Introduction

The 2026 Employee Experience Survey was conducted from February 18 to March 13, 2026 and represented the twelfth iteration of the survey. The survey results provide a snapshot of employees’ workplace experience. Although the organizational structure of the OPS has changed since the time of the survey, the results in this report represent the ministry results as they were at the time of the survey (February 2026). This report may help in identifying trends, areas of strength, and areas for additional focus. The employee experience has an impact on the ability of the OPS to deliver value and outcomes for Ontarians.

Understanding Survey Results

The 2026 OPS Employee Experience Survey used a scale from 1 to 5, with 1 being “Strongly Disagree” and 5 being “Strongly Agree.” In the results, the mean score of these responses is provided, as well as the distribution. Mean scores are converted from a 1- to 5-point scale to a 0- to 100-point scale for ease of use. Where available, results for 2024 and 2022 are provided for comparison purposes.

The combined percentage of those who selected 4 or 5 is represented as the percent agreement or “percent favourable.”

The Employee Engagement Index, Inclusion Index and Leadership Index are also reported on a 0- to 100-point scale.

Cells with N/A represent areas where there is either no historical data, or the minimum threshold of 10 or more responses was not met.  

OPS Employee Experience Survey Results

Employee Engagement Index (EEI)

The Employee Engagement Index is an aggregate score of all employees’ responses to the six key indicators of the Employee Engagement Index using a 100-point scale. The table below summarizes the results for the Employee Engagement Index (EEI) for 2026 as well as 2024. The EEI is based on employees’ perceptions of their degree of engagement.

Table #1: Employee Engagement Index (EEI)
Index20262024
Employee Engagement Index (EEI)64.666.2

Employee Engagement Index (EEI) Indicators

The table below provides the count of responses, mean, and favourable responses for the key indicators used to calculate the Employee Engagement Index (EEI). The mean is based on converting 1 to 5 point Likert scale statements to a score between 0 and 100.

Table #2: Engagement Index Statements
Statement(s)ResponsesMeanFavourable2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
I am inspired to give my very best.42,97367.763.4%71.565.6
I am satisfied with my job.43,10567.263.6%67.068.7
I would prefer to stay with the OPS, even if offered a similar job elsewhere.41,57361.452.0%63.665.1
I would recommend my workplace as a great place to work42,89961.152.9%62.5N/A
My work gives me a sense of accomplishment43,12170.367.5%70.2N/A
Overall, I feel valued as an OPS employee42,83659.852.5%62.855.6

Inclusion Index

The Inclusion Index is an aggregate score of all employees’ responses to the three key indicators of the Inclusion Index using a 100-point scale. The table below summarizes the results for the 2026 Inclusion Index.

Table #3: Inclusion Index
Index202620242022
Inclusion Index71.873.475.9

The table below provides the count of responses, mean and favourable responses for the key indicators used to calculate the Inclusion Index. The mean is based on converting 1 to 5 point Likert scale statements to a score between 0 and 100.

Table #4: Inclusion Index Questions
Statement(s)ResponsesMeanFavourable2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
I am treated respectfully at work.43,00675.576.1%76.579.3
I feel like I belong at my workplace42,81970.167.4%71.874.7
I can be myself at work42,78770.267.9%72.174.1

Leadership Index

The Leadership Index is an aggregate score of all employees’ responses to the three key questions related to leadership using a 100-point scale.

Table #5: Leadership Index
Index202620242022
Leadership Index60.562.961.4

The tables below provides the count of responses, mean and favourable responses for the key indicators used to calculate the Leadership Index. The mean is based on converting 1 to 5 point Likert scale statements to a score between 0 and 100.

Table #6: Responsible Behaviour Statement(s)
Statement(s)ResponsesMeanFavourable2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
My leaders take accountability for their behaviour.38,78360.153.0%61.460.2
Table #7: Innovative Behaviour Statement(s)
Statement(s)ResponsesMeanFavourable2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
My leaders support the use of modern work practices.40,98057.751.2%62.961.3
Table #8: Collaborative Behaviour Statement(s) 
Statement(s)ResponsesMeanFavourable2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
My leaders support me to collaborate with others to help deliver the best solutions.40,50964.358.8%65.163.2

Part A: Ministry Scores

The table below depicts the Employee Engagement Index, Inclusion Index and Leadership Index scores for various ministries.

