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2018 Public Opinion Poll: Canadians’ Attitudes Towards Marine Shipping – 2
A public opinion poll in 2018 comparing what Canadians think about marine shipping and how their opinions have changed since 2016.
A public opinion poll in 2018 comparing what Canadians think about marine shipping and how their opinions have changed since 2016.
A narrow majority of Canadians support expanded oil tanker traffic in Bay of Fundy and along BC south coast. Their top concerns about shipping safety are potential oil spills, fuel spills and endangering marine life.
“Without this form of transport, modern life as we know it would not exist.” – Véronique Nolet
Marine shipping contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution in Canada. Learn more from Clear Seas.
Canadians ranked port and harbour authorities as doing the best job to ensure safe shipping in Canada. Public thinks shipping companies are doing next best job followed by government agencies.
Ships can introduce invasive species into Canadian waters through ballast water and biofouling. Learn more from Clear Seas.
Without marine shipping Canada would be a different place economically. Marine shipping opens up Canada’s markets to the world.