As Ottawa continues to airlift hundreds of Canadians out of Lebanon this weekend, a new Leger survey shows slightly more than half of Canadians (52 per cent) think Canada does not owe protection to citizens who decide to stay in conflict zones despite warnings to leave.

According to the survey, only a third (34 per cent) think the federal government has a responsibility to protect and evacuate its citizens.

A new Leger poll looks at whether Canada owes a duty to protect or evacuate citizens who choose to stay in high-risk conflict zones.{ai:summary}<p>A Leger survey reveals that 52% of Canadians believe the government is not obligated to protect citizens remaining in conflict zones, while only 34% support federal responsibility for evacuation efforts. </p><p>This reflects a divided public opinion on government intervention in crises. #politics</p>

Most Canadians say citizens who stay in high-risk conflict zones don't deserve government protection: poll

Loading...