Do you support the public health orders that have us all planning for a lonely Holiday Season? 

I'd say most of my friends and acquaintances are in favour but not all - and a new survey shows that is the case across the country. 

The CTV News - Nanos Research survey "suggests Canadians prefer strict economic lockdowns in regions where COVID-19 cases are rapidly rising rather than a more hands-off approach that allows businesses to remain open while the virus spreads." 

55% of respondents say they support a "very strict" lockdown" with only the "most essential parts of the economy" remaining open while "39% preferred keeping the economy partially open and allowing the virus to 'run its course'." 

It's interesting to note, "Canadians older than 55 were most likely to support strict lockdowns. 

The survey also found we're "far more concerned about contracting the virus than its impact on the economy" with 63% of those surveyed saying they're more "concerned about the risk of testing positive for COVID-19 or a loved one testing positive". 

My hope is that more than 63% of us abide by the public health orders this Christmas.