'Never going to happen': Cross-border tensions rise amid talk of Canadian annexation and U.S. tariffs

Harbour Grace council shows its Canadian pride

The tension between Canada and the U.S. over tariffs and President’s Donald Trump’s trash talk about a 51st state bled into some of the discussion at Harbour Garce council last month.

‘STOP the American takeover of Canada!’ — Inspiration and humour from a London, Ont. art movement

Facing American tariffs and taunts of becoming the 51st state, Canada can look inward for inspiration, humour and reassurance. On social media, many arts figures or associations have shared versions of Canadian artist Greg Curnoe’s (1936-92) Map of North America. As seen on accounts that include the Arts Canada Institute, the Banff Centre’s Derek Beaulieu, filmmaker Stephen Broomer, the Embassy Cultural House, the Curnoe estate and others, the m…

Guest column: Thinking the unthinkable — how Canada fends off U.S. annexation

Preparing for the worst while hoping for the best is wise for any nation. Although the notion of the U.S. invading or annexing Canada may seem improbable, history reminds us that unexpected shifts do occur. Even if the risk is small, Canada must still consider how to deter aggression and effectively resist occupation if necessary.

Letters: Trump's antagonizing Canadians could harm our state's tourism industry

President Donald Trump's recent comments on Canada — specifically, his proposal for Canada to become the "51st state" — are troubling for many reasons, not least of which is the potential economic harm it could inflict on New Orleans. Canadian…

Trump maintains position on Canada, believes Canada would benefit from becoming 51st US state: White House - The Tribune

Leavitt said that Trump has not shifted his stance on Canada, and he still believes that Canada would greatly benefit from becoming the 51st state of the United States of America.

'Never going to happen': Cross-border tensions rise amid talk of Canadian annexation and U.S. tariffs

The White House maintains that Canada should become the 51st state, which has fueled tensions between the two neighboring nations amid ongoing tariffs and rising patriotic pride.The 25% tariff on all Canadian imports has sparked a national response, prompting a "Buy Canadian" movement across the country. As a result, border traffic into the United States dropped 32% in March. Experts predict travel from Canada to the U.S. will decrease 20% this …