4,5
Which of the following types of masks do you wear most often?
Choose one only
A respirator (i.e., N95, KN95 or equivalent): 1
A medical mask (i.e, procedural or surgical): 2
A non-medical mask (i.e. cloth): 3
PREBEHAVIOURS
In the past two weeks, have you...
BEHAVIOURSA
Visited indoors with friends and family that are not part of your household
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSB
Sat inside a bar or restaurant
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSC
Travelled to another province or territory
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSD
Travelled to another country
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSE
Worked or gone to school in an indoor setting (e.g., office, store, classroom)
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSF
Gone to the gym, an exercise class, or indoor sports activity
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSG
Attended an indoor sporting event and/or concert
Yes: 1
No: 2
PREFATIGUE1
In the future, if the following public health measures had to be implemented or reintroduced to prevent a widespread outbreak, would you support them?
FATIGUE1A
Gathering limits
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1B
Stay-at-home orders
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1C
Closing of businesses
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1D
Travel restrictions/border closures
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1F
School or daycare closures
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1G
A requirement to wear a mask in indoor public settings
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1I
Requirements to provide proof of 2 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine for certain activities
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1J
Requirements to provide proof of 3 or more doses of a COVID-19 vaccine for certain activities
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
MASK4
In the future, how often will you wear a mask in public for reasons other than COVID-19 (e.g. during cold and flu season)?
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
VAX_STATUS
Have you received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes - one dose: 1
Yes - two doses: 2
Yes - three doses: 3
Yes - four doses: 4
Yes - five doses: 6
No: 5
BOOSTER
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
If a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine was available and recommended for you, how likely would you be to get it?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
PREBOOSTER3
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
To what extent would each of the following hypothetical scenarios make you more or less likely to get a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
BOOSTER3A
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get the vaccine at a convenient location and time
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3B
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You received a financial reward upon receiving the vaccine
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3C
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You received paid time off work to get the vaccine
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3D
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You received paid sick time off work if you experienced side effects from the vaccine
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3E
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
Proof of a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose was required to engage in certain activities, such as travelling abroad or flying on a plane
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3F
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get a new formulation of vaccine that targets COVID-19 variants
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3G
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get a new, more effective vaccine that better prevents infection
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3H
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get a COVID-19 booster dose at the same time as your annual flu shot
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3I
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
A new, more severe variant of COVID-19 started spreading
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3J
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
The definition of "fully vaccinated" was changed to requiring at least [VAX_STATUS = 2]three[VAX_STATUS = 3]four doses
Much more likely: 1
Somewhat more likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat less likely: 4
Much less likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
CURRENT_VAX
If... VAX_STATUS not = 5
Do you consider yourself to be up-to-date on your COVID-19 vaccines?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure: 3
VAX_ACCESS
How easy or difficult is it for you to access COVID-19 vaccines in your area?
Very difficult: 1
Somewhat difficult: 2
Somewhat easy: 3
Very easy: 4
Not applicable, I have not tried to get a COVID-19 vaccine in my area: 5
VAX_DATE
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4,6
In which month did you receive your most recent dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
Please select the month: 5000 N
November 2020: 2011
December 2020: 2012
January 2021: 2101
February 2021: 2102
March 2021: 2103
April 2021: 2104
May 2021: 2105
June 2021: 2106
July 2021: 2107
August 2021: 2108
September 2021: 2109
October 2021: 2110
November 2021: 2111
December 2021: 2112
January 2022: 2201
February 2022: 2202
March 2022: 2203
April 2022: 2204
May 2022: 2205
June 2022: 2206
July 2022: 2207
August 2022: 2208
September 2022: 2209
October 2022: 2210
FLU_VAX
How likely are you to get a flu shot during the 2022-2023 flu season?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Unsure: 8
I already got a flu shot this year: 9
ROTVAX_FUTURE
Calculates a random value between 1 and: 2
1 – See VAX_FUTURE1: 1
2 – See VAX_FUTURE2: 2
VAX_FUTURE1
If... ROTVAX_FUTURE = 1
Thinking about the next few years, how realistic is it to expect that most Canadians will choose to get a COVID-19 booster dose every six months?
Extremely unrealistic: 1
Somewhat unrealistic: 2
Somewhat realistic: 3
Extremely realistic: 4
Don't know: 99
VAX_FUTURE2
If... ROTVAX_FUTURE = 2
Thinking about the next few years, how realistic is it to expect that most Canadians will choose to get a COVID-19 booster dose once a year?
Extremely unrealistic: 1
Somewhat unrealistic: 2
Somewhat realistic: 3
Extremely realistic: 4
Don't know: 99
CHILD_VAX
If... CHILDREN2 = 3
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 12-17 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
Yes, three doses: 3
No: 4
CHILD_BOOSTER
If... CHILDREN2 = 3 and CHILD_VAX = 2
Thinking about your child(ren) aged 12-17, will they receive a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a third dose as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a third dose, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a third dose: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX3
If... CHILDREN2 = 2
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 5-11 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
Yes, three doses: 4
No: 3
CHILD_VAX5
If... CHILDREN2 = 2 and CHILD_VAX3 = 3
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: Now that a COVID-19 vaccine is recommended and available for my child(ren) aged 5-11, I will get them vaccinated.
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but would want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_BOOSTER2
If... CHILDREN2 = 2 and CHILD_VAX3 = 2
Thinking about your child(ren) aged 5-11, will they receive a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a third dose as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a third dose, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a third dose: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX9
If... CHILDREN2 = 1
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 4 or under received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
No: 3
CHILD_VAX6
If... CHILDREN2 = 1 and CHILD_VAX9 = 3
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: Now that a COVID-19 vaccine is recommended and available for child(ren) aged 6 months to 4 years, I will get my children vaccinated.
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_COVID
If... CHILDREN = 1
Have any of your children been infected with COVID-19?
Yes - confirmed by a PCR test: 1
Yes - confirmed by a rapid test: 2
I think so, but they didn't/couldn't get tested: 3
No: 4
Unsure: 5
CHILD_VAX8
If... CHILDREN = 1
How worried are you about your child(ren) contracting COVID-19?
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
SECTB
The following section asks about your trust in news and information sources.
PRETRUST_INFO
To what extent do you trust or distrust the following sources for information on COVID-19?
TRUST_INFOA
Television news
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOB
Radio, podcasts and other broadcasts
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOC
Newspapers and other journalism (including news websites)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOD
Canadian federal government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOE
Provincial/Territorial government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOF
International health authorities (e.g. World Health Organization)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOG
Healthcare workers (e.g. doctors, nurses)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOH
Scientists
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOI
Social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOJ
Celebrities
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOK
Online search engines (e.g. Google)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOL
Friends and family
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOM
Work/school colleagues
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
NEWS
How closely, if at all, have you been following news on COVID-19 over the past month?
Following it very closely: 1
Following it pretty closely: 2
Following it a little: 3
Not following it at all: 4
GOVT_TRUST
Please indicate whether, in general, you trust or distrust the Canadian federal government.
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
PRETRUST1
Please indicate your level of agreement or disagreement with the following statements about the Canadian federal government:
TRUST1A
The federal government is competent enough to deal with COVID-19
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
TRUST1D
The federal government listens to what ordinary people think about COVID-19
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
TRUST1F
The federal government is too influenced by industry regarding COVID-19
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
TRUST1G
The federal government spends money efficiently on COVID-19 initiatives
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
SECTC
This section asks about your knowledge and opinions on the COVID-19 virus.
PREMIDI_ACCURACY5N
If... New respondent
To the best of your knowledge, how accurate or inaccurate are the claims in each of the following statements?
MIDI_ACCURACY5NA
If... New respondent
Regular use of ivermectin reduces the risk of death from COVID-19 by 92%.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5NB
If... New respondent
Vaccines destroy any protection a person would have had from natural immunity.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5NC
If... New respondent
COVID-19 vaccinations are causing thousands of healthy young people to die from Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome, or SADS
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5ND
If... New respondent
Many European countries are banning new COVID-19 booster vaccines for younger adults and children because they are unsafe.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5NE
If... New respondent
Mask requirements are being removed in schools because they have caused oxygen deficiency in children.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5NF
If... New respondent
No children in Canada under 10 have died from having COVID-19.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5NG
If... New respondent
Studies have repeatedly found that COVID-19 vaccination does not increase the risk of miscarriage.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5NH
If... New respondent
New vaccines approved in the United States target the omicron variant (BA.4 and BA.5 lineages) of COVID-19 as well as the original virus from 2019.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5NI
If... New respondent
The first case of polio in the United States in a decade was found in New York this summer.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5NJ
If... New respondent
Officially reported COVID-19 infections are currently much lower than actual COVID-19 infections in Canada.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5NK
If... New respondent
There have been about 45,000 total COVID-19 deaths in Canada.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5NL
If... New respondent
The new vaccines approved by Health Canada target the omicron variant (BA.1 lineage) of COVID-19 as well as the original virus from 2019.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
PRESOCIAL_MEDIA
If... New respondent
In the past month, how often did you use each of the following platforms?
SOCIAL_MEDIAA
If... New respondent
Facebook
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAB
If... New respondent
Twitter
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAC
If... New respondent
Instagram
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAD
If... New respondent
TikTok
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAE
If... New respondent
Reddit
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAF
If... New respondent
YouTube
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
PRECONS_MENT
If... New respondent
For each of the statements below, please use the scale (0%-100%) to indicate how likely it is that the statement is true. Remember that there are no "objectively" right or wrong answers. We are interested in your personal opinion.
CONS_MENTA
If... New respondent
I think that many very important things happen in the world, which the public is never informed about.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTB
If... New respondent
I think that politicians usually do not tell us the true motives for their decisions.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTC
If... New respondent
I think that government agencies closely monitor all citizens.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTD
If... New respondent
I think that events which superficially seem to lack a connection are often the result of secret activities.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTE
If... New respondent
I think that there are secret organizations that greatly influence political decisions.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
PREQAOTE
If... New respondent
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statements.
QAOTEA
If... New respondent
It is important to be loyal to your beliefs even when evidence is brought to bear against them.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEB
If... New respondent
Whether something feels true is more important than evidence.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEC
If... New respondent
Just because evidence conflicts with my current beliefs does not mean my beliefs are wrong.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTED
If... New respondent
There may be evidence that goes against what you believe but that does not mean you have to change your beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEE
If... New respondent
Even if there is concrete evidence against what you believe to be true, it is OK to maintain cherished beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEF
If... New respondent
Regardless of the topic, what you believe to be true is more important than evidence against your beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5
Calculates a random value between 1 and: 2
1 – See the MIDI_ACCURACY5A series and then MIDI_CONSENSUSA series: 1
2 – See the MIDI_CONSENSUSB series and then MIDI_ACCURACY5B series: 2
PREMIDI_ACCURACY5A
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
To the best of YOUR knowledge, how accurate or inaccurate are the claims in each of the following statements?
MIDI_ACCURACY5AA
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
Regular use of ivermectin reduces the risk of death from COVID-19 by 92%.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5AB
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
Vaccines destroy any protection a person would have had from natural immunity.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5AC
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
COVID-19 vaccinations are causing thousands of healthy young people to die from Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome, or SADS
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5AD
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
Many European countries are banning new COVID-19 booster vaccines for younger adults and children because they are unsafe.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5AE
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
Mask requirements are being removed in schools because they have caused oxygen deficiency in children.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5AF
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
No children in Canada under 10 have died from having COVID-19.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5AG
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
Studies have repeatedly found that COVID-19 vaccination does not increase the risk of miscarriage.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5AH
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
New vaccines approved in the United States target the omicron variant (BA.4 and BA.5 lineages) of COVID-19 as well as the original virus from 2019.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5AI
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
The first case of polio in the United States in a decade was found in New York this summer.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5AJ
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
Officially reported COVID-19 infections are currently much lower than actual COVID-19 infections in Canada.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5AK
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
There have been about 45,000 total COVID-19 deaths in Canada.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5AL
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
The new vaccines approved by Health Canada target the omicron variant (BA.1 lineage) of COVID-19 as well as the original virus from 2019.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
PREMIDI_CONSENSUSA
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
We will now show you the same statements from the previous section again. This time, we would like you to answer a different question:
Approximately what percentage of Canadian adults do you think would believe the following statements (i.e., rate the statements as at least somewhat accurate)?
Note: we are not asking about how accurate YOU think the following claims are. Instead, we are asking you to estimate how many other Canadian adults would rate these claims as accurate.
MIDI_CONSENSUSAA
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
Regular use of ivermectin reduces the risk of death from COVID-19 by 92%.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSAB
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
Vaccines destroy any protection a person would have had from natural immunity.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSAC
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
COVID-19 vaccinations are causing thousands of healthy young people to die from Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome, or SADS
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSAD
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
Many European countries are banning new COVID-19 booster vaccines for younger adults and children because they are unsafe.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSAE
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
Mask requirements are being removed in schools because they have caused oxygen deficiency in children.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSAF
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
No children in Canada under 10 have died from having COVID-19.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSAG
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
Studies have repeatedly found that COVID-19 vaccination does not increase the risk of miscarriage.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSAH
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
New vaccines approved in the United States target the omicron variant (BA.4 and BA.5 lineages) of COVID-19 as well as the original virus from 2019.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSAI
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
The first case of polio in the United States in a decade was found in New York this summer.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSAJ
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
Officially reported COVID-19 infections are currently much lower than actual COVID-19 infections in Canada.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSAK
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
There have been about 45,000 total COVID-19 deaths in Canada.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSAL
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 1
The new vaccines approved by Health Canada target the omicron variant (BA.1 lineage) of COVID-19 as well as the original virus from 2019.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
PREMIDI_CONSENSUSB
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
Approximately what percentage of Canadian adults do you think would believe the following statements (i.e., rate the statements as at least somewhat accurate)?
