The Angus Reid Institute published new research, which found that 59% of Canadians would prefer to spend the majority of their working time at home if it were possible. According to the study, 68% of Canadians would rather work from home most of the time, and 9% would choose to work full-time in the office.
Key findings:
- Working-age Canadians, regardless of whether they are working from home currently, say the biggest perceived benefits would be not having to commute (78%) and improved mental health (49%). One-quarter of those with children at home (27%) say savings in childcare would be a benefit.
- Of those who have worked from home, the biggest challenges have been social isolation (30%) and disconnection from co-workers (30%). Young women are more likely to say they felt isolated (43%).
- More than half of Canadians younger than 65 (57%) say they believe workers are just as, if not more, productive at home compared to on-site. Among those with experience working from home, this is overwhelmingly the view (73%).
The Angus Reid Institute conducted an online survey from July 18 – 22, 2025, among a randomized sample of 1,918 Canadian adults who are members of the Angus Reid Forum. The sample was weighted to be representative of adults nationwide according to region, gender, age, household income, and education, based on the Canadian census.
For additional key insights and further information about the study, click here.