Table #9: Ministry Scores
*MinistryEngagement IndexInclusion IndexLeadership Index
Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness65.372.558.7
Attorney General64.071.760.9
Cabinet Office66.574.966.1
Children, Community and Social Services63.970.858.7
Citizenship and Multiculturalism61.872.261.4
Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security61.370.159.3
Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade68.577.567.6
Education60.768.056.2
Emergency Preparedness and Response65.572.161.3
Energy and Mines63.576.064.2
Environment, Conservation and Parks61.072.053.8
Finance66.973.263.5
Francophone Affairs76.485.081.0
Health66.873.363.2
Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation60.369.258.8
Infrastructure65.873.566.5
Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development64.772.357.5
Long-Term Care68.073.461.7
Municipal Affairs and Housing61.171.459.4
Natural Resources61.972.858.2
Northern Economic Development and Growth68.876.863.1
Ontario Clean Water Agency65.473.266.4
Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement68.774.565.7
Rural Affairs74.584.476.1
Seniors and Accessibility60.770.862.9
Solicitor General62.969.058.0
Sport62.176.462.7
Tourism, Culture and Gaming64.372.660.9
Transportation65.172.458.5
Treasury Board Secretariat65.973.064.1

*Note* The results in this table represent the ministry scores as they were constituted at the time of the survey (February 2026).  

Part B: Survey Statements

The table below represents statements that were asked in the 2026, 2024 and 2022 surveys. Cells with N/A represent areas where there is either no historical data, or the minimum threshold of 10 or more responses was not met.

Table #10: My Job Statements
Statement(s)ResponsesMeanFavourable2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
I am paid fairly for the work that I do (including benefits, representing my total compensation).43,04251.242.0%N/AN/A
I have a clear understanding of what is expected of me in my job.43,16978.278.9%77.5N/A
I have the independence I need to make decisions about my daily work.43,08073.773.3%74.5N/A
I have the technology, equipment and other tools I need to do my job well.43,19168.565.0%67.266.5
I understand how my work contributes to the OPS mission of taking pride in strengthening Ontario, its places, and its people.42,82273.672.3%73.9N/A
My job aligns with my professional interests.42,80875.274.1%74.5N/A
My workload is reasonable.43,08657.149.8%55.956.9
The learning and development I have received has met my needs.42,66560.051.9%58.156.9
Table #11: My Career Statements
Statement(s)ResponsesMeanFavourable2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
I am satisfied with the way my career is progressing in the OPS.41,87861.554.1%61.660.0
I have opportunities for career growth within the OPS.41,73360.252.9%60.960.1
Table #12: The Person I Report to Statements
Statement(s)ResponsesMeanFavourable2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
I am confident that the person I report to will effectively address instances of discrimination if they occur in my workplace.41,37080.980.6%80.980.7
I have a positive working relationship with the person I report to.42,80282.883.1%82.783.6
I have confidence in the person I report to.42,57478.076.7%N/AN/A
The person I report to consults me on decisions that affect my work.42,22373.771.6%73.573.0
The person I report to helps identify my learning needs.41,19769.764.8%68.565.9
The person I report to keeps me informed of things that I need to know.42,74275.674.2%75.375.5
The person I report to supports learning as it relates to my career goals.41,54676.875.3%75.875.5
The person I report to supports my professional growth in the OPS41,55876.374.3%75.7N/A
The person I report to takes the time to handle the people aspects of the job.42,33375.273.2%74.774.3
Table #13: My Leaders Statements
Statement(s)ResponsesMeanFavourable2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
I have confidence in my leaders41,49460.453.3%61.5N/A
My leaders inspire me to help achieve ministry objectives.40,84159.651.4%60.659.3
Table #14: My Workplace Statements
Statement(s)ResponsesMeanFavourable2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
I am satisfied with communications in my ministry42,61755.344.1%57.3N/A
I have a safe and healthy work environment.42,97566.261.7%69.868.8
I have support at work to balance my work and personal life.42,91959.753.4%66.565.4
I receive meaningful recognition for work well done.42,73759.151.7%58.669.7
I would recommend the OPS as a great place to  work42,80760.250.5%62.664.2
In my ministry the process for selecting a person for a position is fair40,24455.346.6%54.056.0
In my workplace the policies and practices support me to do my job well.42,56958.349.1%N/AN/A
My Ministry does a good job supporting persons with permanent or temporary disabilities.31,98366.561.5%69.270.5
My ministry provides the support I need to adapt to changes in my job or work environment.41,93455.445.3%59.160.1
My workplace supports flexible work arrangements.41,63648.039.9%63.064.6
The communication I receive in my workplace helps me do my work effectively.42,78959.350.5%60.2N/A
The OPS hires and promotes people based on their skills, abilities and experience.40,91051.440.8%50.852.4

