Straw Polls

Which economic system do you believe is best suited for our community, one where:

Private individuals and businesses own and operate most industries

Essential services and resources are collectively owned and managed by the government

All property and resources are owned and controlled by the state

Both private and public sectors collaborate in managing the economy

In your opinion, what is the most concerning issue with the Canadian Economy?

Inflation

Affordable Housing

Federal Debt

In your view, what do you think contributes most to driving economic growth in our society?

Increased government spending on public services

Higher levels of consumer spending and demand for goods/services

Boosts in exports and international trade

Investments in building better infrastructure

What do you think is the primary role of our central bank in managing our economy?

Setting interest rates to influence borrowing and spending

Keeping inflation rates stable

Printing and distributing currency

Overseeing government borrowing and debt management

How concerned are you about income inequality in our community, where:

Everyone has relatively equal opportunities and income distribution

There's a noticeable gap between the rich and the poor

Poverty rates are high and a significant portion of the population struggles financially

Unemployment rates remain stubbornly high, limiting upward mobility

When it comes to government spending and taxation, which approach do you think is most beneficial for our community?

Prioritizing investment in public services and infrastructure

Reducing taxes to encourage personal savings and spending

Maintaining current spending levels to support social programs

Implementing austerity measures to reduce national debt

How do you think our economy should be measured to gauge its health and success?

By the total value of goods and services produced (GDP)

Based on the average prices of consumer goods and services (CPI)

Through the percentage of people who are out of work (unemployment rate)

Considering the difference between imports and exports (balance of trade)

In your opinion, what effect does a trade surplus or deficit have on our local economy?

More money flowing into our economy, boosting local businesses

Strain on local industries due to increased competition from imports

Accumulation of foreign reserves, providing a financial safety net

Risk of inflation due to imbalances in trade and currency fluctuations

When you hear the term "inflation," what does it mean to you?

Prices for goods and services going down, making things more affordable

The amount of money in circulation increasing rapidly

Prices for goods and services rising steadily over time

More people being out of work, resulting in reduced consumer spending

What do you believe should be the main goal of our monetary policy?

Stimulating economic growth and job creation

Ensuring everyone who wants a job can find one

Keeping prices stable and preventing runaway inflation

Reducing the wealth gap and promoting economic equality

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