Conservatives continue to deny the direct link between increased wildfires and climate change

According to a study by the Angus Reid Institute, 3 in 5 Canadians (59%) acknowledge the direct link between the record number of recent wildfires and climate change. Climate scientists have warned that these “wildfires will continue to worsen as the climate becomes hotter and drier in many areas around the world.”

The study found that a majority of Conservatives (64%) disagree that there is a direct link between the increased wildfires and climate change. A large majority of Liberal (80%), NDP (82%) and Bloc Québécois supporters (71%) believe climate change has had a direct impact on wildfires.

Provincially, Quebecers (67%) are the most likely to agree that these recent wildfires are directly linked to climate change, while those in Saskatchewan are the least likely (38%).

For the complete study and methodology, please visit the Angus Reid Institute.

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