Part C: Mental Health

Table #15: Mental Health
Statement(s)ResponsesMeanFavourable2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
I feel free to discuss mental health challenges impacting my work with the person I report to.40,39361.053.9%61.959.6
My emotional wellbeing is supported in my workplace.41,33557.648.3%61.1N/A
The amount of stress I experience at work is reasonable.42,27550.037.7%51.951.7
The OPS mental health support programs are appropriate to my needs.34,50051.638.6%53.953.6
Table #16: Mental Health Issues
Mental HealthResponsesMeanAdverse/ Negative*2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
Work-related pressures during the past twelve months adversely impacted my mental health.40,73059.150.0%57.566.0

*Note* In the above statements higher agreement (favourable) % signifies a more adverse/negative impact on mental health.

Part D: Respectful Workplace

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to fostering and sustaining a respectful workplace. A respectful workplace is one that values courteous conduct, positive communication, professional working relationships, dignity and inclusion.

Table #17: Respectful Workplace
Statement(s)ResponsesMeanFavourable2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
I feel free to express opinions that diverge from those of management without fear of reprisal.42,28861.756.7%63.266.8
The people I work with value my ideas and opinions.42,79372.571.9%73.379.1

The following question was addressed to those who answered "Disagree" or "Strongly Disagree" to the statement "I am treated respectfully at work".

Table #18: Disrespectful Behaviour at Work
In the past twelve months have you experienced disrespectful behaviour at work?2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
No9.2%8.4%11.2%
Yes90.8%91.6%88.8%
Number of Responses 3,6213,1902,389

The following questions were addressed to those who answered "Yes" to the question "In the past twelve months have you experienced disrespectful behaviour at work?".

Table #19: Nature of the Disrespectful Behaviour
What was the nature of the disrespectful behaviour?*2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
Disruptive workplace culture (e.g., offensive jokes, displaying inappropriate materials)32.2%29.8%22.9%
Gossip (e.g., 'talking behind your back')53.6%56.2%47.9%
Inappropriate conduct towards clients/stakeholders (e.g., biased treatment or customer service)23.5%23.7%18.8%
Minimizing your skills, experience and opinions (e.g., belittling, demeaning, patronizing, condescending)75.5%74.8%71.8%
Minimizing the skills, experience and opinions (e.g., belittling, demeaning, patronizing, condescending) of other co-workers, stakeholders or clients54.4%52.1%45.1%
Rude or discourteous behaviour (e.g., swearing, dismissive body language)51.3%49.4%42.2%
Rude or discourteous behaviour related to my disability16.0%14.4%13.1%
Rude or discourteous behaviour related to my gender identity or sexual orientation9.9%9.2%7.7%
Rude or discourteous behaviour related to my religion, spiritual beliefs, traditions, culture and attire12.7%11.8%10.4%
Other31.3%23.6%20.8%
Number of Responses3,1382,7312,001

*Note* This question was a multi-select question (meaning a respondent could choose more than one answer). As a result, the percentages could add up to more than 100%.

Part E: Workplace Discrimination

The section refers to workplace discrimination. Discrimination must be linked to one of the prohibited grounds under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Table #20: Workplace Discrimination
In the past twelve months have you experienced discrimination on the job?2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
No88.3%88.6%91.2%
Yes11.7%11.4%8.8%
Number of Responses 37,61239,75835,527

The following question was addressed to those who answered "Yes" to the question "In the past twelve months have you experienced discrimination on the job?".

Table #21: Discrimination Grounds
Did you experience discrimination based on one or more grounds detailed below?*2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
Age31.7%27.4%23.8%
Ancestry8.9%7.5%6.6%
Citizenship4.6%2.6%1.7%
Colour24.0%18.7%17.0%
Creed (religion)9.3%8.5%6.9%
Disability (mental or physical)26.8%21.6%21.8%
Ethnic origin22.7%18.6%16.0%
Family status16.1%13.6%13.7%
Gender expression4.0%4.2%3.2%
Gender identity14.2%10.4%8.7%
Marital status7.5%7.0%5.4%
Place of origin9.2%9.1%8.0%
Race28.3%28.5%27.8%
Record of offences0.8%1.1%0.7%
Sex (including pregnancy)15.0%16.1%16.9%
Sexual orientation6.7%6.7%5.5%
OtherN/A12.0%12.1%
Number of Responses3,5383,6712,593

*Note* This question was a multi-select question (meaning a respondent could choose more than one answer). As a result, the percentages could add up to more than 100%.

