POLLS: 12,000 Ontarians weigh in on Airbnbs vs. hotels, speed cameras and concerts at the new Rogers Stadium

Between July 7 and July 12, a total of 12,410 Ontarians participated in a new round of public opinion polls, weighing in on travel preferences, speed enforcement, the upcoming Ontario Place waterpark, and whether concertgoers plan to attend shows at the newly opened Rogers Stadium.

Do you prefer to stay in hotels or Airbnbs when travelling?

2,454 votes
Hotel — 83.3% (2,043)
Airbnb — 16.7% (411)

Analysis:
Most voters favour hotels over Airbnbs when travelling, with over 8 in 10 choosing traditional accommodations. The numbers suggest convenience, reliability, or perhaps recent controversy around short-term rentals may be influencing the preference.

Takeaway:
Even with Airbnb’s popularity, Ontarians overwhelmingly lean toward hotels, signalling a trust in consistency, service and structure over peer-based hosting.

Should there be more speed enforcement cameras on Ontario roads?

6,338 votes
No — 57.2% (3,628)
Yes — 42.8% (2,710)

Analysis:
Public opinion is split, but more than half of the respondents oppose expanding the use of speed enforcement cameras across Ontario. Still, a significant portion supports the measure, likely due to concerns about road safety.

Takeaway:
While many value safety, a majority remain skeptical about surveillance or the intent behind enforcement tools.

Will you take your children to the Ontario Place waterpark when it opens?

1,492 votes
No — 70% (1,045)
Yes — 30% (447)

Analysis:
Only 3 in 10 voters say they plan to visit the Ontario Place waterpark with their kids, suggesting some families may be waiting to see how the venue performs, or avoiding it altogether. Cost, accessibility or interest may be factors.

Takeaway:
Excitement appears muted for Ontario Place’s waterpark revival, with many parents holding back. Reviews, pricing and accessibility may shape future turnout.

Will you attend a concert at the new Rogers Stadium?

2,126 votes
(See related article: ‘Herded like cattle’: Rogers Stadium faces crowd test at Coldplay show)
No — 87.3% (1,856)
Yes — 12.7% (270)

Analysis:
A strong majority of respondents say they will not attend concerts at the new Rogers Stadium, following crowding issues at the recent Coldplay concert. The numbers suggest early impressions have left a mark.

Takeaway:
With nearly 9 in 10 avoiding future shows at Rogers Stadium, organizers may face an uphill climb restoring public trust after early crowd control challenges.