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Public Perception of Terrorism Threats and Related Information Sources in Canada: Implications for the Management of Terrorism Risks

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  • Louise Lemyre
  • Michelle Turner
  • Jennifer Lee
  • Daniel Krewski

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A national survey of terrorism‐related risk perceptions was recently conducted in Canada, with a total of 1,502 adult Canadians interviewed by telephone. This paper provides a descriptive account of the perception of terrorism threats in Canada, specific types and effects of terrorism, as well as information sources on terrorism. Overall, respondents reported that terrorism was a low to moderate threat to the Canadian population and an even lower threat to themselves as individuals. They also indicated that they currently worry little about terrorism in Canada. The Canadian media was cited as the source most often referred to when seeking credible information about terrorism, whereas elected politicians and government officials were referred to the least. Demographic differences in perceptions of terrorism were examined, with gender representing an important determinant. Survey results are discussed in relation to their implications for addressing and managing the risks of terrorism as well as preparedness planning in Canada.

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  • Louise Lemyre & Michelle Turner & Jennifer Lee & Daniel Krewski, 2006. "Public Perception of Terrorism Threats and Related Information Sources in Canada: Implications for the Management of Terrorism Risks," Journal of Risk Research, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 9(7), pages 755-774.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:jriskr:v:9:y:2006:i:7:p:755-774
    DOI: 10.1080/13669870600924477
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    1. Carlo Caponecchia, 2012. "Relative Risk Perception for Terrorism: Implications for Preparedness and Risk Communication," Risk Analysis, John Wiley & Sons, vol. 32(9), pages 1524-1534, September.
    2. John T. Brady, 2012. "Health risk perceptions across time in the USA," Journal of Risk Research, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 15(6), pages 547-563, June.
    3. Gülbanu Kaptan & Shoshana Shiloh & Dilek Önkal, 2013. "Values and Risk Perceptions: A Cross‐Cultural Examination," Risk Analysis, John Wiley & Sons, vol. 33(2), pages 318-332, February.

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