Note: we are not asking about how accurate YOU think the following claims are. Instead, we are asking you to estimate how many other Canadian adults would rate these claims as accurate.
MIDI_CONSENSUSBA
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
Regular use of ivermectin reduces the risk of death from COVID-19 by 92%.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSBB
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
Vaccines destroy any protection a person would have had from natural immunity.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSBC
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
COVID-19 vaccinations are causing thousands of healthy young people to die from Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome, or SADS
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSBD
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
Many European countries are banning new COVID-19 booster vaccines for younger adults and children because they are unsafe.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSBE
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
Mask requirements are being removed in schools because they have caused oxygen deficiency in children.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSBF
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
No children in Canada under 10 have died from having COVID-19.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSBG
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
Studies have repeatedly found that COVID-19 vaccination does not increase the risk of miscarriage.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSBH
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
New vaccines approved in the United States target the omicron variant (BA.4 and BA.5 lineages) of COVID-19 as well as the original virus from 2019.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSBI
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
The first case of polio in the United States in a decade was found in New York this summer.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSBJ
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
Officially reported COVID-19 infections are currently much lower than actual COVID-19 infections in Canada.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSBK
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
There have been about 45,000 total COVID-19 deaths in Canada.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
MIDI_CONSENSUSBL
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
The new vaccines approved by Health Canada target the omicron variant (BA.1 lineage) of COVID-19 as well as the original virus from 2019.
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
PREMIDI_ACCURACY5B
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
We will now show you the same statements from the previous section again. This time, we would like you to answer a different question:
To the best of YOUR knowledge, how accurate or inaccurate are the claims in each of the following statements?
MIDI_ACCURACY5BA
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
Regular use of ivermectin reduces the risk of death from COVID-19 by 92%.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5BB
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
Vaccines destroy any protection a person would have had from natural immunity.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5BC
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
COVID-19 vaccinations are causing thousands of healthy young people to die from Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome, or SADS
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5BD
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
Many European countries are banning new COVID-19 booster vaccines for younger adults and children because they are unsafe.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5BE
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
Mask requirements are being removed in schools because they have caused oxygen deficiency in children.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5BF
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
No children in Canada under 10 have died from having COVID-19.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5BG
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
Studies have repeatedly found that COVID-19 vaccination does not increase the risk of miscarriage.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5BH
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
New vaccines approved in the United States target the omicron variant (BA.4 and BA.5 lineages) of COVID-19 as well as the original virus from 2019.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5BI
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
The first case of polio in the United States in a decade was found in New York this summer.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5BJ
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
Officially reported COVID-19 infections are currently much lower than actual COVID-19 infections in Canada.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5BK
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
There have been about 45,000 total COVID-19 deaths in Canada.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
MIDI_ACCURACY5BL
If... Repeat respondent and ROTMIDI_ACCURACY5 = 2
The new vaccines approved by Health Canada target the omicron variant (BA.1 lineage) of COVID-19 as well as the original virus from 2019.
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 98
Somewhat accurate: 4
Mostly accurate: 5
Completely accurate: 6
SECTD
The following section asks about how the pandemic has affected your wellbeing and mental health.
LIFE_SATISFACTION
All things considered, how satisfied are you with your life as a whole?
Completely dissatisfied: 1
Mostly dissatisfied: 2
Somewhat dissatisfied: 3
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied: 4
Somewhat satisfied: 5
Mostly satisfied: 6
Completely satisfied: 7
MENTAL_HEALTH1
In general, would you say your mental health is:
Poor: 1
Fair: 2
Good: 3
Very good: 4
Excellent: 5
PHYSICAL_HEALTH
In general, would you say your physical health is:
Poor: 1
Fair: 2
Good: 3
Very good: 4
Excellent: 5
PREMOOD1
In the past two weeks, how often have you felt...
MOOD1A
Anxious or on edge
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1B
Stressed
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1C
Lonely
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1D
Depressed
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1E
Burnt out
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
SECTE
The following section asks about your outlook about the pandemic and the future.
OUTLOOK
Thinking of the COVID-19 pandemic, do you think...
The worst of the crisis is behind us: 1
We are currently experiencing the worst of the crisis: 2
The worst of the crisis is yet to come: 3
Don't know: 98
I don't consider the COVID-19 pandemic to be a crisis: 4
OUTLOOK1
When do you expect that day-to-day life in Canada will resemble pre-pandemic times?
Day-to-day life already resembles pre-pandemic times: 1
Within one to two months: 2
Within three to six months: 3
Longer than six months: 4
Never: 5
Don't know: 98
PREOUTLOOK2
At the moment, how much do you worry about the following topics:
OUTLOOK2A
The impact of COVID-19 on the economy
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2B
Inflation or cost-of-living increases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2L
The possibility of a recession
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2N
Climate change
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2O
Increasing divisiveness and/or conflict within society
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
PREOUTLOOK3
At the moment, how much do you worry about the following health-related topics:
OUTLOOK3A
The pandemic's impact on the mental health of Canadians
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3B
The emergence of another wave of COVID-19 cases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3C
The emergence of a new variant of the COVID-19 virus
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3D
Lockdowns or other public health restrictions being reintroduced
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3E
The health system being overloaded
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3G
The effects of long COVID (i.e. people experiencing symptoms lasting for weeks or months after a COVID-19 infection)
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3I
The pandemic's long-term effects on children's development
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3K
Becoming infected or re-infected with COVID-19
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3L
A monkeypox outbreak
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3M
A resurgence of polio cases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK8
Do you think that we are currently experiencing a wave of COVID-19 cases?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
BIVALENT2
Do you think that new COVID-19 vaccines targeting the omicron variant are more or less effective than earlier vaccines targeted at the original strain of COVID-19?
A lot less effective: 1
Somewhat less effective: 2
Somewhat more effective: 3
A lot more effective: 4
About the same (both are ineffective): 5
About the same (both are effective): 6
Thank You
Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey. We hope that you will participate in our next survey.
The present study deals with topics related to the COVID-19 pandemic that you might have found distressing. If you found participation distressing, we want to encourage you to consider free mental health services including the following: Crisis Services Canada and other resources:
Unfortunately, based on your responses you are ineligible to participate in this survey. Thank you for your time!
Wave 6
Online Introduction
In partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), the Government of Canada is conducting a research study on the impact of COVID-19. Ekos has been hired to administer this survey. Si vous préférez répondre au sondage en français, veuillez cliquer sur français. The survey takes about 20 minutes to complete and is voluntary and completely confidential.
Your responses will be identified by a subject number and the researchers will not know your identity or your personal information. Review Ekos' privacy policy here.
The purpose of this study is to improve actions taken by the government in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Your answers will be used for research purposes and to help improve the COVID-19 outbreak response. Please complete the survey in one sitting.
Further information about this study:
This is the sixth survey in the study and there are two more surveys to come over the next few months.
Your data will be treated in accordance with the provisions of the Government of Canada Privacy Policy.
Your participation in the study is voluntary and your responses will be kept entirely confidential.
You may stop the survey at any time and without giving reasons.
All willing respondents will be asked to complete updated versions of this survey two more times because your continued participation allows us to track opinions and behaviours about COVID-19 among the same cohort of individuals as they evolve over time. We greatly appreciate repeat participation.
I agree to participate in the study and understand that my answers will be used to advance knowledge about how Canadians are experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic, which may inform future actions taken by the government and help contribute to science.
I agree to the processing of my personal data in accordance with the information provided here.
I am aware that the data will be published in anonymous form to promote transparency in research.
I agree to participate: 1
No, I don't want to participate: 2 - THNK2
DEMO
Thank you for deciding to participate in this study. First, please provide us with some information about yourself.
QAGE
In what year were you born?
Enter year: 7777
I prefer not to answer: 9999
QAGE1
If... QAGE = 9999
In which of the following age categories do you belong?
Under 18: 98 - THNK2
18 to 24: 1
25 to 34: 2
35 to 44: 3
45 to 54: 4
55 to 64: 5
65 to 74: 6
75 and older: 7
GENDER
What best describes your gender? Refers to current gender which may be different from sex assigned at birth and may be different from what is indicated on your legal documents.
Man: 1
Woman: 2
Non-binary 5 B
I use a different term 6 B
Prefer not to say 4 B
PREG
Are you currently pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or have you given birth within the last year?
I am currently pregnant: 1
I'm currently planning and/or trying to become pregnant (i.e. within the next year): 2
I gave birth within the last year: 3
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to answer: 99
None of the above: 97
PREG2
If... PREG = 1,2,3
Have you breastfed or chestfed your child(ren) in the past year, or are you planning to do so in the next year?
Yes: 1
No: 2
VAX_STATUS
Have you received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes - one dose: 1
Yes - two doses: 2
Yes - three doses: 3
Yes - four doses: 4
Yes - five doses: 6
No: 5
PROVINCE
In which province or territory do you live?
Select one only
Alberta: 2
British Columbia: 1
Manitoba: 4
New Brunswick: 7
Newfoundland and Labrador: 10
Northwest Territories: 12
Nova Scotia: 8
Nunavut: 13
Ontario: 5
Prince Edward Island: 9
Quebec: 6
Saskatchewan: 3
Yukon: 11
EDUCATION
If... New respondent
What is the highest level of formal education that you have completed?
Select one only
Elementary school or less: 1
Some high school: 2
High school diploma or equivalent: 3
Registered Apprenticeship or other trades certificate or diploma: 4
Partial college/university education: 5
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma: 6
University certificate or diploma below bachelor's level: 7
Bachelor's degree: 8
Postgraduate degree above bachelor's level: 9
QLANGUAGE
If... New respondent
Which language do you speak most often at home?
English: 1
French: 2
Other (please specify): 77
HEALTH_WORKER
If... New respondent
Are you a health care provider (i.e., nurse, medical doctor, paramedic, first responder, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, mental health worker, dentist, etc.)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
ILLNESS
If... New respondent
Do you have a serious, long-term illness, like diabetes, emphysema, or high blood pressure?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
DISABILITY
If... New respondent
Do you identify as a person with a disability? A person with a disability is a person who has a long-term or recurring impairment (such as vision, hearing, mobility, flexibility, dexterity, pain, learning, developmental, memory or mental health-related) which limits their daily activities inside or outside the home (such as at school, work, or in the community in general).
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to say: 99
URBAN
If... New respondent
Which of the following best describes the place where you live now?
A large city: 1
A suburb near a large city: 2
A small city or town: 3
A rural area: 4
CHILDREN
Do you have children under 18 years of age?
Yes: 1
No: 2
CHILDREN1
If... CHILDREN = 1
How many children under 18 years of age do you have?
77: 77
CHILDREN2 [1,3]
If... CHILDREN = 1
What are the ages of your children?
Select all that apply.
4 years old or under: 1
5 to 11 years old: 2
12 to 17 years old: 3
EMPLOYMENT
Which of the following categories best describes your current employment status?
Please select one only.
Working full-time (30 or more hours per week): 1
Working part-time (less than 30 hours per week): 2
Full-time self-employed: 3
Part-time self-employed: 4
Unemployed: 5
A student: 6
Retired: 7
Full-time homemaker: 8
Other: 9
CITIZENSHIP
If... New respondent
Where were you born?
Born in Canada: 1
Born outside Canada: 2
IMMIGRATION
If... CITIZENSHIP = 2
In what year did you first move to Canada?
Enter year: 7777
I prefer not to answer: 9999
ETHNICITY [1,13]
If... New respondent
You may belong to one or more racial or cultural groups on the following list.
Select all that apply.
White: 1
South Asian (e.g., East Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, etc.): 3
Chinese: 2
Black: 4
Filipino: 5
Latin American: 6
Arab: 7
Southeast Asian (e.g., Vietnamese, Cambodian, Malaysian, Thai, Laotian, etc.): 8
West Asian (e.g., Iranian, Afghan, etc.): 9
Korean: 10
Japanese: 11
Indigenous person (First Nations, Métis or Inuk (Inuit)): 12
Other (Please specify): 77
Prefer not to say: 99 X
INCOME
If... New respondent
Which of the following categories best describes your total household income. That is, the total income of all persons in your household combined, before taxes?
Under $20,000: 1
$20,000 to just under $40,000: 2
$40,000 to just under $60,000: 3
$60,000 to just under $80,000: 4
$80,000 to just under $100,000: 5
$100,000 to just under $150,000: 6
$150,000 to just under $200,000: 7
$200,000 to just under $250,000: 8
$250,000 and above: 9
Prefer not to say: 99
Don't know: 98
HOUSEHOLD
If... New respondent
How many people, including yourself, are supported by your total household income?
77: 77
SEX_ORIENTATION
If... New respondent
What best describes your sexual orientation?
