We want to know what you think!
Each week, Midwestern Newspapers publishes a new poll question on our website to get your opinion on issues that affect us in Huron, Perth and Bruce counties. Check in with us every week and vote.
Did you make a new year's resolution?
- No (100%)
- Yes (0%)
Do you expect to spend more or less on gifts this holiday season?
- Same as last year (67%)
- More (33%)
- Less (0%)
Do you agree with North Huron's decision to pass the 2024 fees and charges bylaw on Nov. 20?
- No (50%)
- Yes (50%)
Do you hand out treats on Halloween?
- Yes (60%)
- No (40%)
Do you have any plans to travel during March Break?
- No (89%)
- Yes (11%)
Are you in favour of the 6.3 per cent increase to the “beer tax” on April 1?
- Yes (67%)
- No (33%)
Should a vacant council seat be filled by appointment or a byelection?
- Byelection (77%)
- Appointment (23%)
Did you watch the Super Bowl?
- Yes (71%)
- No (29%)
Which level of government should be looking after the affordable housing portfolio?
- Provincial (44%)
- Federal (19%)
- Regional (County) (19%)
- Municipal (18%)
Are you financially on track to retire comfortably by age 65?
- No (57%)
- Yes (43%)
Did you reduce your charitable giving in 2022?
- No (60%)
- Yes (40%)
Are you concerned with the direction the health care system is going?
- Yes (95%)
- No (5%)
Are you comfortable with pharmacists writing prescriptions?
- Yes (100%)
- No (0%)
Did you watch the 109th Grey Cup on Sunday?
- No (56%)
- Yes (44%)
Do you plan on getting the flu shot this season?
- No (50%)
- Yes (50%)
If you didn’t vote in the municipal election, why not?
- Poor candidates (67%)
- Other (17%)
- Not important (17%)
- Lack of info (0%)
Are you satisfied with the results of the municipal election?
- Yes (72%)
- No (28%)
What is the most important issue in the municipal elections?
- Housing (37%)
- Growth (26%)
- Other (26%)
- Taxation (11%)
Does your household have an escape plan in case of fire?
- Yes (75%)
- No (25%)
Do you plan on attending an all-candidates meeting during the municipal election?
- No (58%)
- Yes (42%)
Should all council meetings be recorded/broadcast for viewing on demand?
- Yes (65%)
- No (35%)
Will you be watching Queen Elizabeth II's funeral on Sept. 19?
- Yes (69%)
- No (31%)
Do you plan on voting in the municipal election on Oct. 24?
- Yes (63%)
- No (37%)
Do you believe the province is headed toward a privatized health care model?
- Yes (73%)
- No (27%)
Which issue is of greater concern to you?
- Health Care (78%)
- Inflation (22%)
Are you satisfied with the Pope’s apology for the Catholic church’s involvement in residential schools?
- No (67%)
- Yes (33%)
Are you concerned about the current state of the health care system?
- Yes (96%)
- No (4%)
Will you be watching the World Junior Hockey Championship next month?
- Yes (59%)
- No (41%)
Are you in favour of increased government spending to address the health care crisis?
- Yes (90%)
- No (10%)
Were you impacted by last week’s Rogers service outage?
- Yes (61%)
- No (39%)
Should the government do more to lower gas prices?
- Yes (100%)
- No (0%)
Have we seen the peak of housing prices locally?
- Yes (88%)
- No (12%)
Have high gas prices impacted your summer travel plans?
- Yes (68%)
- No (32%)
Do you plan to celebrate Canada Day this year?
- Yes (82%)
- No (18%)
Does Listowel need a new school to accommodate growth?
- Yes (78%)
- No (22%)
Which party will you vote for in the June 2 provincial election?
- PC (44%)
- NDP (26%)
- Liberal (21%)
- Other (9%)
- Green (0%)
Should drivers pay to charge their electric vehicles at municipal charging stations?
- Yes (84%)
- No (16%)
Will the provincial election campaign influence how you vote on June 2?
- No (86%)
- Yes (14%)
Does your household have an emergency kit or plan in place?
- No (71%)
- Yes (29%)
Have you volunteered with a charity or community group in the past year?
- Yes (82%)
- No (18%)
