Good governance
To have a well-functioning democracy, it is important that all individuals have their fundamental rights and freedoms respected, are able to participate in civil society, and know that their voices are being heard.
Having public institutions that are trusted to function effectively and treat all people impartially is critical in ensuring that all people in Canada feel safe and have access to the public services they need.
The good governance domain consists of three subdomains and 16 indicators.
Note: Indicators marked with a star icon are headline indicators. Headline indicators are intended to provide a high-level assessment of overall quality of life in Canada.
Safety and security
- Personal safety headline indicator
- Crime Severity Index
- Perceptions of neighbourhood safety after dark
- Childhood maltreatment
- Household emergency preparedness
Democracy and institutions
- Confidence in institutions headline indicator
- Voter turnout
- Representation in senior leadership positions
- Canada's place in the world
- Misinformation/trust in media
- Indigenous self-determination
Justice and human rights
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