Heterosexual: 1
Gay and/or lesbian: 2
Bisexual: 3
Other: 4
Prefer not to answer: 99
Don't know: 98
RELIGIOUS
If... New respondent
In your life, you would say religion is...
Not at all important: 1
Not very important: 2
Somewhat important: 3
Very important: 4
CAREPROVIDER
Do you have access to a primary care provider (i.e., family doctor or nurse practitioner that you can see for regular check-ups, when you get sick, to ask medical advice, and so on)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
SECTA
The following section asks about certain public health measures as well as your experiences with COVID-19 vaccination.
INFECTION
Are you or have you been infected with COVID-19?
Yes - confirmed by a PCR test: 1
Yes - confirmed by a rapid test: 2
I think so, but I didn't/couldn't get tested: 4
No: 3
Unsure: 5
LONG_COVID
If... INFECTION = 1,24
Have you experienced any symptoms of long COVID (i.e. physical or psychological symptoms lasting more than 12 weeks after getting COVID-19)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure: 3
LONG_COVID3 [1,11]
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4 and LONG_COVID = 1,3
Which symptoms of long COVID have you experienced?
Select all that apply.
Fatigue: 1
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing: 2
Memory, concentration, or sleep problems: 3
Persistent cough: 4
Chest pain: 5
Trouble speaking: 6
Muscle aches: 7
Loss of smell or taste: 8
Depression or anxiety: 9
Fever: 10
Other, please specify: 77
I did not experience any symptoms of long COVID 97 X
LONG_COVID1
Do you know anyone personally that has experienced long COVID symptoms (i.e., physical or psychological symptoms lasting more than 12 weeks after getting COVID-19)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure: 3
PRETEST
In the past four weeks, have you...
TESTD
Been tested for COVID-19 using a PCR test
Yes: 1
No: 2
TESTE
Been tested for COVID-19 using a rapid test
Yes: 1
No: 2
TESTF
Tested someone else for COVID-19 using a rapid test (e.g., a child, a family member, etc.)
Yes: 1
No: 2
PREPREV_BEHAVIOURS
In the past month, how often have you used the following measures to avoid getting COVID-19 or to prevent the spread of COVID-19?
PREV_BEHAVIOURSA
Wore a face mask when it was mandatory
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSB
Wore a face mask when it was not mandatory
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSC
Chose to meet with others outdoors instead of indoors
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSD
Took steps to improve indoor air quality (e.g. opened windows, used a HEPA filter)
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSH
Avoided public places and events
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSG
Stayed home when you were sick
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREPREV_BEHAVIOURS2
If you had to guess, approximately what percentage of other Canadian adults often or always used the following public health measure in the past month?
PREV_BEHAVIOURS2A
Wore a face mask when it was mandatory
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURS2B
Wore a face mask when it was not mandatory
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURS2C
Chose to meet with others outdoors instead of indoors
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURS2D
Took steps to improve indoor air quality (e.g. opened windows, used a HEPA filter)
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURS2H
Avoided public places and events
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURS2G
Stayed home when they were sick
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
SICK3
In the past month, were you sick with a fever, cough, sore throat, or runny nose?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure: 3
PRESICK5
If... SICK3 = 1,3
In the past month, how often did you practice the following health measures while sick?
SICK5A
If... SICK3 = 1,3
Stayed home when sick
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
SICK5B
If... SICK3 = 1,3
Wore a mask indoors when sharing a space with others
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
SICK4 [1,7]
If... SICK3 = 1,3 and SICK5A = 1,2,3
You indicated that you sometimes, rarely or never stayed home when you were sick in the past month. Please explain why you did not stay home some or all of the time.
Select all that apply.
I could not miss work or school: 1
Caregiver or family duties: 2
Health appointment: 3
Social plans: 4
Personal choice: 5
Picking up necessities (e.g., groceries, medication, etc.) for myself or someone else: 6
Other, please specify: 77 B
MASK_SCENARIOS [1,12]
If... PREV_BEHAVIOURSB = 3,4,5
You've indicated that you wore a mask in the past month. In which scenario(s) do you usually wear a mask?
Select all that apply.
Taking public transit: 1
Grocery shopping: 2
Visiting a shopping mall or retail store: 3
Visiting a restaurant: 4
Attending health appointments (i.e., dentist, doctor, etc.): 5
Visiting settings where people at risk of more severe disease or outcomes may be present (e.g., long-term care home, retirement residence, pharmacy, etc.): 6
Visiting an exercise facility: 7
While at work: 8
Attending a large indoor gathering (e.g., wedding, concert, religious practice/ceremony, etc.): 9
Attending a large outdoor gathering: 10
In a small indoor gathering with individuals outside of your household: 11
Other, please specify: 77 B
None of the above: 97 BX
ROTMEAS_EFFECT
Assigns a random number between 1 and: 2
1 – See MEAS_EFFECT1: 1
2 – See MEAS_EFFECT2: 2
PREMEAS_EFFECT1
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 1
In your opinion, how effective would your consistent use of the following public health measures be at reducing the spread of COVID-19?
MEAS_EFFECT1A
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 1
Wearing a mask
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Unsure: 98
MEAS_EFFECT1B
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 1
Isolating at home when you have symptoms of COVID-19
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Unsure: 98
MEAS_EFFECT1C
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 1
Isolating at home when you have tested positive for COVID-19 but don't have any symptoms
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Unsure: 98
MEAS_EFFECT1D
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 1
Isolating at home when you have been in close contact with a COVID-19 case but have not tested positive for COVID-19
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Unsure: 98
MEAS_EFFECT1E
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 1
Washing your hands
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Unsure: 98
MEAS_EFFECT1F
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 1
Avoiding large gatherings
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Unsure: 98
MEAS_EFFECT1G
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 1
Improving indoor ventilation
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Unsure: 98
PREMEAS_EFFECT2
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 2
In your opinion, how effective would consistent use of the following public health measures among a majority of Canadians be at reducing the spread of COVID-19?
MEAS_EFFECT2A
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 2
Wearing a mask
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Unsure: 98
MEAS_EFFECT2B
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 2
Isolating at home when they have symptoms of COVID-19
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Unsure: 98
MEAS_EFFECT2C
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 2
Isolating at home when they have tested positive for COVID-19 but don't have any symptoms
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Unsure: 98
MEAS_EFFECT2D
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 2
Isolating at home when they have been in close contact with a COVID-19 case but have not tested positive for COVID-19
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Unsure: 98
MEAS_EFFECT2E
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 2
Hand washing
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Unsure: 98
MEAS_EFFECT2F
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 2
Avoiding large gatherings
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Unsure: 98
MEAS_EFFECT2G
If... ROTMEAS_EFFECT = 2
Improving indoor ventilation
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Unsure: 98
PREBEHAVIOURS
In the past two weeks, have you...
BEHAVIOURSA
Visited indoors with friends and family that are not part of your household
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSB
Sat inside a bar or restaurant
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSC
Travelled to another province or territory
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSD
Travelled to another country
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSE
Worked or gone to school in an indoor setting (e.g., office, store, classroom)
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSF
Gone to the gym, an exercise class, or indoor sports activity
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSG
Attended an indoor sporting event and/or concert
Yes: 1
No: 2
PREFATIGUE1
In the future, if the following public health measures had to be implemented or reintroduced to prevent a widespread outbreak, would you support them?
FATIGUE1A
Gathering limits
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1B
Stay-at-home orders
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1C
Closing of businesses
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1D
Travel restrictions/border closures
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1F
School or daycare closures
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1G
A requirement to wear a mask in indoor public settings
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1I
Requirements to provide proof of 2 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine for certain activities
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1J
Requirements to provide proof of 3 or more doses of a COVID-19 vaccine for certain activities
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1K
A requirement to wear a mask in schools
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
MASK5
How likely are you to wear a mask in public for reasons other than COVID-19 (e.g., colds, flu, other viruses)?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
BOOSTER
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
How likely are you to get a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
VAX_OPEN1
If... VAX_STATUS = 2
You've indicated that you have received two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine. In a few words, please explain why you have not gotten a third dose so far.
77: 77
VAX_OPEN3
If... VAX_STATUS = 3
You've indicated that you have received three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine. In a few words, please explain your main reasons for choosing to get a third dose.
77: 77
VAX_OPEN4
If... VAX_STATUS = 4
You've indicated that you have received four doses of a COVID-19 vaccine. In a few words, please explain your main reasons for choosing to get a fourth dose.
77: 77
PREG_RISK2A
If... PREG = 1,2,3
To what extent [PREG = 1,2]are[Else]were you worried about the risks to yourself of COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy?
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
PREG_RISK2B
If... PREG = 1,2,3
To what extent [PREG = 1,2]are[Else]were you worried about the risks to your unborn baby of COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy?
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
PREG_RISK1A
If... PREG = 1,2,3
To what extent [PREG = 1,2]are[Else]were you worried about the risks to yourself of being infected with COVID-19 during pregnancy?
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
PREG_RISK1B
If... PREG = 1,2,3
To what extent [PREG = 1,2]are[Else]were you worried about the risks to your unborn baby of you being infected with COVID-19 during pregnancy?
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
PREBOOSTER3
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
To what extent would each of the following hypothetical scenarios make you more or less likely to get a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
BOOSTER3A
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get the vaccine at a convenient location and time
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3B
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You received a financial reward upon receiving the vaccine
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3C
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You received paid time off work to get the vaccine
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3D
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You received paid sick time off work if you experienced side effects from the vaccine
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3E
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
Proof of a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose was required to engage in certain activities, such as travelling abroad or flying on a plane
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3F
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get a new formulation of vaccine that targets COVID-19 variants
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3G
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get a new, more effective vaccine that better prevents infection
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3H
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get a COVID-19 booster dose at the same time as your annual flu shot
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3I
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
A new, more severe variant of COVID-19 started spreading
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3J
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
The definition of "fully vaccinated" was changed to requiring at least [VAX_STATUS = 2]three[VAX_STATUS = 3]four doses
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
VAX_CONSENSUS1
If you had to guess, approximately what percentage of Canadian adults have at least three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine?
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
VAX_CONSENSUS2
If you had to guess, approximately what percentage of your family and friends have at least three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine?
0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
100%: 11
Don't know: 98
FLU_VAX
How likely are you to get a flu shot during the 2022-2023 flu season?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Unsure: 8
I already got a flu shot this year: 9
HEALTH_CRISIS
To what extent do you agree or disagree that [PROVINCE = 1]British Columbia[PROVINCE = 2]Alberta[PROVINCE = 3]Saskatchewan[PROVINCE = 4]Manitoba[PROVINCE = 5]Ontario[PROVINCE = 6]Quebec[PROVINCE = 7]New Brunswick[PROVINCE = 8]Nova Scotia[PROVINCE = 9]Prince Edward Island[PROVINCE = 10]Newfoundland and Labrador[PROVINCE = 11]Yukon[PROVINCE = 12]Northwest Territories[PROVINCE = 13]Nunavut[Else]your region is currently facing a healthcare crisis as a result of respiratory illnesses like the flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and COVID-19?
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
Don't know: 98
CHILD_VAX
If... CHILDREN2 = 3
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 12-17 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
Yes, three doses: 3
No: 4
CHILD_BOOSTER
If... CHILDREN2 = 3 and CHILD_VAX = 2
Thinking about your child(ren) aged 12-17, will they receive a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a third dose as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a third dose, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a third dose: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX3
If... CHILDREN2 = 2
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 5-11 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
Yes, three doses: 4
No: 3
CHILD_VAX5
If... CHILDREN2 = 2 and CHILD_VAX3 = 3
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: Now that a COVID-19 vaccine is recommended and available for my child(ren) aged 5-11, I will get them vaccinated.
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but would want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_BOOSTER2
If... CHILDREN2 = 2 and CHILD_VAX3 = 2
Thinking about your child(ren) aged 5-11, will they receive a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a third dose as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a third dose, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a third dose: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX9
If... CHILDREN2 = 1
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 4 or under received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
No: 3
CHILD_VAX6
If... CHILDREN2 = 1 and CHILD_VAX9 = 3
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: Now that a COVID-19 vaccine is available for child(ren) aged 6 months to 4 years, I will get my children vaccinated.
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_OPEN
If... CHILDREN = 1 and (CHILD_VAX = 4 or CHILD_VAX3 = 3 or CHILD_VAX9 = 3)
In a few words, please explain why one or all of your children have not yet received a COVID-19 vaccine.
77: 77
PRECHILDVAX_SCENARIOS
If... CHILDREN = 1
To what extent would each of the following hypothetical scenarios make you more or less likely to get your child(ren) vaccinated?
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSA
If... CHILDREN = 1
They could be vaccinated at a convenient location and time
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 6
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSB
If... CHILDREN = 1
They could be vaccinated at their school or childcare centre
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 6
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSC
If... CHILDREN = 1
Proof of vaccination was required for them to engage in certain activities, such as travelling abroad or flying on a plane
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 6
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSD
If... CHILDREN = 1
Proof of vaccination was required for them to attend school or daycare
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 6
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSE
If... CHILDREN = 1
They could get a new formulation of vaccine that targets COVID-19 variants
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 6
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSF
If... CHILDREN = 1
They could get a new, more effective vaccine that better prevents infection
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 6
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSG
If... CHILDREN = 1
They could get a COVID-19 vaccine during the same visit as other routine vaccinations (e.g., flu vaccination or MMR vaccine)
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 6
CHILDVAX_SCENARIOSH
If... CHILDREN = 1
A new, more severe variant of COVID-19 started spreading
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 6
CHILD_COVID
If... CHILDREN = 1
Have any of your children been infected with COVID-19?