The following question was addressed to those who answered "Yes" to the question "In the past twelve months have you experienced discrimination on the job?".

Table #22: Discrimination Source
Thinking about your experience of discrimination, from whom did you experience workplace discrimination?*2026 Proportion2022 Proportion
Co-worker(s)49.0%37.7%
Individual(s) for whom I have a custodial responsibility (e.g., inmates, offenders, patients, detainees)12.2%6.2%
Individual(s) from my ministry33.8%28.1%
Individual(s) from other government departments or agencies8.3%5.9%
Individual(s) from other OPS ministries or agencies10.9%8.1%
Individual(s) with authority over me55.4%56.2%
Individual(s) working for me7.0%4.0%
Members of the public (individuals or organizations)15.9%10.0%
OtherN/A8.2%
Number of Responses3,7752,833

*Note* This question was a multi-select question (meaning a respondent could choose more than one answer). As a result, the percentages could add up to more than 100%.

Part F: Workplace Harassment

The next section asks about workplace harassment. Harassment does not have to be linked to a prohibited ground of discrimination under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Table #23: Workplace Harassment
In the past twelve months have you experienced harassment on the job?2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
No91.6%91.4%92.2%
Yes8.4%8.6%7.8%
Number of Responses38,99840,87836,179

The following question was addressed to those who answered "Yes" to the question "In the past twelve months have you experienced harassment on the job?".

Table #24: The Harassment Involved
The harassment involved….*2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
Unwanted sexual solicitation or sexual advances8.4%7.6%5.1%
Unwelcome words or actions that are offensive, humiliating or demeaning97.4%86.2%88.9%
OtherN/A18.9%14.8%
Number of Responses2,8052,9272,549

*Note* This question was a multi-select question (meaning a respondent could choose more than one answer). As a result, the percentages could add up to more than 100%.

The following question was addressed to those who answered "Unwelcome words of actions that are offensive, humiliating or demeaning" to the question "The harassment involved . . . "

Table #25: What Were the Unwelcome Words or Actions About
What were the unwelcome words or actions about?*2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
Nature of employment22.2%24.6%25.6%
Voicing concerns or complaints43.3%39.1%37.7%
Your accent4.1%4.2%2.9%
Your age12.4%13.9%11.1%
Your ancestry4.8%4.8%3.6%
Your beliefs9.7%10.2%8.6%
Your colour8.1%6.0%4.3%
Your communication style23.7%23.9%24.3%
Your disability (mental or physical)14.9%12.2%11.8%
Your education5.8%7.7%6.3%
Your ethnic origin7.5%6.9%4.3%
Your experience31.7%32.6%28.2%
Your family status8.5%8.5%6.6%
Your gender expression2.1%2.1%0.9%
Your gender identity3.5%3.7%3.1%
Your marital status5.2%5.9%4.4%
Your occupation17.0%16.3%14.0%
Your opinion(s)36.1%36.7%35.5%
Your place of origin3.9%4.8%3.0%
Your race7.4%9.1%6.4%
Your religion (creed)4.6%4.8%2.9%
Your sex9.2%9.4%7.4%
Your sexual orientation3.0%3.6%1.9%
Your skills40.1%40.1%40.5%
Your style of work42.1%41.3%40.3%
Your tenure14.1%13.9%10.4%
No specific focus3.3%4.2%5.2%
Other19.2%10.1%9.9%
Number of Responses2,4832,3362,084

*Note* This question was a multi-select question (meaning a respondent could choose more than one answer). As a result, the percentages could add up to more than 100%.  

Part G: Equitable Workplace

Table #26: Equitable Workplace
Statement(s)ResponsesMeanFavourable2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
The OPS is taking appropriate action to build an equitable workplace.39,77159.149.7%63.766.6
Table #27: OPS Leadership Pledge
I am aware of the OPS Leadership Pledge to build an equitable workplace.2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
No33.8%27.1%29.7%
Yes66.2%72.9%70.3%
Number of Responses34,99638,46435,125
Table #28: Awareness of What has Been Done in the Past Twelve Months to Advance Racial Equity in the Workplace
I am aware of what has been done in the past twelve months to advance racial equity in the workplace2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
No47.5%36.8%31.4%
Yes52.5%63.2%68.6%
Number of Responses34,63637,70535,017
Table #29: Racial Equity and OPS Values
Statement(s)ResponsesMeanFavourable2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
I am confident that actions taken to advance racial equity will improve my workplace.35,78558.446.0%60.865.8

Part H: Accommodations

Table #30: Accommodations
Do you require employment accommodation in order to perform your job?2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
No80.4%87.0%89.0%
Yes19.6%13.0%11.0%
Number of Responses36,71839,70135,701

The following question was addressed to those who answered "Yes" to the question "Do you require employment accommodation in order to perform your job?"

