One in four Canadians supports joining the European Union, while the majority believes the issue deserves closer consideration, according to a new poll.
A study by Canadian Spark Advocacy found that 25% of respondents view EU membership positively, while another 58% believe it deserves closer consideration. Less than one-fifth of those surveyed—17%—opposed the idea.
The results come amid discussions about Canada’s place in the international order following heightened tensions within NATO and uncertainty regarding U.S. foreign policy, as well as Donald Trump’s repeated statements about Canada potentially joining the United States.
The idea of closer cooperation with Europe enjoys the strongest support among voters of the ruling Liberal Party and other center-left parties. At the same time, opinions among Conservative Party voters are more divided: about a third oppose it.
Although Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has ruled out the possibility of joining the EU, the country has been deepening its cooperation with the bloc in recent years, particularly through defense agreements and participation in European security programs.
Brexit is seen as a mistake
The poll also showed that Canadians generally view the UK’s decision to leave the European Union critically. About 64% of respondents consider Brexit a mistake—a view held by the majority across various political groups, including Conservative voters.
These results indicate that Canada, historically closely tied to the UK, is increasingly turning to broader international partnerships amid geopolitical tensions that are reshaping the alliance system.