Yes - confirmed by a PCR test: 1
Yes - confirmed by a rapid test: 2
I think so, but they didn't/couldn't get tested: 3
No: 4
Unsure: 5
CHILD_VAX8
If... CHILDREN = 1
How worried are you about your child(ren) becoming infected with COVID-19?
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
CHILD_SICK
If... CHILDREN = 1
In recent months, how often has/have your child(ren) been sick with illnesses other than COVID-19 compared to before the pandemic?
Much less than before the pandemic: 1
Less than before the pandemic: 2
The same as before the pandemic: 3
More than before the pandemic: 4
Much more than before the pandemic: 5
Not applicable I didn't have children before the pandemic: 6
CHILD_FLU
If... CHILDREN = 1
How likely are you to get a flu shot for your child(ren) during the 2022-2023 flu season?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Unsure: 8
My child(ren) already got a flu shot this year: 9
SECTB
The following section asks about your trust in news and information sources.
PRETRUST_INFO
To what extent do you trust or distrust the following sources for information on COVID-19?
TRUST_INFOA
Television news
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOB
Radio, podcasts and other broadcasts
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOC
Newspapers and other journalism (including news websites)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOD
Canadian federal government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOE
Provincial/Territorial government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOF
International health authorities (e.g. World Health Organization)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOG
Healthcare workers (e.g. doctors, nurses)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOH
Scientists
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOI
Social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOJ
Celebrities
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOK
Online search engines (e.g. Google)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOL
Friends and family
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOM
Work/school colleagues
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFON
Federal public health leaders
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOO
Provincial public health leaders
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
NEWS
How closely, if at all, have you been following news on COVID-19 over the past month?
Following it very closely: 1
Following it pretty closely: 2
Following it a little: 3
Not following it at all: 4
GOVT_TRUST
Please indicate whether, in general, you trust or distrust the Canadian federal government.
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
SECTC
This section asks about your knowledge and opinions on the COVID-19 virus.
PREMIDI_ACCURACY6
To the best of your knowledge, how accurate or inaccurate are the claims in each of the following statements?
MIDI_ACCURACY6A
44% of pregnant women who participated in a Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine trial had miscarriages
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 4
Somewhat accurate: 5
Mostly accurate: 6
Completely accurate: 7
MIDI_ACCURACY6B
UN health experts admit toxic vaccine ingredients are harming children worldwide
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 4
Somewhat accurate: 5
Mostly accurate: 6
Completely accurate: 7
MIDI_ACCURACY6C
Getting an annual flu shot means you don't need to get a COVID booster shot
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 4
Somewhat accurate: 5
Mostly accurate: 6
Completely accurate: 7
MIDI_ACCURACY6D
The COVID-19 vaccine interferes with the development of the placenta during pregnancy
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 4
Somewhat accurate: 5
Mostly accurate: 6
Completely accurate: 7
MIDI_ACCURACY6E
The COVID-19 vaccine enters your cells and changes your DNA
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 4
Somewhat accurate: 5
Mostly accurate: 6
Completely accurate: 7
MIDI_ACCURACY6F
Monkeypox was only prevalent in countries administering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 4
Somewhat accurate: 5
Mostly accurate: 6
Completely accurate: 7
MIDI_ACCURACY6G
A Canadian children's hospital's cardiac unit was expanded to treat vaccine side effects
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 4
Somewhat accurate: 5
Mostly accurate: 6
Completely accurate: 7
MIDI_ACCURACY6H
Side effects such as fever, chills, tiredness, and headache can occur after getting a COVID-19 vaccine
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 4
Somewhat accurate: 5
Mostly accurate: 6
Completely accurate: 7
MIDI_ACCURACY6I
Pregnant women can experience changes to their immune systems that can make them more vulnerable to respiratory viruses like COVID-19
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 4
Somewhat accurate: 5
Mostly accurate: 6
Completely accurate: 7
MIDI_ACCURACY6J
People of all ages, including children, can be infected by the COVID-19 virus
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 4
Somewhat accurate: 5
Mostly accurate: 6
Completely accurate: 7
MIDI_ACCURACY6K
Most people who get COVID-19 have mild or moderate symptoms and recover
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 4
Somewhat accurate: 5
Mostly accurate: 6
Completely accurate: 7
MIDI_ACCURACY6L
Some COVID-19 patients still have COVID-19 after symptoms disappear
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 4
Somewhat accurate: 5
Mostly accurate: 6
Completely accurate: 7
MIDI_ACCURACY6M
Thermal scanners and thermometers CANNOT detect COVID-19
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 4
Somewhat accurate: 5
Mostly accurate: 6
Completely accurate: 7
MIDI_ACCURACY6N
None of the COVID-19 vaccines authorized for use in Canada contain the live SARS-CoV-2 virus
Completely inaccurate: 1
Mostly inaccurate: 2
Somewhat inaccurate: 3
Don't know: 4
Somewhat accurate: 5
Mostly accurate: 6
Completely accurate: 7
PRESOCIAL_MEDIA
If... New respondent
In the past month, how often did you use each of the following platforms?
SOCIAL_MEDIAA
If... New respondent
Facebook
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAB
If... New respondent
Twitter
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAC
If... New respondent
Instagram
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAD
If... New respondent
TikTok
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAE
If... New respondent
Reddit
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAF
If... New respondent
YouTube
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
PRECONS_MENT
If... New respondent
For each of the statements below, please use the scale (0%-100%) to indicate how likely it is that the statement is true. Remember that there are no "objectively" right or wrong answers. We are interested in your personal opinion.
CONS_MENTA
If... New respondent
I think that many very important things happen in the world, which the public is never informed about.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTB
If... New respondent
I think that politicians usually do not tell us the true motives for their decisions.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTC
If... New respondent
I think that government agencies closely monitor all citizens.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTD
If... New respondent
I think that events which superficially seem to lack a connection are often the result of secret activities.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTE
If... New respondent
I think that there are secret organizations that greatly influence political decisions.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
PREQAOTE
If... New respondent
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statements.
QAOTEA
If... New respondent
It is important to be loyal to your beliefs even when evidence is brought to bear against them.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEB
If... New respondent
Whether something feels true is more important than evidence.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEC
If... New respondent
Just because evidence conflicts with my current beliefs does not mean my beliefs are wrong.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTED
If... New respondent
There may be evidence that goes against what you believe but that does not mean you have to change your beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEE
If... New respondent
Even if there is concrete evidence against what you believe to be true, it is OK to maintain cherished beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEF
If... New respondent
Regardless of the topic, what you believe to be true is more important than evidence against your beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
SECTD
The following section asks about how the pandemic has affected your wellbeing and mental health.
LIFE_SATISFACTION
All things considered, how satisfied are you with your life as a whole?
Completely dissatisfied: 1
Mostly dissatisfied: 2
Somewhat dissatisfied: 3
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied: 4
Somewhat satisfied: 5
Mostly satisfied: 6
Completely satisfied: 7
MENTAL_HEALTH1
In general, would you say your mental health is:
Poor: 1
Fair: 2
Good: 3
Very good: 4
Excellent: 5
PHYSICAL_HEALTH
In general, would you say your physical health is:
Poor: 1
Fair: 2
Good: 3
Very good: 4
Excellent: 5
PREMOOD1
In the past two weeks, how often have you felt...
MOOD1A
Anxious or on edge
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1B
Stressed
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1C
Lonely
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1D
Depressed
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1E
Burnt out
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
PRESOCCAP_BOND
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements?
SOCCAPA
There is someone I can turn to for advice about making very important decisions.
Strongly disagree: 1
Somewhat disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Somewhat agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
SOCCAPB
When I feel lonely, there are several people I can talk to.
Strongly disagree: 1
Somewhat disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Somewhat agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
SOCCAPC
If I needed an emergency loan of $500, I know someone I could turn to.
Strongly disagree: 1
Somewhat disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Somewhat agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
SECTE
The following section asks about your outlook about the pandemic and the future.
OUTLOOK
Thinking of the COVID-19 pandemic, do you think...
The worst of the crisis is behind us: 1
We are currently experiencing the worst of the crisis: 2
The worst of the crisis is yet to come: 3
Don't know: 98
I don't consider the COVID-19 pandemic to be a crisis: 4
OUTLOOK1
When do you expect that day-to-day life in Canada will resemble pre-pandemic times?
Day-to-day life already resembles pre-pandemic times: 1
Within one to two months: 2
Within three to six months: 3
Longer than six months: 4
Never: 5
Don't know: 98
PREOUTLOOK2
At the moment, how much do you worry about the following topics:
OUTLOOK2A
The impact of COVID-19 on the economy
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2B
Inflation or cost-of-living increases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2L
The possibility of a recession
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2N
Climate change
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2O
Increasing divisiveness and/or conflict within society
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
PREOUTLOOK3
At the moment, how much do you worry about the following health-related topics:
OUTLOOK3A
The pandemic's impact on the mental health of Canadians
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3B
The emergence of another wave of COVID-19 cases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3C
The emergence of a new variant of the COVID-19 virus
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3D
Lockdowns or other public health restrictions being reintroduced
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3E
The health system being overloaded
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3G
The effects of long COVID (i.e. people experiencing symptoms lasting for weeks or months after a COVID-19 infection)
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3I
The pandemic's long-term effects on children's development
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3K
Becoming infected or re-infected with COVID-19
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3L
A monkeypox outbreak
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3M
A resurgence of polio cases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
Thank You
Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey. We hope that you will participate in our next survey.
The present study deals with topics related to the COVID-19 pandemic that you might have found distressing. If you found participation distressing, we want to encourage you to consider free mental health services including the following:
Unfortunately, based on your responses you are ineligible to participate in this survey. Thank you for your time!
Wave 7
Online Introduction
In partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), the Government of Canada is conducting a research study on the impact of COVID-19. EKOS has been hired to administer this survey. Si vous préférez répondre au sondage en français, veuillez cliquer sur français. The survey takes about 20 minutes to complete and is voluntary and completely confidential.
Your responses will be identified by a subject number and the researchers will not know your identity or your personal information. Review EKOS' privacy policy here.
The purpose of this study is to improve actions taken by the government in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Your answers will be used for research purposes and to help improve the COVID-19 outbreak response. Please complete the survey in one sitting.
Further information about this study:
This is the seventh survey in the study and there is one more survey to come in May.
Your data will be treated in accordance with the provisions of the Government of Canada Privacy Policy.
Your participation in the study is voluntary and your responses will be kept entirely confidential.
You may stop the survey at any time and without giving reasons.
All willing respondents will be asked to complete updated versions of this survey one more time because your continued participation allows us to track opinions and behaviours about COVID-19 among the same cohort of individuals as they evolve over time. We greatly appreciate repeat participation.
I agree to participate in the study and understand that my answers will be used to advance knowledge about how Canadians are experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic, which may inform future actions taken by the government and help contribute to science.
I agree to the processing of my personal data in accordance with the information provided here.
I am aware that the data will be published in anonymous form to promote transparency in research.
I agree to participate: 1
No, I don't want to participate: 2 - THNK2
DEMO
Thank you for deciding to participate in this study. First, please provide us with some information about yourself.
QAGE
In what year were you born?
Enter year: 7777
I prefer not to answer: 9999
QAGE1
If... QAGE = 9999
In which of the following age categories do you belong?
Under 18: 98 - THNK2
18 to 24: 1
25 to 34: 2
35 to 44: 3
45 to 54: 4
55 to 64: 5
65 to 74: 6
75 and older: 7
GENDER
What best describes your gender? Refers to current gender which may be different from sex assigned at birth and may be different from what is indicated on your legal documents.
Man: 1
Woman: 2
Non-binary: 5 B
I use a different term: 6 B
Prefer not to say: 4 B
PREG
Are you currently pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or have you given birth within the last year?
I am currently pregnant: 1
I'm currently planning and/or trying to become pregnant (i.e. within the next year): 2
I gave birth within the last year: 3
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to answer: 99
None of the above: 97
PROVINCE
In which province or territory do you live?
Select one only
Alberta: 2
British Columbia: 1
Manitoba: 4
New Brunswick: 7
Newfoundland and Labrador: 10
Northwest Territories: 12
Nova Scotia: 8
Nunavut: 13
Ontario: 5
Prince Edward Island: 9
Quebec: 6
Saskatchewan: 3
Yukon: 11
EDUCATION
If... New respondent
What is the highest level of formal education that you have completed?
Select one only
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Elementary school or less: 1
Some high school: 2
High school diploma or equivalent: 3
Registered Apprenticeship or other trades certificate or diploma: 4
Partial college/university education: 5
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma: 6
University certificate or diploma below bachelor's level: 7
Bachelor's degree: 8
Postgraduate degree above bachelor's level: 9
QLANGUAGE
If... New respondent
Which language do you speak most often at home?
