March 2026 — Pollara’s latest Rage Index shows that while Canadians remain deeply angered by developments in the United States – particularly those associated with President Donald Trump – domestic frustration is easing significantly.
The Rage Index now sits at 46%, down 10 points since late 2025. Across virtually every major issue area – including federal and provincial governments, the economy, and personal finances – levels of anger have declined.
At the same time, Canadians remain overwhelmingly negative toward events south of the border. Three-quarters (76%) hold a negative view of Donald Trump, with strong majorities angered by tariffs on Canadian goods (76%), rhetoric about Canada becoming the “51st state” (73%), and broader U.S. actions.
This shift suggests that anger is not disappearing; it is being redirected. While frustration with Canadian institutions is cooling, external developments are increasingly serving as a focal point for public sentiment, with Trump acting as a unifying “lightning rod.”
Despite the decline in political anger, economic concerns remain persistent, indicating that underlying pressures continue to shape the public mood.
For more details, see our report and data tables.
