Canadians' Holiday Preferences: Greetings, Traditions, and Food

1. A new survey shows that a growing majority of Canadians prefer "Merry Christmas" as a seasonal greeting, with 67% choosing it—up five points from 2024 and a six-year high. "Happy Holidays" was preferred by 18% of respondents.

Which do you usually say?

2. The survey also found that turkey was the most popular holiday food, enjoyed by 82% of respondents, while mulled wine was the least popular at 36%. Brussels sprouts (59%) were slightly more popular than eggnog (55%).

Which of these foods do you enjoy for the holidays?

3. When asked about revealing the truth about Santa Claus, age 10 was the most common response (17%), followed by age eight (12%). Do you agree this is the right age?