Table #31: Did you Make the Request for Accommodation you Need to Perform your Job in the Past Twelve Months?
Did you make the request for accommodation you need to perform your job in the past twelve months?2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
No20.0%25.7%39.6%
Yes80.0%74.3%60.4%
Number of Responses6,8374,9263,722

The following questions were addressed to those who answered "Yes" to the question "Did you make the request for accommodation(s) you need to perform your job in the past twelve months?".

Table #32: Have you Been Provided with Accommodation as a result of your request?
Have you been provided with accommodation as a result of your request?2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
No12.0%11.9%14.3%
Yes52.8%72.4%65.2%
Request is being evaluated35.2%15.7%20.5%
Number of Responses5,2183,4052,119

Part I: Workplace Profile

Table #33: Employment Group
The Employment Group that you belong to is...*2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
A Bargaining Unit / Association covered by a collective agreement (OPSEU, AMAPCEO, OPPA, PEGO, ALOC, OCAA, AOPDPS, PSAT)80.5%80.6%80.4%
Individual contributor / non-manager specialist excluded from a bargaining unit4.6%4.3%4.4%
Manager or OPP Inspector or equivalent11.0%11.0%11.0%
Senior Management / Executive Class2.5%2.5%2.8%
Other1.3%1.6%1.5%
Number of Responses41,47442,77037,228
Table #34: Type of Work
What type of work do you do? (Formerly Job Category)2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
Accounting & Finance5.8%5.8%5.9%
Administrative Support / Clerical11.7%12.1%12.2%
Communications & Marketing2.9%3.1%3.2%
Consulting & Planning2.9%2.7%2.8%
Corrections8.4%9.2%5.9%
Customer & Client Services7.8%7.1%7.7%
Education & Training1.9%2.0%2.2%
Emergency Services2.8%N/AN/A
Enforcement7.0%8.3%7.8%
Health and Social Services3.8%4.1%4.4%
Human Resources3.2%3.3%3.2%
Information Technology8.8%9.0%9.7%
Inspections & Investigations4.0%3.9%3.9%
Land & Resources3.0%3.6%3.6%
Legal Services5.2%5.3%6.0%
Policy8.2%8.0%8.1%
Program Analysis & Planning7.1%6.5%6.9%
Purchasing and Supply0.4%0.4%0.5%
Science & Engineering3.3%3.5%3.8%
Technical, Maintenance & Trades1.9%2.1%2.2%
Number of Responses38,95340,31535,029

The following question was addressed to those who answered "Manager or OPP Inspector or equivalent" in the question "The employment group that you belong to is…".

Table #35: Manager or equivalent classification
What is your current manager or equivalent classification?2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
CC51.5%1.3%1.8%
M6 or equivalent3.6%4.0%4.0%
M7 or equivalent2.2%4.1%4.4%
M8 or equivalent6.8%8.0%5.2%
M9 or equivalent14.9%15.0%16.2%
M10 or equivalent15.2%14.1%15.8%
M11 or equivalent48.0%46.5%45.6%
M12 or equivalent3.5%2.1%2.3%
OPP Staff Sergeant or Sergeant Major1.5%1.8%2.2%
OPP Commissioned Officer 11.6%2.4%1.8%
OPP Commissioned Officer 20.9%0.6%0.6%
OPP Commissioned Officer 30.2%0.1%0.2%
Number of Responses4,2504,2463,657

The following questions were addressed to those who answered they belong to "Senior Management or Executive Class" in the question "The employment Group that you belong to is…".

Table #36: Senior Management Level
Senior Management Level*2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
Assistant Deputy Minister, Associate Deputy Minister, OPP Provincial Commander or equivalent position19.7%19.7%21.2%
Deputy Minister, OPP Commissioner or equivalent2.7%3.1%2.8%
Director, OPP Superintendent, OPP Chief Superintendent or equivalent position77.7%77.1%76.0%
Number of Responses1,0121,018992

*Note* Due to the Management Job Evaluation Plan some levels of management have changed.

