India, April 7 -- A recent nationwide poll reveals that a majority of Canadians believe exploring membership in the European Union is worth considering, driven by frustrations over U.S. tariffs and shifting geopolitical alignments.

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.

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 D...