Overwhelming Canadian Support for Removing Prince Andrew from Royal Succession
A new national poll reveals that an overwhelming majority of Canadians want former Prince Andrew permanently removed from the British Royal Family's line of succession, reflecting growing public disapproval of the disgraced royal and broader indifference toward the monarchy.
Strong Public Sentiment Against Andrew's Royal Status
The Angus Reid Institute survey, conducted from February 24-26, 2026, found that 84% of Canadian adults support removing Andrew from the succession line, with 73% expressing strong support for this position. This sentiment emerges as Andrew faces serious legal challenges, including recent arrest on suspicion of misconduct of public office related to his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
"The poll results demonstrate clear public rejection of Andrew's continued royal status," said political analyst Jane Stevenson. "Canadians are sending a powerful message about accountability and appropriate conduct for those in positions of privilege."
Broader Royal Indifference Among Canadians
The strong opposition to Andrew's succession rights coincides with broader Canadian ambivalence toward the Royal Family. The survey found that 51% of respondents consider the Windsors irrelevant to their personal lives, while an additional 25% believe the royal family is becoming less relevant over time.
Constitutional monarchy support continues to wane, with 47% of Canadians preferring to end Canada's ties to the monarchy compared to 29% who wish to maintain the institution for future generations. Public opinion also leans against recognizing King Charles as head of state, with 48% opposing versus 42% supporting the traditional arrangements.
Andrew's Mounting Legal Troubles
The former prince's legal challenges have intensified in recent months. Andrew was interrogated for 11 hours last month about his connections to Epstein, who died in prison while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. The investigation follows Andrew's loss of royal titles and military affiliations in October 2025 after controversy grew over his Epstein links.
New allegations have emerged from U.S. Justice Department documents showing Andrew allegedly shared confidential government reports with Epstein following trade visits to Vietnam, Singapore, and China in 2010. The former trade envoy is also accused of tipping off Epstein about investment opportunities in Afghanistan's gold and uranium sectors.
Poll Methodology and Significance
The Angus Reid Institute conducted its online survey among a randomized sample of 1,607 Canadian adults. For comparison purposes, a probability sample of this size carries a margin of error of +/- 2 percentage points, 19 times out of 20.
"These findings represent more than just disapproval of one individual," Stevenson noted. "They reflect evolving Canadian attitudes toward inherited privilege, accountability, and the relevance of historical institutions in modern society."
The poll results arrive as Andrew remains technically in the line of succession despite his legal troubles and public disgrace, highlighting the tension between traditional royal protocols and contemporary public expectations.