Table #37: Workplace Location
Where are you located?2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
Central Region (Toronto, York, Durham, Halton, etc.)59.8%59.4%59.8%
East Region (Ottawa, Frontenac, Peterborough, Hastings, etc.)11.8%11.6%12.6%
North Region (Thunder Bay, Algoma, Nipissing, Cochrane, etc.)12.3%12.9%11.7%
West Region (Dufferin, Hamilton, Waterloo, Middlesex, etc.)16.2%16.1%15.9%
Number of Responses41,21142,69637,128

Part J: Demographic Profile

Table #38: Age
What is your age…2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
<200.1%0.0%0.1%
20-242.5%2.8%1.9%
25-2910.0%9.7%8.7%
30-3412.5%12.7%11.7%
35-3913.6%13.3%13.4%
40-4414.8%14.7%15.1%
45-4914.8%14.8%15.3%
50-5413.8%13.9%14.3%
55-5910.4%10.9%12.4%
60-645.7%5.5%5.5%
65+1.8%1.7%1.6%
Number of Responses37,97939,55635,006
Table #39: Formal Education
What is the highest level of formal education you have completed?2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
Grade/elementary school0.0%0.0%0.0%
High school graduate2.6%2.9%3.0%
Post-graduate or higher30.7%28.8%29.1%
Some high school0.1%0.1%0.2%
Some university5.2%5.9%6.0%
Some vocational, technical college, or CEGEP3.9%4.3%4.6%
University graduate39.2%38.3%38.2%
Vocational, technical college, or CEGEP graduate18.3%19.6%19.0%
Number of Responses39,81441,31136,469
Table #40: Gender Identity
What is your gender identity?*2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
Man39.6%40.2%38.8%
Non‐binary0.6%0.6%0.4%
Two-Spirited0.1%0.1%0.1%
Woman59.8%59.1%60.6%
I don't identify with the above0.2%0.3%0.3%
Number of Responses38,97840,57135,515

*Note* This question was a multi-select question (meaning a respondent could choose more than one answer). As a result, the percentages could add up to more than 100%.

Table #41: Do you Identify as Transgender
Do you identify as transgender2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
No99.4%99.4%99.5%
Questioning0.2%0.2%0.2%
Yes0.4%0.3%0.3%
Number of Responses39,94041,28436,017
Table #42: Sexual Orientation
What is your sexual orientation?*2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
Asexual (an identity tied to experiencing little or no sexual attraction; different than celibacy or abstinence)0.5%0.5%0.4%
Bisexual or Pansexual (attracted to more than one gender)3.4%3.4%3.0%
Gay (attracted to the same gender)1.7%1.7%1.8%
Lesbian (a woman attracted to women)1.0%0.9%0.9%
Queer (umbrella term for identities that are not heterosexual or cisgender)1.3%1.0%0.9%
Questioning (exploring one’s sexual orientation and/or gender identity)0.4%0.4%0.4%
Straight or Heterosexual (a man attracted to women, or a woman attracted to men)92.1%91.9%91.8%
Two-Spirit (specific to Indigenous people whose gender identity, spiritual identity and/or sexual orientation includes a blend of masculine, feminine and/or non-binary spirits)0.1%0.1%0.1%
I don't identify with the above0.7%1.0%1.5%
Number of Responses35,52437,56532,765

*Note* This question was a multi-select question (meaning a respondent could choose more than one answer). As a result, the percentages could add up to more than 100%.

