CPC Internship Survey "*" indicates required fields Step 1 of 10 10% CompanyThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name* First Last Email* Phone* Section 1: Short Answers1. Why are you a conservative?*2. Which single public policy issue matters most to you in Canada today? If you could change federal policy on this issue, how would you do it?*3. Which book, essay, or speech has most shaped your political philosophy, and why?*4. Which organizations or movements have you been involved with that engage in public policy or civic issues? What was your role?*5. What do you think is the greatest challenge facing Canada over the next decade?*6. What do you think the Conservative Party needs to do to earn the trust of new generations of Canadians?*7. What qualities define a good political leader?*8. What one issue would you most like to work on if selected for this internship?* Section 2: Canadian Public Policy Perspectives For each statement, indicate your position: Strongly Agree / Generally Agree / No Strong Feelings / Generally Disagree / Strongly Disagree A. Economy and Government The federal government should balance its budget without raising taxes.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Corporate subsidies and “investment attraction” funds distort free markets.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Interprovincial trade barriers should be eliminated, even if provinces resist.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree The federal government should maintain a balanced approach to resource development and environmental protection.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Foreign ownership of strategic Canadian assets (e.g., energy, telecom, critical minerals) should be restricted.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree The Bank of Canada should focus strictly on controlling inflation, not on social or environmental goals.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Federal support for housing should focus on supply and permitting reform rather than new spending programs.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Fair trade is more important than free trade.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Government spending should prioritize outcomes, not intentions.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree B. Social and Cultural IssuesCanada’s laws should reflect the equal dignity of all citizens without granting special legal privileges to identity groups.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Parental rights in education should be respected when it comes to curriculum on values and sexuality.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Freedom of speech must include the right to express unpopular opinions without fear of government sanction.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Canada should have limits on medical assistance in dying to protect vulnerable people.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Immigration levels should reflect both humanitarian and economic considerations, including housing and integration capacity.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree The government should not compel speech or expression of belief.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Canada’s national identity is rooted in our shared history, institutions, and rule of law, not in cultural relativism.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree The justice system should prioritize protection of victims and public safety over offender leniency.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Law-abiding citizens should not be penalized for owning firearms used for sport or self-defence.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree C. Federalism and GovernanceThe federal government should respect the principle of equal provincial treatment, including in energy and infrastructure policy.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree The Senate should be reformed to better represent regional interests.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree The federal civil service has become overly centralized and unaccountable.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Canada’s Official Languages framework should promote bilingualism without imposing unrealistic administrative burdens.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree The federal government should not use funding conditions to pressure provinces into policy compliance.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Transparency and merit should replace partisanship in appointments and grants.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree D. Foreign Policy and National SecurityCanada should increase defence spending to meet NATO commitments.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree A strong relationship with the United States is essential to Canada’s prosperity and security.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Canada should diversify trade beyond the U.S. and China.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Foreign aid should be tied to democratic governance and human rights.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Canada should use sanctions selectively, not symbolically.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree The government should prioritize energy exports as a tool of foreign policy.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Canada should take a firm stance against authoritarian regimes that undermine the rules-based international order.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Humanitarian immigration must not compromise national security or integration outcomes.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Defence procurement should favour Canadian-built capacity where possible.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Canada should exercise independent foreign policy judgment but coordinate closely with allies.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Section 3: Labour and OpportunityWorkers should be free to choose whether to join or fund a union.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Public sector compensation should be tied to comparable private sector roles.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Government should not subsidize businesses that engage in political advocacy.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Apprenticeships and trades should be given equal policy priority as university education.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Federal immigration and training policy should align with labour shortages rather than population targets.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Tax incentives should reward work, saving, and entrepreneurship rather than dependency.* Strongly Agree Generally Agree No Strong Feelings Generally Disagree Strongly Disagree Section 4: Civic Awareness Canadian Institutions and Movements Below are a number of organizations and figures involved in public policy. You may not know all of them, but for those you know, place: 1. + a plus (+) in front of those you agree with on most policy issues; 2. - a minus (-) in front of those you disagree with on most policy issues; 3. 0 a zero (0) in front of those you know, but have no strong feelings about; 4. N/A for those you do not know.Fraser Institute+-0n/aCanadian Taxpayers Federation+-0n/aCanada Strong and Free Network+-0n/aCanadian Labour Congress+-0n/aCanadian Human Rights Commission+-0n/aCBC / Radio-Canada+-0n/aCanadian Armed Forces+-0n/aAssembly of First Nations+-0n/aBusiness Council of Canada+-0n/aNational Citizens Coalition+-0n/aCanadian Chamber of Commerce+-0n/aCanadian Civil Liberties Association+-0n/aBlacklocks Reporter+-0n/a Section 4: Civic Awareness Canadian Institutions and Movements Below are a number of organizations and figures involved in public policy. You may not know all of them, but for those you know, place: 1. + a plus (+) in front of those you agree with on most policy issues; 2. - a minus (-) in front of those you disagree with on most policy issues; 3. 0 a zero (0) in front of those you know, but have no strong feelings about; 4. N/A for those you do not know.Bank of Canada+-0n/aPierre Poilievre+-0n/aJean Charest+-0n/aStephen Harper+-0n/aDanielle Smith+-0n/aDoug Ford+-0n/aJason Kenney+-0n/a Section 4: Civic Awareness Canadian Institutions and Movements Below are a number of organizations and figures involved in public policy. You may not know all of them, but for those you know, place: 1. + a plus (+) in front of those you agree with on most policy issues; 2. - a minus (-) in front of those you disagree with on most policy issues; 3. 0 a zero (0) in front of those you know, but have no strong feelings about; 4. N/A for those you do not know.Nigel Farage+-0n/aRonald Reagan+-0n/aBrian Mulroney+-0n/aWilfrid Laurier+-0n/aThomas Sowell+-0n/aPreston Manning+-0n/aJordan Peterson+-0n/aMargaret Thatcher+-0n/aJohn Diefenbaker+-0n/a