English: 1
French: 2
Other (please specify): 77
HEALTH_WORKER
If... New respondent
Are you a health care provider (i.e., nurse, medical doctor, paramedic, first responder, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, mental health worker, dentist, etc.)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
ILLNESS
If... New respondent
Do you have a serious, long-term illness, like diabetes, emphysema, or high blood pressure?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
DISABILITY
If... New respondent
Do you identify as a person with a disability? A person with a disability is a person who has a long-term or recurring impairment (such as vision, hearing, mobility, flexibility, dexterity, pain, learning, developmental, memory or mental health-related) which limits their daily activities inside or outside the home (such as at school, work, or in the community in general).
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to say: 99
URBAN
If... New respondent
Which of the following best describes the place where you live now?
A large city: 1
A suburb near a large city: 2
A small city or town: 3
A rural area: 4
CHILDREN
Do you have children under 18 years of age?
Yes: 1
No: 2
CHILDREN1
If... CHILDREN = 1
How many children under 18 years of age do you have?
77: 77
CHILDREN2 [1,3]
If... CHILDREN = 1
What are the ages of your children?
Select all that apply.
4 years old or under: 1
5 to 11 years old: 2
12 to 17 years old: 3
EMPLOYMENT
Which of the following categories best describes your current employment status?
Please select one only.
Working full-time (30 or more hours per week): 1
Working part-time (less than 30 hours per week): 2
Full-time self-employed: 3
Part-time self-employed: 4
Unemployed: 5
A student: 6
Retired: 7
Full-time homemaker: 8
Other: 9
CITIZENSHIP
If... New respondent
Where were you born?
Born in Canada: 1
Born outside Canada: 2
IMMIGRATION
If... CITIZENSHIP = 2
In what year did you first move to Canada?
Enter year: 7777
I prefer not to answer: 9999
ETHNICITY [1,13]
If... New respondent
You may belong to one or more racial or cultural groups on the following list.
Select all that apply.
White: 1
South Asian (e.g., East Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, etc.): 3
Chinese: 2
Black: 4
Filipino: 5
Latin American: 6
Arab: 7
Southeast Asian (e.g., Vietnamese, Cambodian, Malaysian, Thai, Laotian, etc.): 8
West Asian (e.g., Iranian, Afghan, etc.): 9
Korean: 10
Japanese: 11
Indigenous person (First Nations, Métis or Inuk (Inuit)): 12
Other (Please specify): 77
Prefer not to say: 99 X
INCOME
If... New respondent
Which of the following categories best describes your total household income. That is, the total income of all persons in your household combined, before taxes?
Under $20,000: 1
$20,000 to just under $40,000: 2
$40,000 to just under $60,000: 3
$60,000 to just under $80,000: 4
$80,000 to just under $100,000: 5
$100,000 to just under $150,000: 6
$150,000 to just under $200,000: 7
$200,000 to just under $250,000: 8
$250,000 and above: 9
Prefer not to say: 99
Don't know: 98
HOUSEHOLD
If... New respondent
How many people, including yourself, are supported by your total household income?
77: 77
SEX_ORIENTATION
If... New respondent
What best describes your sexual orientation?
Heterosexual: 1
Gay and/or lesbian: 2
Bisexual: 3
Other: 4
Prefer not to answer: 99
Don't know: 98
RELIGIOUS
If... New respondent
In your life, you would say religion is...
Not at all important: 1
Not very important: 2
Somewhat important: 3
Very important: 4
CAREPROVIDER
Do you have access to a primary care provider (i.e., family doctor or nurse practitioner that you can see for regular check-ups, when you get sick, to ask medical advice, and so on)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
SECTA
The following section asks about certain public health measures as well as your experiences with COVID-19 vaccination.
FLU_SHOT
Did you get a flu shot this season (fall 2022 or winter 2023)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
INFECTION
Are you or have you been infected with COVID-19?
Yes confirmed by a PCR test: 1
Yes confirmed by a rapid test: 2
I think so, but I didn't/couldn't get tested: 4
No: 3
Unsure: 5
INFECTION1
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4
How many times have you been infected with COVID-19?
Once: 1
Twice: 2
Three times: 3
Four or more times: 4
Unsure: 5
PREINFECTION4
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4 and INFECTION1 = 1,2,3,4
You've indicated that you were infected with COVID-19 [INFECTION1 = 1]once[INFECTION1 = 2]twice[INFECTION1 = 3]three times[Else]four or more times. In which month(s) were you infected?
[INFECTION1 = 4]Please enter the date for the 3 most recent times you were infected.
INFECTION4A
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4 and INFECTION1 = 1,2,3,4
First infection
Please select the month: 5000 N
December 2019: 1012
January 2020: 2001
February 2020: 2002
March 2020: 2003
April 2020: 2004
May 2020: 2005
June 2020: 2006
July 2020: 2007
August 2020: 2008
September 2020: 2009
October 2020: 2010
November 2020: 2011
December 2020: 2012
January 2021: 3001
February 2021: 3002
March 2021: 3003
April 2021: 3004
May 2021: 3005
June 2021: 3006
July 2021: 3007
August 2021: 3008
September 2021: 3009
October 2021: 3010
November 2021: 3011
December 2021: 3012
January 2022: 4001
February 2022: 4002
March 2022: 4003
April 2022: 4004
May 2022: 4005
June 2022: 4006
July 2022: 4007
August 2022: 4008
September 2022: 4009
October 2022: 4010
November 2022: 4011
December 2022: 4012
January 2023: 5001
February 2023: 5002
INFECTION4B
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4 and INFECTION1 = 2,3,4
Second infection
Please select the month: 5000 N
December 2019: 1012
January 2020: 2001
February 2020: 2002
March 2020: 2003
April 2020: 2004
May 2020: 2005
June 2020: 2006
July 2020: 2007
August 2020: 2008
September 2020: 2009
October 2020: 2010
November 2020: 2011
December 2020: 2012
January 2021: 3001
February 2021: 3002
March 2021: 3003
April 2021: 3004
May 2021: 3005
June 2021: 3006
July 2021: 3007
August 2021: 3008
September 2021: 3009
October 2021: 3010
November 2021: 3011
December 2021: 3012
January 2022: 4001
February 2022: 4002
March 2022: 4003
April 2022: 4004
May 2022: 4005
June 2022: 4006
July 2022: 4007
August 2022: 4008
September 2022: 4009
October 2022: 4010
November 2022: 4011
December 2022: 4012
January 2023: 5001
February 2023: 5002
INFECTION4C
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4 and INFECTION1 = 3,4
Third infection
Please select the month: 5000 N
December 2019: 1012
January 2020: 2001
February 2020: 2002
March 2020: 2003
April 2020: 2004
May 2020: 2005
June 2020: 2006
July 2020: 2007
August 2020: 2008
September 2020: 2009
October 2020: 2010
November 2020: 2011
December 2020: 2012
January 2021: 3001
February 2021: 3002
March 2021: 3003
April 2021: 3004
May 2021: 3005
June 2021: 3006
July 2021: 3007
August 2021: 3008
September 2021: 3009
October 2021: 3010
November 2021: 3011
December 2021: 3012
January 2022: 4001
February 2022: 4002
March 2022: 4003
April 2022: 4004
May 2022: 4005
June 2022: 4006
July 2022: 4007
August 2022: 4008
September 2022: 4009
October 2022: 4010
November 2022: 4011
December 2022: 4012
January 2023: 5001
February 2023: 5002
LONG_COVID
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4
Have you experienced any symptoms of long COVID (i.e. physical or psychological symptoms lasting more than 12 weeks after getting COVID-19)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure: 3
LONG_OPEN
If... LONG_COVID = 1
What effect (if any) has the experience of long COVID symptoms had on your life?
77: 77
PRETREATMENTS
To the best of your knowledge, are the following medications used to treat COVID-19?
TREATMENTSA
Paxlovid
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
TREATMENTSB
Remdesivir
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
TREATMENTSC
Tylenol
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
TREATMENTSD
Advil
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
TREATMENTSE
Monoclonal antibodies
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
TREATMENTSF
Ivermectin
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
TREATMENTSG
Hydroxychloroquine
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
TREATMENTSH
Molnupiravir
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
PAXFAM
How familiar are you with Paxlovid?
Not at all familiar: 1
Slightly familiar: 2
Somewhat familiar: 3
Very familiar: 4
PAXFAM2 [1,5]
If... PAXFAM = 2,3,4
To the best of your knowledge, what is Paxlovid used for, according to current guidelines?
Select all that apply.
To treat people with a mild to moderate COVID-19 infection: 1
To treat severe COVID-19 cases in hospitals: 2
To prevent people from getting infected with COVID-19: 3
To stop the spread of COVID-19 to others: 4
To cure people experiencing long COVID: 5
None of the above 6 XB
Don't know: 98 XB
PAXUPTAKE1
If... PAXFAM = 2,3,4
Have you ever taken or considered taking Paxlovid?
I have taken it: 1
I considered taking it but did not end up taking it: 2
I have not taken or considered taking it: 3
PAXACCESS
If... PAXFAM = 2,3,4 and PAXUPTAKE1 = 1
How easy or difficult was it for you to access Paxlovid?
Very difficult: 1
Difficult: 2
Neither difficult nor easy: 3
Easy: 4
Very easy: 5
PAXBARRIER [1,13]
If... PAXFAM = 2,3,4 and PAXUPTAKE1 = 2
You indicated that you considered taking Paxlovid but did not end up taking it. Among the options below, please tell us why.
Select all that apply.
I wanted to take it but was told/learned I was not eligible: 1
I could not see a health professional/get an appointment in time: 2
I didn't know where to go to access it: 3
It was too inconvenient for me to get: 4
My health care provider (e.g., pharmacist, family doctor, nurse practitioner) would not prescribe it: 5
I did not have access to a COVID-19 test: 6
The COVID-19 test I took was negative even though I had symptoms: 7
I was concerned about possible side effects: 8
I was concerned about a "COVID-19 rebound": 9
I was concerned about interactions with other medications I was taking: 10
I needed more information before deciding: 11
I haven't needed it, but would consider using it in the future: 12
Other, please specify: 77 B
PAXELIG
To the best of your knowledge, are you part of a group that is eligible for Paxlovid?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
PRETEST
In the past four weeks, have you...
TESTD
Been tested for COVID-19 using a PCR test
Yes: 1
No: 2
TESTE
Been tested for COVID-19 using a rapid test
Yes: 1
No: 2
TESTF
Tested someone else for COVID-19 using a rapid test (e.g., a child, a family member, etc.)
Yes: 1
No: 2
PREPREV_BEHAVIOURS
In the past month, how often have you used the following measures to avoid getting COVID-19 or to prevent the spread of COVID-19?
PREV_BEHAVIOURSA
Wore a face mask when it was mandatory
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSB
Wore a face mask when it was not mandatory
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSC
Chose to meet with others outdoors instead of indoors
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSD
Took steps to improve indoor air quality (e.g. opened windows, used a HEPA filter)
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSH
Avoided public places and events
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSG
Stayed home when you were sick
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREMASK
In the past month, how often have you...
MASKA
Worn a high-quality medical mask (i.e., N95, KN95 or equivalent) in indoor public settings
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
MASKB
Worn a cloth mask in indoor public settings
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
MASKC
Worn a surgical mask in indoor public settings
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
SICK3
In the past month, were you sick with a fever, cough, sore throat, or runny nose?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure: 3
PREBEHAVIOURS
In the past two weeks, have you...
BEHAVIOURSA
Visited indoors with friends and family that are not part of your household
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSB
Sat inside a bar or restaurant
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSC
Travelled to another province or territory
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSD
Travelled to another country
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSE
Worked or gone to school in an indoor setting (e.g., office, store, classroom)
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSF
Gone to the gym, an exercise class, or indoor sports activity
Yes: 1
No: 2
BEHAVIOURSG
Attended an indoor sporting event and/or concert
Yes: 1
No: 2
PREFATIGUE1
In the future, if the following public health measures had to be implemented or reintroduced to prevent a widespread outbreak, would you support them?
FATIGUE1A
Gathering limits
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1B
Stay-at-home orders
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1C
Closing of businesses
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1D
Travel restrictions/border closures
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1E
Avoiding indoor gatherings with people outside of your household
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1F
School or daycare closures
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1G
A requirement to wear a mask in indoor public settings
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1I
Requirements to provide proof of 2 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine for certain activities
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1J
Requirements to provide proof of 3 or more doses of a COVID-19 vaccine for certain activities
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
FATIGUE1K
A requirement to wear a mask in schools
Strongly oppose: 1
Oppose: 2
Somewhat oppose: 3
Neither support nor oppose: 4
Somewhat support: 5
Support: 6
Strongly support: 7
PREVARIANT2
To the best of your knowledge, are the following terms COVID-19 variants or subvariants that have circulated in the population:
VARIANT2A
Kraken
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know / Uncertain: 98
VARIANT2B
XBB.1.5
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know / Uncertain: 98
VARIANT2C
BA.5
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know / Uncertain: 98
VARIANT2D
Delta
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know / Uncertain: 98
VARIANT2E
Omicron
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know / Uncertain: 98
VARIANT2F
Bivalent
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know / Uncertain: 98
VARIANT2G
Omega
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know / Uncertain: 98
VAX_STATUS
Have you received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes - one dose: 1
Yes - two doses: 2
Yes - three doses: 3
Yes - four doses: 4
Yes - five doses: 6
Yes - six doses: 7
No: 5
PREVAX_EXPERIENCES
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4,6,7
Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with the following statements:
VAX_EXPERIENCESA
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4,6,7
I feel more comfortable going out in public (e.g., to stores, eating in restaurants) since getting the vaccine
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
VAX_EXPERIENCESB
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4,6,7
I feel concerned that I might develop long-term side effects from the vaccine
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
VAX_EXPERIENCESC
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4,6,7
I think it is important to continue to get tested if I have any symptoms of COVID-19
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
VAX_EXPERIENCESD
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4,6,7
I feel comfortable interacting indoors with people from outside my household without wearing a mask
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
VAX_EXPERIENCESE
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4,6,7
I think limiting my own international travel is important even if I am vaccinated
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
VAX_EXPERIENCESF
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4,6,7
I feel safer from severe disease outcomes such as hospitalization or death
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
BOOSTER
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3,4,6
How likely are you to get a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth[VAX_STATUS = 4]fifth[VAX_STATUS = 6]sixth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
BOOSTER2
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3,4,6 and BOOSTER = 1,2,3
In a few words, please explain your main reasons for feeling against or unsure about receiving a [VAX_STATUS = 1,2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth[VAX_STATUS = 4]fifth[VAX_STATUS = 6]sixth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine.