Table #43: Ethnic / Cultural Origin?
What is your ethnic/cultural origin?*2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
Anishinaabe0.8%0.8%0.8%
Argentinean0.2%0.2%0.1%
Brazilian0.3%0.2%0.2%
British7.5%9.6%10.6%
Canadian58.4%47.9%47.4%
Chilean0.2%0.1%0.1%
Chinese6.0%5.7%5.8%
Colombian0.4%0.3%0.2%
Cree0.3%0.3%0.2%
Cuban0.1%0.1%0.1%
Dutch2.2%2.5%2.6%
East Indian4.6%4.0%4.0%
Ecuadorian0.2%0.2%0.2%
English10.7%10.3%10.7%
Filipino1.6%1.7%1.5%
French4.9%5.9%6.8%
German3.6%5.4%5.7%
Greek0.9%1.1%1.0%
Guyanese1.5%1.5%1.5%
Haudenosaunee0.2%0.3%0.2%
Inuk / Inuit0.1%0.0%0.0%
Iranian0.6%0.5%0.5%
Irish7.9%10.3%11.2%
Italian5.0%5.8%6.1%
Jamaican2.6%2.7%2.3%
Jewish1.7%1.9%1.9%
Korean0.5%0.5%0.5%
Lebanese0.5%0.5%0.5%
Lenape0.0%0.0%0.0%
Mexican0.3%0.2%0.2%
Mi'kmaq0.2%0.3%0.3%
Métis1.0%1.4%1.5%
Nigerian1.1%0.7%0.6%
Ojibway0.4%0.6%0.6%
Omushkego0.0%0.0%0.0%
Pakistani1.5%1.5%1.3%
Peruvian0.1%0.1%0.1%
Polish2.1%2.6%2.7%
Portuguese1.3%1.5%1.4%
Salvadorian0.2%0.2%0.2%
Scottish7.0%8.7%9.5%
Somali0.2%0.2%0.1%
Sri Lankan1.3%1.2%1.1%
Trinidadian1.2%1.1%1.1%
Ukrainian2.2%2.6%2.8%
Venezuelan0.1%0.1%0.1%
Another ethnic origin not listed11.3%12.3%11.8%
Number of Responses34,73735,84431,806

*Note* This question was a multi-select question (meaning a respondent could choose more than one answer). As a result, the percentages could add up to more than 100%.

Table #44: Religion and/or Spiritual Affiliation?
What is your religion and/or spiritual affiliation?*2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
Buddhist2.3%2.1%2.4%
Christian44.4%45.1%47.4%
Hindu4.5%3.8%3.3%
Indigenous Spirituality0.8%0.9%0.8%
Jewish1.6%1.6%1.7%
Muslim4.9%4.3%3.8%
No religious affiliation38.3%38.8%37.7%
Sikh1.5%1.2%0.9%
Another religion3.5%3.6%3.5%
Number of Responses33,64635,87931,541

*Note* This question was a multi-select question (meaning a respondent could choose more than one answer). As a result, the percentages could add up to more than 100%.

Table #45: Francophone
Are you a Francophone?2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
No93.4%93.5%93.2%
Yes6.6%6.5%6.8%
Number of Responses40,02541,84036,606
Table #46: Are you an Indigenous person?
Do you identify as First Nations, Metis and/or Inuit?*2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
No97.3%97.1%97.3%
Yes2.7%2.9%2.7%
Number of Responses39,67441,62036,373

The following question was addressed to those who answered "Yes" to the question "Do you identify as First Nations, Metis and/or Inuit?".

Table #47: Are you First Nation, Métis or Inuk?
Are you First Nation, Métis or Inuk?*2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
First Nations51.2%52.6%51.8%
Inuk0.7%0.9%0.3%
Métis50.8%49.3%50.3%
Number of Responses1,0171,167956

*Note* This question was a multi-select question (meaning a respondent could choose more than one answer). As a result, the percentages could add up to more than 100%.

Table #48: Race Category
Which race category best describes you?*2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
Black (African descent, Afro-Caribbean, African-Canadian, African American, Afro-Latinx)7.9%7.0%6.0%
East Asian (Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Taiwanese, other East Asian descent)7.2%6.7%N/A
East/Southeast Asian (Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Filipino, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Indonesian and other southeast Asian descent)N/AN/A9.0%
Indigenous (First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk descent)2.3%2.4%2.1%
Latino/Latina/Latinx (Latin American, Hispanic, Central American, or Brazilian descent)2.0%1.7%1.6%
Middle Eastern (Arab, Persian, and/or West Asian descent, e.g., Afghan, Egyptian, Iranian, Lebanese, Turkish, Kurdish, etc.)2.5%2.3%2.1%
South Asian (Indian Subcontinent descent, e.g., East Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan, Indo-Caribbean, etc.)11.2%9.9%8.6%
Southeast Asian (Filipino, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Thai, Indonesian, other Southeast Asian descent)2.4%2.2%N/A
White (European descent)67.0%69.2%71.5%
Another race category (please specify)1.8%2.2%2.0%
Number of Responses36,06937,77233,233

*Note* This question was a multi-select question (meaning a respondent could choose more than one answer). As a result, the percentages could add up to more than 100%.

*Note* Race categories have been modified according to OPS race data standards. 

