The insight and long list of practical suggestions in this make it mandatory reading for all who love this country. Perspective is what will give us a leg up on the future.
Speaking as a Canadian, sure our taxes are a bit higher than the US - but we have free healthcare and lower prescription costs. Our social services are more forgiving as well. Above all, we are not ruled by a painted stinking monster.
We shouldn’t be so worried about paying taxes … as long as they provide a service we need but couldn’t otherwise afford and at a cheaper group price than we could manage by ourselves we are ahead of the game. Medical care is the perfect example: when it is fully funded by government we are protected from medically induced bankruptcy.. Forget the slogans and the name calling. Do what is best for the people - and make sure people know that is what your party has achieved.
So Mark, when was the last time you had a medical appointment or a procedure done? Did you pay any upfront cost? Sure - it wasn’t free but we all shared the costs. Try that in the US, where a night in hospital can easily cost you $3,500 USD. I image you’ve heard the term “medical bankruptcy”.
Great insight, Corey. It's been fascinating—troubling—to watch how a something like "make Canada the 51st state" starts out as a joke or a needle or a "negotiation tactic", only to become a real thing. In the post-Trump world, that which is inconceivable or ridiculous can quickly become a fait accompli.
I like the thrust of the argument; however, there some cautions. For some inexplicable reason BC imports electricity from the US. Any cuts might be reciprocated. Not sure if our exports are equal to, greater than or less than what we import so it could come back to bite. We are cutting subsidies to EVs so why not put a tariff on Teslas.
In picking new ‘partners’ let’s look at S. Korea and Japan not China. We must be careful who we get in bed with because the one we’ve been sleeping with for a long time just became a bipolar alcoholic.
We burned down their White House in 1812 and yet the relationship somehow stayed intact.
Maybe it’s once again time for some metaphorical arson. Corey is right. Measured doses of surprisingly un-Canadian like forays directly where their heart beats; the gas station and the electrical outlet. Keep them on their toes, even if those Canadian made shoes are more expensive to import.
Let them keep that nasty “whiskey” down there. We have much better here anyway.
The rockets red glare? Remember, those were our rockets…🇨🇦
Canada wasn’t exactly uninhabitable. Our ancestors colonized land in which indigenous peoples had been living for centuries. Having said that, I think much of this essay has considerable merit.
Beautiful read. Canadians must be united regardless of views. We will be absorbed if we fight on ANY issue. I don't care how much we disagree right now, if you are Canadian and want to stay that way then let's join hands and show America we are prepared 💪💪💪🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🍁🍁🍁
I’ve been beating the cultural sovereignty drum for years. I would pay money for us to have access to so many cultural products there’s no interest in anything from the United States. I also would like to see more bilingual products — anything to nudge us away from the anglophone American world.
Totally agree. Canada has the lowest levels of cultural investment in the G7 and it really shows. And there’s no way CBC should get a boost unless they cap salaries, stop dubbing French and cut US news content by 90%.
Most national broadcasters use subtitles for foreign languages. CBC is the only national broadcaster of an officially bilingual country not to use them. Italy and Mexico are notorious for dubbing everything into Italian/Spanish.
This is the most sound argument i’ve read . Get this message to the Liberal front runners to face reality of theTariff noose . We dont want to self destruct . Dont give that anti-christ reason to do more evil ..
There’s a problem with your logic: all of our cultural talent is south of the border. All of our stuff is American owned, even Tim Hortons. None of the clothes are manufactured here. Our economies are so incredibly cross-linked, and we have zero ability to do manufacturing of any type. Why? Because our regulatory burden is too high. Canadians have done this to ourselves, with 75 years of relying on our southern neighbour, and in some cases handing them the keys to our destruction outright! And finally, we have 4-5 million immigrants who don’t give a shit about Canada, and they won’t stop going to Costco, or stop buying American. Prove me wrong. Show me your costco stores.
As a Canadian daughter of immigrants, I have to push back on the notion that immigrants don't care about Canada. They chose Canada when they could have gone to any number of wealthy Western nations. Canada is their home.
"Show me your costco stores" How do you know which of the shoppers are immigrants?