77: 77
VAX_INTENT
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
Will you get a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, I will get vaccinated as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will get vaccinated but want to wait: 2
Not sure/I'm still deciding: 3
No, I will not get vaccinated: 4
SOCIAL_CIRCLE
Are most of your close friends or family members vaccinated against COVID-19?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
ROUTINE_VAX
Have you ever decided not to get a routine vaccine or delayed getting a routine vaccine (e.g. tetanus, shingles, pneumonia) for reasons other than illness or allergy?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
PREBOOSTER3
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
To what extent would each of the following hypothetical scenarios make you more or less likely to get a [VAX_STATUS = 2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
BOOSTER3A
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get the vaccine at a convenient location and time
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3B
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You received a financial reward upon receiving the vaccine
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3C
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You received paid time off work to get the vaccine
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3D
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You received paid sick time off work if you experienced side effects from the vaccine
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3E
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
Proof of a [VAX_STATUS = 2]third[VAX_STATUS = 3]fourth dose was required to engage in certain activities, such as travelling abroad or flying on a plane
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3F
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get a new formulation of vaccine that targets COVID-19 variants
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3G
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get a new, more effective vaccine that better prevents infection
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3H
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
You could get a COVID-19 booster dose at the same time as your annual flu shot
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3I
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
A new, more severe variant of COVID-19 started spreading
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3J
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
The definition of "fully vaccinated" was changed to requiring at least [VAX_STATUS = 2]three[VAX_STATUS = 3]four doses
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
BOOSTER3K
If... VAX_STATUS = 2,3
A vaccine that did not require a needle (e.g. inhaled, nasal spray) was approved and became available
Much less likely: 5
Somewhat less likely: 4
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 2
Much more likely: 1
Not applicable: 98
PREINCENTIVES
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
To what extent would each of the following hypothetical scenarios make you more or less likely to get a COVID-19 vaccine?
INCENTIVESA
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
You could get the vaccine at a convenient location and time
Much less likely: 1
Somewhat less likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 4
Much more likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
INCENTIVESB
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
You received a financial reward upon receiving the vaccine
Much less likely: 1
Somewhat less likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 4
Much more likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
INCENTIVESC
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
You received paid time off work to get the vaccine
Much less likely: 1
Somewhat less likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 4
Much more likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
INCENTIVESD
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
You received paid sick time off work if you experienced side effects from the vaccine
Much less likely: 1
Somewhat less likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 4
Much more likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
INCENTIVESE
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
Proof of vaccination was required to engage in certain activities, such as travelling abroad or flying on a plane
Much less likely: 1
Somewhat less likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 4
Much more likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
INCENTIVESF
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
You could get a new formulation of vaccine that targets COVID-19 variants
Much less likely: 1
Somewhat less likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 4
Much more likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
INCENTIVESG
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
You could get a new, more effective vaccine that better prevents infection
Much less likely: 1
Somewhat less likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 4
Much more likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
INCENTIVESH
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
You could get a COVID-19 booster dose at the same time as your annual flu shot
Much less likely: 1
Somewhat less likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 4
Much more likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
INCENTIVESI
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
A new, more severe variant of COVID-19 started spreading
Much less likely: 1
Somewhat less likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 4
Much more likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
INCENTIVESJ
If... VAX_STATUS = 5
A vaccine that did not require a needle (e.g. inhaled, nasal spray) was approved and became available
Much less likely: 1
Somewhat less likely: 2
Neither more, nor less likely: 3
Somewhat more likely: 4
Much more likely: 5
Not applicable: 98
CHILD_VAX
If... CHILDREN2 = 3
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 12-17 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
Yes, three doses: 3
No: 4
CHILD_BOOSTER
If... CHILDREN2 = 3 and CHILD_VAX = 2
Thinking about your child(ren) aged 12-17, will they receive a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a third dose as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a third dose, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a third dose: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX3
If... CHILDREN2 = 2
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 5-11 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
Yes, three doses: 4
No: 3
CHILD_VAX5
If... CHILDREN2 = 2 and CHILD_VAX3 = 3
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: Now that a COVID-19 vaccine is recommended and available for my child(ren) aged 5-11, I will get them vaccinated.
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but would want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_BOOSTER2
If... CHILDREN2 = 2 and CHILD_VAX3 = 2
Thinking about your child(ren) aged 5-11, will they receive a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a third dose as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a third dose, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a third dose: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_VAX9
If... CHILDREN2 = 1
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 4 or under received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
No: 3
CHILD_VAX6
If... CHILDREN2 = 1 and CHILD_VAX9 = 3
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statement: Now that a COVID-19 vaccine is available for child(ren) aged 6 months to 4 years, I will get my children vaccinated.
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_OPEN
If... CHILDREN = 1 and (CHILD_VAX = 4 or CHILD_VAX3 = 3 or CHILD_VAX9 = 3)
In a few words, please explain why one or all of your children have not yet received a COVID-19 vaccine.
77: 77
CHILD_COVID
If... CHILDREN = 1
Have any of your children been infected with COVID-19?
Yes confirmed by a PCR test: 1
Yes confirmed by a rapid test: 2
I think so, but they didn't/couldn't get tested: 3
No: 4
Unsure: 5
CHILD_VAX8
If... CHILDREN = 1
How worried are you about your child(ren) becoming infected with COVID-19?
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
SECTB
The following section asks about your trust in news and information sources.
PRETRUST_INFO
To what extent do you trust or distrust the following sources for information on COVID-19?
TRUST_INFOA
Television news
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOB
Radio, podcasts and other broadcasts
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOC
Newspapers and other journalism (including news websites)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOD
Canadian federal government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOE
Provincial/Territorial government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOF
International health authorities (e.g. World Health Organization)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOG
Healthcare workers (e.g. doctors, nurses)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOH
Scientists
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOI
Social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOJ
Celebrities
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOK
Online search engines (e.g. Google)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOL
Friends and family
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOM
Work/school colleagues
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFON
Federal public health leaders
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOO
Provincial public health leaders
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFOP
Public broadcasting in Canada (e.g., CBC/Radio-Canada)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
NEWS
How closely, if at all, have you been following news on COVID-19 over the past month?
Following it very closely: 1
Following it pretty closely: 2
Following it a little: 3
Not following it at all: 4
GOVT_TRUST
Please indicate whether, in general, you trust or distrust the Canadian federal government.
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
SECTC
This section asks about your knowledge and opinions on the COVID-19 virus.
PREMIDI_ACCURACY
To the best of your knowledge, how accurate are the claims in each of the following news headlines?
MIDI_ACCURACYA
The fatality rate of COVID-19 has been deliberately and greatly exaggerated in the media
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYB
New vaccine technologies for COVID-19 build immunity by altering your DNA
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYC
The COVID-19 vaccine causes infertility
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYD
To rush COVID-19 vaccines to the market, pharmaceutical companies took shortcuts that compromise the safety of the vaccines
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYE
People should not be getting a COVID-19 vaccine because it is better to have natural immunity against the virus than artificial immunity
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYF
The prolonged use of masks can cause CO2 intoxication and oxygen deficiency
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYG
COVID-19 vaccines are resulting in new variants of the virus
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYH
There is scientific consensus that masks can help prevent the spread of COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYI
COVID-19 spreads most commonly through airborne transmission - small respiratory droplets that linger in the air
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYJ
Vitamin and mineral supplements cannot cure COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYK
Children can become seriously ill from COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYL
Scientists have been studying pandemic coronaviruses and vaccines to protect against them for over a decade
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYM
Improving air ventilation (like opening windows or using HEPA filters) reduces the likelihood of spreading COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYN
Vaccinated people who get COVID-19 are less likely to end up in hospital than are unvaccinated people who get COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYO
The same vaccines are being used for strep A, COVID-19 and scarlet fever.
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYP
5G cell phone technology is linked to the coronavirus outbreak.
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYQ
The COVID-19 mRNA vaccines are a contributing factor to the number of global excess deaths
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYR
There has been a surge of deaths among athletes due to taking the COVID-19 vaccine
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYS
Gargling salt water does not kill COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYT
COVID-19 vaccines reduce the spread of COVID-19
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYU
The efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines can differ across COVID-19 variants
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
MIDI_ACCURACYV
On average, in 2023, there are still daily deaths due to COVID-19 in Canada
Very inaccurate: 1
Somewhat inaccurate: 2
Somewhat accurate: 3
Very accurate: 4
PRESOCIAL_MEDIA
In the past month, how often did you use each of the following platforms?
SOCIAL_MEDIAA
Facebook
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAB
Twitter
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAC
Instagram
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAD
TikTok
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAE
Reddit
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
SOCIAL_MEDIAF
YouTube
Never: 1
A few times a month: 2
A few times a week: 3
Once a day: 4
Multiple times a day: 5
QALGO_1
How do you believe decisions are made about what stories are shown to people on Facebook and other social media sites?
At random: 1
By editors and journalists that work for news outlets: 2
By computer analysis of what stories you've interacted with in the past: 3
By editors and journalists that work for Facebook: 4
I don't know: 5
PRECONS_MENT
If... New respondent
For each of the statements below, please use the scale (0%-100%) to indicate how likely it is that the statement is true. Remember that there are no "objectively" right or wrong answers. We are interested in your personal opinion.
CONS_MENTA
If... New respondent
I think that many very important things happen in the world, which the public is never informed about.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTB
If... New respondent
I think that politicians usually do not tell us the true motives for their decisions.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTC
If... New respondent
I think that government agencies closely monitor all citizens.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTD
If... New respondent
I think that events which superficially seem to lack a connection are often the result of secret activities.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
CONS_MENTE
If... New respondent
I think that there are secret organizations that greatly influence political decisions.
Certainly not 0%: 1
10%: 2
20%: 3
30%: 4
40%: 5
50%: 6
60%: 7
70%: 8
80%: 9
90%: 10
Certain 100%: 11
PREQAOTE
If... New respondent
Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statements.
QAOTEA
If... New respondent
It is important to be loyal to your beliefs even when evidence is brought to bear against them.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEB
If... New respondent
Whether something feels true is more important than evidence.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEC
If... New respondent
Just because evidence conflicts with my current beliefs does not mean my beliefs are wrong.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTED
If... New respondent
There may be evidence that goes against what you believe but that does not mean you have to change your beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEE
If... New respondent
Even if there is concrete evidence against what you believe to be true, it is OK to maintain cherished beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
QAOTEF
If... New respondent
Regardless of the topic, what you believe to be true is more important than evidence against your beliefs.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Neither agree nor disagree: 4
Somewhat agree: 5
Agree: 6
Strongly agree: 7
SECTD
The following section asks about how the pandemic has affected your wellbeing and mental health.
LIFE_SATISFACTION
All things considered, how satisfied are you with your life as a whole?
Completely dissatisfied: 1
Mostly dissatisfied: 2
Somewhat dissatisfied: 3
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied: 4
Somewhat satisfied: 5
Mostly satisfied: 6
Completely satisfied: 7
MENTAL_HEALTH
Since the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020, has your overall mental health...
Declined: 1
Stayed the same: 2
Improved: 3
PREMOOD
In the past two weeks, how often have you...
MOODA
Felt hopeful about the future
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
MOODB
Had trouble sleeping
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
MOODC
Felt anxious, nervous or on edge
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
MOODD
Felt lonely
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
MOODE
Felt depressed
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
MOODF
Felt burnt out
All of the time: 1
Most of the time: 2
About half the time: 3
Some of the time: 4
At no time: 5
SECTE
The following section asks about your outlook about the pandemic and the future.
OUTLOOK
Thinking of the COVID-19 pandemic, do you think...
The worst of the crisis is behind us: 1
We are currently experiencing the worst of the crisis: 2
The worst of the crisis is yet to come: 3
Don't know: 98
I don't consider the COVID-19 pandemic to be a crisis: 4
OUTLOOK1
When do you expect that day-to-day life in Canada will resemble pre-pandemic times?