Table #49: Canadian Armed Forces Veteran
Are you a Canadian Armed Forces Veteran?2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
No98.2%98.1%98.3%
Yes1.8%1.9%1.7%
Number of Responses41,06942,82137,509

In our society, people are often described by their race or racial background. For example, some people are considered “White”, “Black” or “East/Southeast Asian” etc. “Racialized” is a calculated measure based on responses to the race category question.

Table #50: Racialized
Racialized2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
No67.1%69.8%72.2%
Yes31.5%28.5%26.2%
Unknown1.4%1.7%1.6%
Number of Responses36,06937,77233,233

Disability includes physical, mental, and learning disabilities, mental disorders, hearing or vision disabilities, drug and alcohol dependencies, environmental sensitivities, as well as other conditions.

Table #51: Do you have a Disability?
Do you have a disability?2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
No82.4%85.6%86.7%
Yes17.6%14.4%13.3%
Number of Responses38,36140,48935,801

The following questions were addressed to those who answered "Yes" to the question "Do you have a disability?".

Table #52: Which of the Following Disabilities do you have?
Which of the following disabilities do you have?*2026 Proportion2024 Proportion2022 Proportion
Dexterity: A person whose daily living activities are impacted in relation to using their fingers or hands to grasp objects, with or without the use of assistive devices.6.1%5.4%5.6%
Environmental-Related: A person whose daily living activities are impacted by environmentally-linked conditions such as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), Fibromyalgia (FM), Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (ES/MCS) and Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity.10.1%8.8%9.8%
Flexibility: A person whose daily living activities are impacted in relation to bending down or reaching with or without the use of assistive devices.7.7%7.0%7.8%
Hearing – Deafness: A person with little or no functional hearing, with or without the use of assistive devices, and who generally uses Sign language, lipreading, speech-reading or reading and writing to communicate.1.9%1.9%2.6%
Hearing – Hard of Hearing: A person whose daily living activities are impacted due to a hearing loss and who generally relies on their remaining hearing with or without use of a hearing aid, cochlear implant or other devices.10.1%10.9%11.4%
Learning Disability or ADHD: A person whose daily living activities are affected due to an impact on a process related to learning that affects how the person takes in, remembers, understands, organizes or expresses information and the person has average or above abilities (This category also includes people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) which can impact on activity, impulsivity or attention).35.4%30.1%22.1%
Mental Health Related or Substance Use Related: A person whose daily living activities may be impacted by an emotional, psychological or mental health condition, with or without the use of medication or therapy, such as an anxiety disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, substance use disorders, anorexia, etc.45.6%44.7%46.3%
Mobility: A person whose daily living activities are impacted in their ability to move around, including walking or using stairs, with or without the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, cane, braces or other aids or devices.13.0%13.1%12.2%
Neurological-Related: A person whose daily living activities are impacted by a disability affecting the nerves or nervous system with or without assistive devices or treatment (e.g., Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Parkinson’s Disease, Acquired Brain Injury, etc.)9.0%8.3%9.2%
Pain-Related: A person whose daily living activities are impacted because of pain that is always present or periods of pain that reoccur from time to time with or without the use of medication or therapy.28.9%24.0%27.1%
Speech Disabilities: A person whose daily living activities are impacted in their ability to speak or communicate with or without assistive devices.1.1%1.1%1.1%
Vision – Blindness: A person whose daily living activities are impacted due to having no or very limited useable vision and who may generally rely on audio, braille or tactile information.0.3%0.4%0.5%
Vision – Low Vision: A person whose daily living activities are impacted due to a vision loss that cannot be sufficiently improved by eyeglasses, contact lenses or medical or surgical therapy, and who may generally rely on the use of their remaining vision with or without the use of other assistive devices.4.1%4.0%4.5%
Other11.9%11.9%12.7%
Number of Responses6,0065,2324,373

*Note* This question was a multi-select question (meaning a respondent could choose more than one answer). As a result, the percentages could add up to more than 100%.

Table #53: Neurodiversity
Do you identify as neurodivergent?2026 Proportion
No86.6%
Yes13.4%
Number of Responses37,340

 

Part K: Communicating Results

Table #54: Confidence that the Results of the Survey will be Addressed.
Statement(s)ResponsesMeanFavourable2024 (Mean)2022 (Mean)
I am confident that the results of the survey will be addressed.42,01343.429.0%46.948.7

Part L: Response Rates

Table #55: Response Rates
Response Rate Year2026 OPS All
202662.9%

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