The most recent Narrative Research quarterly survey found voter satisfaction with Premier Rob Lantz’s government was at 18 per cent, while dissatisfaction rose to 59 per cent. Photo by Tim Krochak /PostmediaArticle contentAlmost 60 per cent of Islanders are dissatisfied with the performance of the PC government, according to the latest results from Narrative Research’s quarterly survey.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentThe survey of eligible voters, which was completed between Sept. 10-15, shows the governing party continues to struggle to win over many Islanders.Article contentArticle contentIn a news release, Narrative Research said the survey found 18 per cent of Islanders were satisfied with Premier Rob Lantz’s government’s performance, which was up two percentage points from the last quarter.Article contentArticle contentHowever, dissatisfaction rose to 59 per cent, compared to 55 per cent in the previous survey.Article contentThose who were neither satisfied nor dissatisfied was at 23 per cent in the latest quarter.Article contentNarrative Research said concerns about fiscal management, leadership and perceived lack of progress on a range of issues contributed to dissatisfaction, while many people who said they were satisfied expressed reservations.Article content‘Directionless, indecisive’Article contentDissatisfied respondents frequently described the government as directionless, indecisive and unable to deliver meaningful results, Narrative Research said.Article content“Health care deterioration and large deficits are central concerns,” the news release said.Article contentSatisfaction reflected a belief the government is providing stability and making reasonable progress under difficult circumstances, particularly in health care, housing and economic development, Narrative Research said.Article contentThe P.E.I. government had the lowest satisfaction level in Atlantic Canada followed by Newfoundland and Labrador at 23 per cent and Nova Scotia at 26 per cent.Article contentArticle contentIn New Brunswick, 33 per cent of residents were satisfied with their government’s performance.Article contentArticle contentAlong with the results for provincial governments, Narrative Research also included data on satisfaction with the performance of the federal government led by Prime Minister Mark Carney.Article contentSatisfaction with Carney governmentArticle contentIn P.E.I., satisfaction with the federal government was up three percentage points from last quarter to 72 per cent, which was the same level as in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador.Article contentSatisfaction with the federal government was at 68 per cent in New Brunswick.Article contentThe news release said that across the region, Carney’s leadership and his handling of economic and international pressures was driving satisfaction with the federal government.Article contentResidents particularly valued Carney’s response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration, his push for trade diversification, promotion of defence of Canada’s interests and efforts to strengthen the country’s economy and international standing, Narrative Research said.Article contentThe results were part of Narrative Research’s quarterly survey.Article contentThis quarter involved 1,635 surveys completed across Atlantic Canada among eligible voters, including 150 in P.E.I.Article contentNarrative Research said results were collected using its online panel between Sept. 10-15 and were weighted by region, age and gender to reflect the adult population in each province.Article contentArticle content
Voter dissatisfaction in P.E.I. government reaches 59 per cent in recent quarterly survey