Day-to-day life already resembles pre-pandemic times: 1
Within one to two months: 2
Within three to six months: 3
Longer than six months: 4
Never: 5
Don't know: 98
PREOUTLOOK2
At the moment, how much do you worry about the following topics:
OUTLOOK2A
The impact of COVID-19 on the economy
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2B
Inflation or cost-of-living increases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2C
The possibility of being unemployed
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2E
Not having enough money to pay for essential items
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2F
Supply chain disruptions
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2L
The possibility of a recession
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2N
Climate change
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2O
Increasing divisiveness and/or conflict within society
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
PREOUTLOOK3
At the moment, how much do you worry about the following health-related topics:
OUTLOOK3A
The pandemic's impact on the mental health of Canadians
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3B
The emergence of another wave of COVID-19 cases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3C
The emergence of a new variant of the COVID-19 virus
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3D
Lockdowns or other public health restrictions being reintroduced
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3E
The health system being overloaded
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3G
The effects of long COVID (i.e. people experiencing symptoms lasting for weeks or months after a COVID-19 infection)
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3I
The pandemic's long-term effects on children's development
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3K
Becoming infected or re-infected with COVID-19
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3N
Another major pandemic or disease outbreak taking place in Canada in the future
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
PRETHREAT_SCALE
In your opinion, how much of a threat, if any, is COVID-19 for...
THREAT_SCALEA
Your personal health
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEB
The health of the Canadian population as a whole
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEC
Your personal financial safety
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALED
The Canadian economy
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEE
Day-to-day life in your local community
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEF
The rights and freedoms of the Canadian population as a whole
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEG
What it means to be Canadian
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEH
Canadian values and traditions
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEI
Canadian democracy
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
THREAT_SCALEJ
The maintenance of law and order in Canada
Not a threat: 1
Minor threat: 2
Moderate threat: 3
Major threat: 4
Thank You
Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey. We hope that you will participate in our next survey.
The present study deals with topics related to the COVID-19 pandemic that you might have found distressing. If you found participation distressing, we want to encourage you to consider free mental health services including the following:
Unfortunately, based on your responses you are ineligible to participate in this survey. Thank you for your time!
Wave 8
Online Introduction
In partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), the Government of Canada is conducting a research study on health behaviours and the impact of COVID-19. Ekos has been hired to administer this survey. Si vous préférez répondre au sondage en français, veuillez cliquer sur français. The survey takes about 20 minutes to complete and is voluntary and completely confidential.
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The purpose of this study is to improve actions taken by the government in response to public health crises and the COVID-19 pandemic. Your answers will be used for research purposes and to help improve public health policy. Please complete the survey in one sitting.
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I agree to the processing of my personal data in accordance with the information provided here.
I am aware that the data will be published in anonymous form to promote transparency in research.
I agree to participate: 1
No, I don't want to participate: 2 - THNK2
DEMO
Thank you for deciding to participate in this study. First, please provide us with some information about yourself.
QAGE
In what year were you born?
Enter year: 7777
I prefer not to answer: 9999
QAGE1
If... QAGE = 9999
In which of the following age categories do you belong?
Under 18: 98 - THNK2
18 to 24: 1
25 to 34: 2
35 to 44: 3
45 to 54: 4
55 to 64: 5
65 to 74: 6
75 and older: 7
GENDER
What best describes your gender? Refers to current gender which may be different from sex assigned at birth and may be different from what is indicated on your legal documents.
Man: 1
Woman: 2
Non-binary: 5 B
I use a different term: 6 B
Prefer not to say: 4 B
PROVINCE
In which province or territory do you live?
Select one only
Alberta: 2
British Columbia: 1
Manitoba: 4
New Brunswick: 7
Newfoundland and Labrador: 10
Northwest Territories: 12
Nova Scotia: 8
Nunavut: 13
Ontario: 5
Prince Edward Island: 9
Quebec: 6
Saskatchewan: 3
Yukon: 11
EDUCATION
What is the highest level of formal education that you have completed?
Select one only
Elementary school or less: 1
Some high school: 2
High school diploma or equivalent: 3
Registered Apprenticeship or other trades certificate or diploma: 4
Partial college/university education: 5
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma: 6
University certificate or diploma below bachelor's level: 7
Bachelor's degree: 8
Postgraduate degree above bachelor's level: 9
QLANGUAGE
Which language do you speak most often at home?
English: 1
French: 2
Other (please specify): 77
HEALTH_WORKER
Are you a health care provider (i.e., nurse, medical doctor, paramedic, first responder, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, mental health worker, dentist, etc.)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
ILLNESS
Do you have a serious, long-term illness, like diabetes, emphysema, or high blood pressure?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
DISABILITY
Do you identify as a person with a disability? A person with a disability is a person who has a long-term or recurring impairment (such as vision, hearing, mobility, flexibility, dexterity, pain, learning, developmental, memory or mental health-related) which limits their daily activities inside or outside the home (such as at school, work, or in the community in general).
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to say: 99
URBAN
Which of the following best describes the place where you live now?
A large city: 1
A suburb near a large city: 2
A small city or town: 3
A rural area: 4
CHILDREN
Do you have children under 18 years of age?
Yes: 1
No: 2
CHILDREN1
If... CHILDREN = 1
How many children under 18 years of age do you have?
77: 77
CHILDREN2 [1,3]
If... CHILDREN = 1
What are the ages of your children?
Select all that apply.
4 years old or under: 1
5 to 11 years old: 2
12 to 17 years old: 3
PREG
Are you currently pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or have you given birth within the last year?
I am currently pregnant: 1
I'm currently planning and/or trying to become pregnant (i.e. within the next year): 2
I gave birth within the last year: 3
Don't know: 98
Prefer not to answer: 99
None of the above: 97
EMPLOYMENT
Which of the following categories best describes your current employment status?
Please select one only.
Working full-time (30 or more hours per week): 1
Working part-time (less than 30 hours per week): 2
Full-time self-employed: 3
Part-time self-employed: 4
Unemployed: 5
A student: 6
Retired: 7
Full-time homemaker: 8
Other: 9
CITIZENSHIP
Where were you born?
Born in Canada: 1
Born outside Canada: 2
IMMIGRATION
If... CITIZENSHIP = 2
In what year did you first move to Canada?
Enter year: 7777
I prefer not to answer: 9999
ETHNICITY [1,13]
You may belong to one or more racial or cultural groups on the following list.
Select all that apply.
White: 1
South Asian (e.g., East Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, etc.): 3
Chinese: 2
Black: 4
Filipino: 5
Latin American: 6
Arab: 7
Southeast Asian (e.g., Vietnamese, Cambodian, Malaysian, Thai, Laotian, etc.): 8
West Asian (e.g., Iranian, Afghan, etc.): 9
Korean: 10
Japanese: 11
Indigenous person (First Nations, Métis or Inuk (Inuit)): 12
Other (Please specify): 77
Prefer not to say: 99 X
INCOME
Which of the following categories best describes your total household income. That is, the total income of all persons in your household combined, before taxes?
Under $20,000: 1
$20,000 to just under $40,000: 2
$40,000 to just under $60,000: 3
$60,000 to just under $80,000: 4
$80,000 to just under $100,000: 5
$100,000 to just under $150,000: 6
$150,000 to just under $200,000: 7
$200,000 to just under $250,000: 8
$250,000 and above: 9
Prefer not to say: 99
Don't know: 98
SEX_ORIENTATION
What best describes your sexual orientation?
Heterosexual: 1
Gay and/or lesbian: 2
Bisexual: 3
Other: 4
Prefer not to answer: 99
Don't know: 98
SECTA
The following section will ask you some questions about your health experiences and opinions.
CAREPROVIDER
Do you have access to a primary care provider (i.e., family doctor or nurse practitioner that you can see for regular check-ups, when you get sick, to ask medical advice, etc.)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
CAREPROVIDER2
If... CAREPROVIDER = 2
Are you looking for a primary care provider?
Yes: 1
No: 2
HEALTH_SERV [1,11]
In the past 12 months have you used any of the following healthcare services for yourself?
Please select all that apply.
Wellness check-up with a primary care provider: 1
Appointment due to sickness or illness with a primary care provider: 2
Did you get a flu shot last season (fall 2022 or winter 2023)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
VAX_FLU
How likely are you to get a flu vaccine this fall/winter (2023-24)?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
COVID_FLU
If a combination vaccine for the flu and COVID-19 became available to you in the future, how likely would you be to take it?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
CHILD_RSV
If... CHILDREN = 1
How likely would you be to get your children a vaccine for Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) if one were approved and available to them?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
CHILD_ROUTINE
If... CHILDREN = 1
To the best of your knowledge, what is the current status of your child(ren)'s routine immunizations (not including COVID-19 vaccines)?
My child(ren) is (are) up to date on all routine immunizations: 1
My child(ren) is (are) behind on one or more of their routine immunizations, but I intend to have them fully vaccinated: 2
I have chosen to delay vaccines from the recommended schedule: 3
I have chosen to decline specific vaccines from the routine schedule: 4
I am not sure: 98
CHILD_ROUTINE3
If... CHILDREN = 1
Which of the following is the most convenient or desirable location to have your child vaccinated? Please choose one.
Your family doctor's office: 1
Your local public health unit: 2
Your local pharmacy: 3
Your child's school: 4
A pop-up clinic in your community: 5
A specialty clinic (e.g., sensory friendly clinics, clinics specializing in needle fear): 6
Other, please specify: 77
CHILD_ROUTINE2
If... CHILDREN = 1
Please rate your level of comfort with getting your child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as other routine vaccinations.
Very uncomfortable: 1
Somewhat uncomfortable: 2
Somewhat comfortable: 3
Very comfortable: 4
PREMEASURES
In the future, how likely are you to use the following public health measures to protect yourself or others from respiratory infectious diseases (e.g., colds, flu, COVID-19, etc.)?
MEASURESA
Wearing a mask
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
MEASURESB
Staying home when sick
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
MEASURESC
Avoiding contact with vulnerable individuals (e.g. individuals who are at higher risk for severe disease) when you are sick
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
MEASURESD
Washing your hands/using hand sanitizer
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
MEASURESE
Cleaning and disinfecting surfaces and/or objects
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
MEASURESF
Avoiding large gatherings
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
MEASURESG
Using at-home rapid tests
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
MEASURESH
Opening windows and/or doors to improve indoor air quality
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
MEASURESI
Using an air purifier to improve indoor air quality
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
MEASURESJ
Using fans vented to the outdoors to improve indoor air quality
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
MEASURESK
Using a high efficiency furnace filter to improve indoor air quality
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
PREQAIR_QUAL3
In your opinion, how effective are each of the following air quality improvement measures at reducing the spread of infectious diseases?
QAIR_QUAL3A
Opening windows and/or doors
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Effective: 4
Very effective: 5
Don't know: 98
QAIR_QUAL3B
Using an air purifier (e.g., with a HEPA filter)
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Effective: 4
Very effective: 5
Don't know: 98
QAIR_QUAL3C
Using a fan vented to the outdoors
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Effective: 4
Very effective: 5
Don't know: 98
QAIR_QUAL3D
Using a high efficiency furnace filter
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Effective: 4
Very effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SICK3
In the past month, were you sick with a fever, cough, sore throat, or runny nose?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure: 3
SECTB1
The following section will ask you some questions about COVID-19 public health measures.
INFECTION
Are you or have you been infected with COVID-19?
Yes - confirmed by a PCR test: 1
Yes - confirmed by a rapid test: 2
I think so, but I didn't/couldn't get tested: 4
No: 3
Unsure: 5
INFECTION1
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4
How many times have you been infected with COVID-19?
Once: 1
Twice: 2
Three times: 3
Four or more times: 4
Unsure: 5
LONG_COVID
If... INFECTION = 1,2,4
Have you experienced any symptoms of long COVID (i.e. physical or psychological symptoms lasting more than 12 weeks after getting COVID-19)?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure: 3
PRETEST
In the past four weeks, have you...
TESTD
Been tested for COVID-19 using a PCR test
Yes: 1
No: 2
TESTE
Been tested for COVID-19 using a rapid test
Yes: 1
No: 2
TESTF
Tested someone else for COVID-19 using a rapid test (e.g., a child, a family member, etc.)
Yes: 1
No: 2
TEST_LIKELY
In the future, if you had symptoms of COVID-19, would you take a rapid test?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure: 98
TEST_OPEN
If... TEST_LIKELY = 2,98
In a few words, please tell us why you [TEST_LIKELY = 98]are unsure about taking[Else]would not take a rapid test in this scenario?
77: 77
H_RISK
Do you consider yourself to be at high-risk of severe outcomes (e.g. hospitalization) from COVID-19?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Unsure: 98
RISK_FACTORS [1,9]
To the best of your knowledge, which of the following conditions increase the risk of severe outcomes from COVID-19 based on current health guidance?
Select all that apply.
Older age (over 60): 1
Pregnancy or recent pregnancy: 2
Having Down syndrome: 3
Not having received all recommended COVID-19 vaccine doses: 4
Having one or more underlying medical conditions (e.g. diabetes, heart, or lung disease): 5
Being immunocompromised (i.e. having a weakened immune system from disease or treatment): 6
Living with obesity (i.e. if you have a body mass index [BMI] of 40 or more): 7
Younger age (under 5 years): 8
Having had COVID-19 in the past: 9
None of the above: 10 XB
Don't know: 98 XB
PREPREV_BEHAVIOURS
In the past month, how often have you used the following measures to avoid getting COVID-19 or to prevent the spread of COVID-19?
