Poll shows most Canadians open to exploring EU membership amid US tensions

Spark Advocacy's March 2026 survey of 4,000 respondents found 25% view formal EU membership favourably, while 58% (a clear majority) say the idea merits further examination, with the rest opposed.

Spark chief strategy officer Bruce Anderson said results signal Canadians seeking alternatives to US reliance after over a year of President Trump's tariffs.

Global News reported similar openness, noting France's foreign minister floated the idea last month, while PM Mark Carney seeks deeper EU trade and security ties short of full membership.

Research Co.'s February 2026 poll showed 48% support for initiating EU accession (vs. 34% opposed), up from 46% in 2025, per X posts citing the data.

Abacus Data's March findings pegged support at 48% for membership, with Liberals (56%) and New Democrats (56%) leading, while Conservatives split evenly.

Wikipedia summarised consistent 44-48% backing across recent polls, with 77% favouring enhanced EU trade. Canadian Affairs noted the EU as Canadians' top partner over the US or UK.