I’m sure all immigrants are happier here, except when -40c perhaps. But having several South Asian and Asian friends, I can confidently say that jingoistic consumer sentiment would NEVER take priority over a bargain at the local shop. Just saying.
Folks say boycott everything American. They’re not realizing that everything we own comes from America, even if it’s “manufactured” up here. It’s not. Maybe assembled in Canada. We’ve destroyed our economy by being Cucks, not Canucks, being reliant on the USA for everything whether we can admit it or even recognize it or not. All of our talent leaves. So who picks up the pieces and tries to muddle on, the second or third bench folks who couldn’t compete at the global level. I left for 20 years. Came back with a rare skill that’s sorely needed in Western Canada, but the country I returned to ten years ago is a shell of what it was when I left in the 90’s.
I particularly liked the suggestion of not accepting the US ambassador to Canada if he or she intends on supporting or furthering Trump’s absurd idea that Canada can be annexed.
The Coming of a Coup D’état - America First and then the World will Follow !
In the depths of the night, where the whispers grow loud,
A storm brews beneath the political cloud.
Project 2025, a vision so grand,
Crafted by elites with a treacherous hand.
Trump’s second term, a herald of might,
A billionaire’s dream, an unholy sight.
He aligns with the powerful, the corporate elite,
Foes of the people, whom they secretly greet.
But the people’s resolve is a force to behold,
Their passion and fury, a fire uncontrolled.
They rise with a purpose, their voices will roar,
They’ll take back the system, and settle the score.
In the streets of the cities, the call will ring clear,
The people united, casting off fear.
With the military loyal, the fight is begun,
A global revolt, like a rising sun.
The CEOs tremble, their power will wane,
Their empires crumbling, washed down the drain.
No longer the masters, no longer the kings,
Their wealth and their assets will be taken by wings.
For crimes of oppression, for tyranny’s lies,
They’ll answer in court, where no truth denies.
Politicians who aided, who fed at the trough,
Will find themselves shackled, their wealth washed off.
The revolution’s tide, it will not be contained,
From America’s heart, to the world unchained.
A coup d’état born of justice and fate,
The end of the era, of the corporate state.
Their downfall will echo in history’s pages,
As humanity rises from the cages.
The people will stand, the soldiers at their side,
For liberty’s banner, they’ll fight and they’ll guide.
Trump’s plan will falter, his power will break,
And justice for all, we shall soon undertake.
So watch as the world shifts, and the powerful fall,
For the people will rise and answer the call.
GQ
Ur a man of many talents Adam Coleman. I enjoyed ur poem, well done.
Thank you! The Revolution is afoot!
The insight and long list of practical suggestions in this make it mandatory reading for all who love this country. Perspective is what will give us a leg up on the future.
Speaking as a Canadian, sure our taxes are a bit higher than the US - but we have free healthcare and lower prescription costs. Our social services are more forgiving as well. Above all, we are not ruled by a painted stinking monster.
We shouldn’t be so worried about paying taxes … as long as they provide a service we need but couldn’t otherwise afford and at a cheaper group price than we could manage by ourselves we are ahead of the game. Medical care is the perfect example: when it is fully funded by government we are protected from medically induced bankruptcy.. Forget the slogans and the name calling. Do what is best for the people - and make sure people know that is what your party has achieved.
BTW WTF is not really called for!
We Do Not Have FREE HEALTH CARE
WTF are you even speaking about.?
So Mark, when was the last time you had a medical appointment or a procedure done? Did you pay any upfront cost? Sure - it wasn’t free but we all shared the costs. Try that in the US, where a night in hospital can easily cost you $3,500 USD. I image you’ve heard the term “medical bankruptcy”.
Great insight, Corey. It's been fascinating—troubling—to watch how a something like "make Canada the 51st state" starts out as a joke or a needle or a "negotiation tactic", only to become a real thing. In the post-Trump world, that which is inconceivable or ridiculous can quickly become a fait accompli.
I like the thrust of the argument; however, there some cautions. For some inexplicable reason BC imports electricity from the US. Any cuts might be reciprocated. Not sure if our exports are equal to, greater than or less than what we import so it could come back to bite. We are cutting subsidies to EVs so why not put a tariff on Teslas.
In picking new ‘partners’ let’s look at S. Korea and Japan not China. We must be careful who we get in bed with because the one we’ve been sleeping with for a long time just became a bipolar alcoholic.
We burned down their White House in 1812 and yet the relationship somehow stayed intact.
Maybe it’s once again time for some metaphorical arson. Corey is right. Measured doses of surprisingly un-Canadian like forays directly where their heart beats; the gas station and the electrical outlet. Keep them on their toes, even if those Canadian made shoes are more expensive to import.
Let them keep that nasty “whiskey” down there. We have much better here anyway.
The rockets red glare? Remember, those were our rockets…🇨🇦
Canada wasn’t exactly uninhabitable. Our ancestors colonized land in which indigenous peoples had been living for centuries. Having said that, I think much of this essay has considerable merit.
People tend to forget the centuries of Indigenous peoples settlements in Canada long before the "Explorers" discovered the land of opportunity!
The only thing Trump is investing in is his own pocket.
Beautiful read. Canadians must be united regardless of views. We will be absorbed if we fight on ANY issue. I don't care how much we disagree right now, if you are Canadian and want to stay that way then let's join hands and show America we are prepared 💪💪💪🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🍁🍁🍁
I’ve been beating the cultural sovereignty drum for years. I would pay money for us to have access to so many cultural products there’s no interest in anything from the United States. I also would like to see more bilingual products — anything to nudge us away from the anglophone American world.
Totally agree. Canada has the lowest levels of cultural investment in the G7 and it really shows. And there’s no way CBC should get a boost unless they cap salaries, stop dubbing French and cut US news content by 90%.
Oh my God, I *hate* the dubbing! Hate it.
I know! What are we, Italy? 😅
What does that mean?
Most national broadcasters use subtitles for foreign languages. CBC is the only national broadcaster of an officially bilingual country not to use them. Italy and Mexico are notorious for dubbing everything into Italian/Spanish.
Aaah. Ok. Yes, I prefer subtitles.
What do you mean? You don’t want French translated or English? Huh?
Excellent points! Actionable advice! Unite and act now!
Easier said than done, maybe, but saying it is the first step ....
This is the most sound argument i’ve read . Get this message to the Liberal front runners to face reality of theTariff noose . We dont want to self destruct . Dont give that anti-christ reason to do more evil ..
Thank you Corey. May I share on Facebook?
There’s a problem with your logic: all of our cultural talent is south of the border. All of our stuff is American owned, even Tim Hortons. None of the clothes are manufactured here. Our economies are so incredibly cross-linked, and we have zero ability to do manufacturing of any type. Why? Because our regulatory burden is too high. Canadians have done this to ourselves, with 75 years of relying on our southern neighbour, and in some cases handing them the keys to our destruction outright! And finally, we have 4-5 million immigrants who don’t give a shit about Canada, and they won’t stop going to Costco, or stop buying American. Prove me wrong. Show me your costco stores.
As a Canadian daughter of immigrants, I have to push back on the notion that immigrants don't care about Canada. They chose Canada when they could have gone to any number of wealthy Western nations. Canada is their home.
"Show me your costco stores" How do you know which of the shoppers are immigrants?
I’m sure all immigrants are happier here, except when -40c perhaps. But having several South Asian and Asian friends, I can confidently say that jingoistic consumer sentiment would NEVER take priority over a bargain at the local shop. Just saying.
The segue from cultural talent to Tim Horton’s needs work IMO. 😅
Folks say boycott everything American. They’re not realizing that everything we own comes from America, even if it’s “manufactured” up here. It’s not. Maybe assembled in Canada. We’ve destroyed our economy by being Cucks, not Canucks, being reliant on the USA for everything whether we can admit it or even recognize it or not. All of our talent leaves. So who picks up the pieces and tries to muddle on, the second or third bench folks who couldn’t compete at the global level. I left for 20 years. Came back with a rare skill that’s sorely needed in Western Canada, but the country I returned to ten years ago is a shell of what it was when I left in the 90’s.
I particularly liked the suggestion of not accepting the US ambassador to Canada if he or she intends on supporting or furthering Trump’s absurd idea that Canada can be annexed.
Great advice - now is not the time to be afraid of debt but spend wisely. Seek alternatives - learn to love parsnips!