PREV_BEHAVIOURSA
Wore a face mask when it was mandatory
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSB
Wore a face mask when it was not mandatory
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSC
Chose to meet with others outdoors instead of indoors
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSD
Took steps to improve indoor air quality (e.g. opened windows, used a HEPA filter)
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSH
Avoided public places and events
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
PREV_BEHAVIOURSG
Stayed home when you were sick
Never: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Often: 4
Always: 5
Not applicable: 98
ROTCOVIDMEASURES
Assigns a random value between 1 and: 2
1 – See SAVING: 1
2 – See SPREAD: 2
PRESAVING
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 1
Looking back, in your opinion, how effective were the following measures at preventing deaths throughout the COVID-19 pandemic?
SAVINGA
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 1
Vaccination
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SAVINGB
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 1
Mask wearing
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SAVINGC
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 1
Closing schools/daycares
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SAVINGD
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 1
Restricting international travel
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SAVINGE
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 1
Closing businesses/workplaces
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SAVINGF
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 1
Limiting social gatherings
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SAVINGH
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 1
Improving indoor air ventilation and filtration
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SAVINGI
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 1
Vaccine mandates/requirements
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SAVINGJ
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 1
Free access to rapid tests
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
PRESPREAD
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 2
Looking back, in your opinion, how effective were the following measures at preventing the spread of COVID-19 throughout the COVID-19 pandemic?
SPREADA
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 2
Vaccination
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SPREADB
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 2
Mask wearing
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SPREADC
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 2
Closing schools/daycares
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SPREADD
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 2
Restricting international travel
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SPREADE
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 2
Closing businesses/workplaces
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SPREADF
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 2
Limiting social gatherings
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SPREADH
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 2
Improving indoor air ventilation and filtration
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SPREADI
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 2
Vaccine mandates/requirements
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SPREADJ
If... ROTCOVIDMEASURES = 2
Free access to rapid tests
Not at all effective: 1
Slightly effective: 2
Somewhat effective: 3
Very effective: 4
Extremely effective: 5
Don't know: 98
SECTB2
The following section will ask you some questions about treatments for COVID-19. COVID-19 treatments include, for example, drugs that reduce or stop the virus from multiplying in human cells and drugs that treat the symptoms of COVID-19.
TREATMENT1
In the future, if you had COVID-19 and you were eligible for an antiviral treatment for COVID-19 (i.e., not a vaccine), how likely would you be to take it?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
SCREEN
Imagine the following scenario: A healthcare professional offers to pre-screen your eligibility for COVID-19 treatments to allow for easier access to them in the future if needed. This pre-screening may include assessing your risk level for severe outcomes from COVID-19 and reviewing your current medications and medical history.
How likely would you be to participate in the pre-screening?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
PAXUPTAKE2
Paxlovid is an antiviral medication used to treat adults with mild to moderate COVID-19 who are at high risk of progressing to serious disease, including hospitalization or death. Paxlovid is the first authorized COVID-19 treatment that people can take orally at home.
Have you ever taken Paxlovid?
Yes: 1
No: 2
PAXUPTAKE4
If... PAXUPTAKE2 = 2
Paxlovid is an antiviral medication used to treat adults with mild to moderate COVID-19 who are at high risk of progressing to serious disease, including hospitalization or death. Paxlovid is the first authorized COVID-19 treatment that people can take orally at home.
Have you ever considered taking Paxlovid?
Yes: 1
No: 2
PAXUPTAKE3
Paxlovid is an antiviral medication used to treat adults with mild to moderate COVID-19 who are at high risk of progressing to serious disease, including hospitalization or death. Paxlovid is the first authorized COVID-19 treatment that people can take orally at home.
Have you ever helped someone else (e.g., a friend or family member) access Paxlovid?
Yes: 1
No: 2
PAXOPEN1
If... PAXUPTAKE2 = 1
In a few words, please tell us about your experience taking Paxlovid.
77: 77
PAXOPEN3
If... PAXUPTAKE4 = 1
In a few words, please tell us why you considered taking Paxlovid but then did not end up taking it.
77: 77
PAXOPEN2
If... PAXUPTAKE3 = 1
In a few words, please tell us about your experience helping someone else access Paxlovid.
77: 77
PAXACCESS2
How familiar are you with the process required to access Paxlovid in your province or territory?
Not at all familiar: 1
Slightly familiar: 2
Somewhat familiar: 3
Very familiar: 4
PAXELIG
To the best of your knowledge, are you part of a group that is eligible for Paxlovid?
Yes: 1
No: 2
Don't know: 98
SECTB3
The following section will ask you some questions about COVID-19 vaccination.
VAX_STATUS
Have you received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes - one dose: 1
Yes - two doses: 2
Yes - three doses: 3
Yes - four doses: 4
Yes - five doses: 6
Yes - six doses: 7
No: 5
ROTVAX_LIKELY
Assigns a random value between 1 and: 3
1 – See VAX_FALL: 1
2 – See VAX_NEW1: 2
3 – See VAX_NEW2: 3
VAX_FALL
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4,6,7 and ROTVAX_LIKELY = 1
How likely would you be to get an additional dose of a COVID-19 vaccine if one became available to you in Fall 2023?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
VAX_NEW1
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4,6,7 and ROTVAX_LIKELY = 2
If a new COVID-19 vaccine became available in the future that was much more effective at preventing infections, how likely would you be to take it?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
VAX_NEW2
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4,6,7 and ROTVAX_LIKELY = 3
If a new COVID-19 vaccine that that was designed to be inhaled instead of injected (e.g., nasal spray) became available in the future, how likely would you be to take it?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
Don't know: 98
PREREGRET
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4,6,7
Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with the following statements:
REGRETA
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4,6,7
I regret getting a COVID-19 vaccine
Strongly disagree: 1
Somewhat disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Somewhat agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
REGRETB
If... VAX_STATUS = 1,2,3,4,6,7
I only got a COVID-19 vaccine because it was required to participate in certain activities (e.g., work, travel or other social activities)
Strongly disagree: 1
Somewhat disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Somewhat agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
CHILD_VAX
If... CHILDREN2 = 3
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 12-17 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
Yes, three doses: 3
No: 4
CHILD_VAX3
If... CHILDREN2 = 2
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 5-11 received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
Yes, three doses: 4
No: 3
CHILD_VAX9
If... CHILDREN2 = 1
Has/have any of your child(ren) aged 4 or under received a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, one dose: 1
Yes, two doses: 2
No: 3
CHILD_VAX6
If... CHILDREN2 = 1 and CHILD_VAX9 = 3
Thinking about your child(ren) aged 6 months to 4 years, will they get a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes, I will get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible: 1
Yes, I will eventually get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine, but want to wait a bit: 2
No, I will not get my child(ren) a COVID-19 vaccine: 3
Not sure: 98
I do not make these decisions: 4
CHILD_COVID
If... CHILDREN = 1
Have any of your children been infected with COVID-19?
Yes confirmed by a PCR test: 1
Yes confirmed by a rapid test: 2
I think so, but they didn't/couldn't get tested: 3
No: 4
Unsure: 5
SECTC
The following section asks about your outlook about the pandemic and the future.
VAX_NEW3
In your opinion, how important is it for Canadian governments to fund the next generation of COVID-19 vaccines?
Not at all important: 1
Slightly important: 2
Somewhat important: 3
Very important: 4
Extremely important: 5
Don't know: 98
PANDEMIC
To what extent do you agree or disagree that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a severe impact on the health of Canadians?
Strongly disagree: 1
Somewhat disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Somewhat agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
I do not believe Canada experienced a COVID-19 pandemic: 6
IMPCT
Overall, did the COVID-19 pandemic have a positive or negative impact on your perception of other people in Canada?
Extremely negative: 1
Slightly negative: 2
Neither negative nor positive: 3
Slightly positive: 4
Extremely positive: 5
IMPCT_OPEN
If... IMPCT = 1,2,4,5
In a few words, please explain why your perception of other people in Canada became more [IMPCT = 1,2]negative[Else]positive as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
77: 77
FUTURE
How likely do you think it is that you will experience another infectious disease pandemic in your lifetime?
Extremely unlikely: 1
Unlikely: 2
Somewhat unlikely: 3
Neither likely nor unlikely: 4
Somewhat likely: 5
Likely: 6
Extremely likely: 7
PREFUTURE2
How prepared do you think the following groups would be to respond to another pandemic in the future?
FUTURE2A
The Government of Canada
Not at all prepared: 1
Slightly prepared: 2
Somewhat prepared: 3
Very prepared: 4
Extremely prepared: 5
FUTURE2B
People living in Canada
Not at all prepared: 1
Slightly prepared: 2
Somewhat prepared: 3
Very prepared: 4
Extremely prepared: 5
PREOUTLOOK2
At the moment, how much do you worry about the following topics:
OUTLOOK2A
The impact of COVID-19 on the economy
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2B
Inflation or cost-of-living increases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2C
The possibility of being unemployed
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2E
Not having enough money to pay for essential items
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2L
The possibility of a recession
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2N
Climate change
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK2O
Increasing divisiveness and/or conflict within society
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
PREOUTLOOK3
At the moment, how much do you worry about the following health-related topics:
OUTLOOK3A
The pandemic's impact on the mental health of Canadians
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3B
The emergence of another wave of COVID-19 cases
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3C
The emergence of a new variant of the COVID-19 virus
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3D
Lockdowns or other public health restrictions being reintroduced
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3E
The health system being overloaded
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3G
The effects of long COVID (i.e. people experiencing symptoms lasting for weeks or months after a COVID-19 infection)
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3I
The pandemic's long-term effects on children's development
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3K
Becoming infected or re-infected with COVID-19
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
OUTLOOK3N
Another major pandemic or disease outbreak taking place in Canada in the future
Not at all worried: 1
Slightly worried: 2
Somewhat worried: 3
Very worried: 4
Extremely worried: 5
PRETRUST_INFO2
To what extent do you trust or distrust the following sources for information?
TRUST_INFO2A
Television news
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2B
Radio, podcasts and other broadcasts
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2C
Newspapers and other journalism (including news websites)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2D
Canadian federal government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2E
Provincial/Territorial government briefings and/or websites
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2F
International health authorities (e.g. World Health Organization)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2G
Healthcare workers (e.g. doctors, nurses)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2H
Scientists
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2I
Social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2J
Celebrities
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2K
Online search engines (e.g. Google)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2L
Friends and family
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2M
Work/school colleagues
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2N
Federal public health leaders
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2O
Provincial public health leaders
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2P
Public broadcasting in Canada (e.g., CBC/Radio-Canada)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
TRUST_INFO2Q
Community-based organizations (e.g., community centres, not-for-profits, local libraries, etc.)
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
NEWS
How closely, if at all, have you been following news on COVID-19 over the past month?
Following it very closely: 1
Following it pretty closely: 2
Following it a little: 3
Not following it at all: 4
GOVT_TRUST
Please indicate whether, in general, you trust or distrust the Canadian federal government.
Completely distrust: 1
Moderately distrust: 2
Neither trust nor distrust: 3
Moderately trust: 4
Completely trust: 5
PRECONS_MEN2
Here are some ideas that some people agree with, and others disagree with. In thinking about each one, please tell us how much you agree or disagree with each of the statements below:
CONS_MEN2A
Much of our lives are being controlled by plots hatched in secret places.
Strongly disagree: 1
Somewhat disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Somewhat agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
CONS_MEN2B
Big events like wars, recessions, and the outcomes of elections, are controlled by small groups of people who are working in secret against the rest of us.
Strongly disagree: 1
Somewhat disagree: 2
Neither agree nor disagree: 3
Somewhat agree: 4
Strongly agree: 5
PREQAOT2
Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statements.
QAOT2A
It is important to be loyal to your beliefs even when evidence is brought to bear against them.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Somewhat agree: 4
Agree: 5
Strongly agree: 6
QAOT2B
Whether something feels true is more important than evidence.
Strongly disagree: 1
Disagree: 2
Somewhat disagree: 3
Somewhat agree: 4
Agree: 5
Strongly agree: 6
SECTE
The following section asks about how the pandemic has affected your wellbeing and mental health.
LIFE_SATISFACTION
All things considered, how satisfied are you with your life as a whole?
Completely dissatisfied: 1
Mostly dissatisfied: 2
Somewhat dissatisfied: 3
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied: 4
Somewhat satisfied: 5
Mostly satisfied: 6
Completely satisfied: 7
MENTAL_HEALTH1
In general, would you say your mental health is:
Poor: 1
Fair: 2
Good: 3
Very good: 4
Excellent: 5
PREMOOD1
In the past two weeks, how often have you felt...
MOOD1A
Anxious or on edge
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1B
Stressed
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1C
Lonely
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1D
Depressed
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1E
Burnt out
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
MOOD1F
Hopeful about the future
None of the time: 1
Rarely: 2
Sometimes: 3
Most of the time: 4
All of the time: 5
Thank You
Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey.
The present study deals with topics related to the COVID-19 pandemic that you might have found distressing. If you found participation distressing, we want to encourage you to consider free mental health services including the following: