American tariffs hit neighbors' pockets
A new study has revealed growing concern among citizens about U.S. trade policy and its impact on everyday expenses.
A recent study by the Salvation Army has revealed serious concerns among Canadians about the impact of American tariffs on their financial situation. The online survey results show growing citizen worry about the country's economic situation.
Impact of Tariffs on Daily Expenses
The study, which surveyed more than 1,500 Canadians, found that the vast majority of respondents link rising prices to American trade policy. About 86% of survey participants agreed that tariffs are driving up the cost of essential goods.
This issue hits low-income families particularly hard, according to 79% of those surveyed. In their view, households with lower incomes are experiencing the most serious consequences from changes in American trade policy.
Declining Financial Optimism
The Salvation Army's annual analysis of socio-economic conditions and poverty in Canada recorded a troubling trend. The share of citizens who feel optimistic about their financial prospects dropped from 51% to 46% compared to the previous year.
Growing Job Security Concerns
The study revealed a significant increase in Canadian anxiety about employment stability. While only 14% of respondents last year named unemployment and job instability among their top three concerns, this figure jumped to 22% this year.
Healthcare Remains a Top Concern
Despite some decline, the healthcare system continues to be the main concern for most Canadians. Although the percentage of citizens worried about this area decreased from 59% to 51% between 2024 and 2025, medical services still top the list of priority issues.
Study Methodology
The survey was conducted by Angus Reid between September 12 and 16 among a representative sample of 1,521 Canadians. The Canadian Research Insights Council notes that no margin of error is established for online surveys since they are not based on a random sample of the population.
