Public sentiment is characterized by strong frustration and defiance towards Trump's trade threats, with many accusing the U.S. government of arrogance and interfering in sovereign affairs, particularly concerning India's right to source oil. Commenters advocate for independence from U.S. influence and express skepticism about the effectiveness of the proposed tariffs. Sentiment ranges from outrage to fear regarding potential geopolitical tensions.

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It’s better to go down swinging than rolling over.  Keep supporting your local Canadian businesses!

NottaLottaOcelot

I agree entirely with Axworthy's comments especially "procurement of Ukraine’s advanced drone technology". This is something we should pursue right away and not just "for our **Arctic** security" as Axworthy suggests.

ItsNotMe_ImNotHere

Mandatory training on drones for as many Canadians as possible. Retool auto parts mfg to drone assembly.

Mthatcherisa10

This all gives me anxiety. 

I called a no Trump day tomorrow. I need a break. I’m worried about our country, our healthcare, our education systems, our job markets, the price of food, our farmers, our Canadian companies and the list goes on and on. 

Some of our aging population are relying on CPP. With that gone (and we know we would not be eligible for any American programs) how will these people survive. 

Trump would treat us like a third world state. No social programs in place, no one to fight for us and our resources depleted as quick as he could make it happen. 

I see a downward spiral of mental health issues without the care they are receiving now. More homelessness and no programs to assist. 

He wants our land, not the people living on it.

Ferylit

Thank goodness it's a known fact among our Canadian officials that the US (and Russia) will be mingling with our next elections - the work has already begun.

After the elections last November, Musk tweeted, "We're going for Canada next."

Last month, Charlie Angus wrote to the Chief Electoral Officer on this topic, asking for [an investigation into Elon Musk](https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/musk-angus-trudeau-poilievre-1.7439975) concerning potential election interference. Musk's tweaks with the algorithm promote both his posts reeking of misinformation and any discourse that fits his own far-right bias.

Here's Charlie Angus' [post](https://bsky.app/profile/charlieangus104.bsky.social/post/3lggue2axic2p) about it on Blue Sky in which he encourages Canadians to write to the Chief Electoral Officer as well (the email address is posted).

Lastly, Poilievre [responding ](https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6609234)to Musk's endorsement of himself (video).

AlliterationAhead

Trump shouldn’t be in attendance at the G7. He’s a convicted felon and legally inadmissible to Canada. 

Thank you Mr. Axworthy for this thorough analysis.

CittaMindful

As a US citizen I strongly encourage Canada to walk back their stance on no nukes. Arm up. 

Ukraine is feeling that right now.  

With the US and Russia not giving up their nuclear weapons no other country should have.

merlingogringo

It is much cheaper for America to buy out mineral rights from small Canadian mines and then scale up, or to collaborate on a new Arctic base. The annexation calls have already cost America more than simply keeping quiet and using corporate acquisitions. The Americans who are seriously considering an invasion and competent have done the math and know kicking off an insurgency from Canada is a terrible idea.

Themeloncalling

Thank you sir for such a clear and frightening evaluation of our situation. A man of your experience and reputation must be taken seriously by everyone. I wish all our citizens understood the gravity of what is happening and ceased any divisive actions. Success is only possible with a unified national response.

nonsense39

In addition to solidifying our businesses and military, we should also be actively allowing an expedited immigration for the many academics and professionals no longer employed by the US government - there are highly talented people getting laid off every day.

AnnaWinTurnAround

CANADA isn't going down!!! We will fight to the bitter end.
If he gets his greasy paws into Canada, he will rape and pillage our land until there is nothing!!! He will take your money, steal your property, our citizens will live in poverty. THIS!!! THIS CANNOT NOR WILL IT HAPPEN!!! He's an asshole.
This is our country, not to be just taken from some greedy self serving son of a bitch.
Canada 🇨🇦 🍁 is strong. We will not allow that useless prick to steel our country. EVER!!!

Harmonious_Peanut

It would be really disappointing if the US military actually moved forward in Canada. I would hope that there would be more willing to form a coup than to invade.

Emmerson_Brando

The key to America's economy is intellectual property: copyrights and patents.  If Canada and other countries fail to enforce the intellectual property of American companies, the American economy fails.

Plissken47

I agree, but poilievre cannot be trusted, he will cry no confidence the second the house reconvenes because Carney has all but crushed 2 years of pierres work in just 1 month

stittsvillerick

As someone who followed the Ukraine-Russia conflict since the beginning: one thing that people seem to forget is that Putin used the excuse of revisionist history (Cheeto Mussolini making up shit about our country is telling along with the renaming of the Gulf of Mexico) and the presence of an ethnically Russian population to justify annexation (ex: he may use a threat like French and Immigrants are pushing out Caucasians...an oft repeated MAGA point of why Canada needs to be taken over)

We need to be extremely wary of the US version of "[Little Green Men](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Little_green_men_$Russo-Ukrainian_War$)" as well. Infiltration and "visitors" from the US who are MAGA affiliated; or who served or are currently in their Intelligence Services or Armed Forces; or those who are reaching into Maple MAGA groups is something also that needs to be seriously looked at by our Security and Intelligence services.

The Ukrainians have had years of experience and cross-training with their veterans and specialists who focus on advanced Drone Technology and strategies is paramount for our Armed Forces. Tit-for-Tat we'd get steamrolled by the US, but as we've witnessed in Ukraine the biggest military factor that helped them fight back against an overwhelming force was fighting back with Drones from a distance. We have at least 2-3 generations of Canadians who are familiar with digital technology, flying drones, and game controllers that are easily transferable skills into Drone Warfare technology.

Taiwan is also another allied Nation that has pushed for this technology against an overwhelming Chinese military force. It would be prudent for our leaders to reach out to Ukraine and Taiwan before it's too late to learn this technology; build it into our Armed Forces; and build the skill-set for the next batch of Canadian Soldiers.

Edit: Adding a few edits to clarify points as people have DM'ed me due to confusion. And to say that I hope I'm not coming off as Alarmist, but rather as reminding people to be Vigilant of the oft-repeated steps of a fascist movement finding reasons to use military forces. We need our Forces to modernize, catch up, and build even closer ties to NATO, the EU, and our other global partners.

Sir_Meowsalot

We need to boycott EVERY DAY. Search for non-American choices in all your purchases, not just groceries. Make it your lifestyle. We need to support ourselves.  
Becoming the 51st state, we would most overwhelmingly vote Democrat, however just yesterday Trump threatened the Democratic Governor of Maine, Janet Mills, that he would cut off all funding to her state if she didn't "fall in line". 
You know he's vindictive, do you really think we'd be treated well until he could be voted out? 
He's already preparing to change the Constitution to allow himself a 3rd term.

Teedee_Dragon

I think compulsory military training should be introduced as well. The sooner we can strengthen our nation the better. Trump will attempt to occupy Canada by military force. It’s just a matter of when.

resistancewithasmile

I agree with mr. Axeworthy on a lot of this but as a veteran I take Umbrage with this modifier to Military service: “The recruitment for our military must be streamlined and peacekeeping restored as a career path.” The job of a Soldier is to Serve the Country, and be prepared to die in that Service. Can soldiers Peacekeep? Yes that’s been proven. Is that their primary job? No. It’s to kill. Don’t soft sell the duty of a Soldier.

gball54

And that my fellow Canadians says it all.

[deleted]

Diversifying away from America is a process that will take decades, but one that needs to happen for our own sovereignty. 

Unfortunately, we are in a very vulnerable position at the moment and if America chooses to block us or worse, take us by force, they could do so rather easily. 

All we can do is begin the process as soon as possible while hoping Mother Nature does us a solid and gives the orange goon some natural causes to remove him for eternity. 

PokeEmEyeballs

I’m curious and totally talking outta my a$$ here but I’m willing to go all in on everything we can do. Our nation is at stake. Are there more extreme measures we should be taking now so we don’t regret it later? We shouldn’t appease Mussolini or just lie back and take it, should we?. Would you support use of the War Measures Act if we find evidence of election interference? (And it’s not very hard to find). Then close the US owned media shitheads in this country? Force Poilievre and every member of parliament to undergo full security screening/clearances? Ban American social media that doesn’t fact check? You say people will just use VPNs but if Canadian companies aren’t allowed to advertise on it … they’ll go elsewhere like Bluesky or maybe we should just have some of our own. Ask the United Nations for sanctions on the USA and Russia? (For all the good it’ll do?) join the Eu? Insist that Trump’s USA be taken out of NATO? 

What is the answer? How far would we go when the future of our sovereignty is at stake.

KetchupChips5000

Please remember everyone to vote for the candidate that can beat the con in every riding. Country before egos

ladygabriola

Canada may wish to consider implementing compulsory military training, similar to Switzerland, where every citizen undergoes mandatory service. Here’s how it would work and the potential benefits:

# How it Works in Switzerland:

1. **Mandatory Service**: Swiss men begin mandatory service at 18, with several weeks of basic training followed by periodic reserve duty.
2. **Alternative Service**: Those with moral or religious objections can opt for civil service, contributing to social services instead.
3. **National Defense**: The Swiss military relies on a trained civilian reserve force, contributing to national security despite Switzerland’s neutrality.

# Benefits for Canada:

1. **National Security**: A trained population enhances Canada’s ability to respond quickly to national defense or emergencies, strengthening overall security.
2. **Unity and Identity**: Compulsory service fosters national pride, bringing together citizens from different backgrounds.
3. **Skills Development**: Military training builds leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills that are useful in civilian life.
4. **Civic Responsibility**: Mandatory service encourages a sense of duty and prepares individuals to contribute to society, in the military or through alternative service.
5. **Emergency Preparedness**: A trained citizenry can be mobilized for emergencies like natural disasters or pandemics.

# Challenges:

1. **Public Perception**: Resistance might arise due to Canada’s voluntary military tradition, requiring public education on its benefits.
2. **Cost and Infrastructure**: The system would need significant investment in training programs and facilities.
3. **Integration with Civilian Life**: Balancing military service with education and employment would be essential for the program’s success.

Compulsory military training system similar to Switzerland’s could improve Canada’s national security, strengthen social cohesion, and equip citizens with valuable skills. However, careful planning and public support would be key to its success.

SnooHesitations1020

Stop exporting our Uranium and restart our Nuclear tech that SNC Lavalin bought and politicians are on the board of.

NaturePappy

Canadians, I share concerns (Australia is sort of sleepwalking in all this) and what you could do (what I am doing here) is call your MPs and express your concerns, from the potential of election interference to external agents seeking to sow divisions from within (the White House and Trump saying they are joking is just the opposite - they want to normalise the idea it is a joke), to national defence and what are they doing? 

As MPs, they work with the government (ruling or the opposition) to strengthen International relations and alliances. Remind them that the constituents are worried; they are boycotting American goods, but what are they, as MPs doing? This is not to pile on the local politicians but to have steady and regular pressure and messaging that the US encroachment on Canadian sovereignty, and ways of life, is a real threat.

Ok. That's enough Reddit for me today. 

Scary shit.

jaytaylojulia

RecordingPretty5331

Thanks to all our seasoned veteran politicians for providing input and guidance. Partisanship has fallen. We work collectively, and I am proud!

stuckinthebunker

patchedboard

 Needless to say.  By Far, The #1 product you should boycott is Tesla.  Don’t take any Uber or Lyft that is driven by a Tesla driver.

Lovetotravel888

Good article, but Canadians also need to arm up: buy all the legal guns you can and stock up on bulk ammo.

sniffstink1

stratamaniac

Been thinking about the Canadian purchase of F35s; anyone know where that stands right now?

Always_Chatting

Hi guys! Sorry this is happening. We love you guys. Millions of us did not vote for orange Hitler.  You may be able to scoop up some of our best and brightest to move to Canada via a stringent asylum application.  They are layoffing some of our brightest minds in military/healthcare/science and technology.  Many will want to help you. 

Peace and love.
And sorry. ❤️

ilovepadthai

Take a look at Finland and how they made the Soviets pay in 1939-1940.
Preserving peace requires preparing for war.

CosmoCosma

Maybe it’s time to nuke up. Countries with nukes tend to be left alone, and we easily have the capability to develop WMDs

AirLow9096

As an American just south of the border I’ve lurked in this group for sometime. Seeing how things have played out up north. I can say this is a little bit alarmist with all these posts. However I don’t disagree with boycotting goods. Make these big corporations panic when their stick price starts to go down. They will put pressure on the government representatives. Right now Trump only has a VERY short time to make his disruptions with the system. His polls are slipping fast. The courts will become gridlocked with all the challenges to his executive orders. People who voted for him are starting to already regret their choice. Not that there was a great alternative. No annexation is coming. Just image if he tried to do something like this. The congress would turn so fast against him he would be  imprisoned or unalived. The free world would turn so fast against the US and the US people would go after the heads of their elected leaders. He only really has support from about I would say 15-20% of the hard right. People that would eat the shit that came out of his ass. The other 50% are democrats and 30% percent republicans that can’t stand him and only voted for him for their distaste of Biden and Kamala. You can already see right wing pundits and newspaper that were huge Trumpers starting to already turn on him. It’s just a short while longer the Trump/Musk marriage will disintegrate. They both vie for attention. And there isn’t enough for both their egos. Things will get messy and hurt but we are only in 1.5 month I. Trumps presidency and  I can see Trump is already a lame duck president. Once the people feel the pain from all cuts being made to budget and increasing inflation this will fall apart faster. Plus Trumps comments on Zelenskyy I think has started to wake people up that this guy might actually be a little crazy and not all with it. That slim majority he has in the house and senate is fading quick. Politicians are snakes they only care about themselves getting elected they will jump his sinking ship in no time if their own poll numbers start to sink. And in the poor states we’re most vote republican they will sink very fast after the welfare checks start to dry up.

apolloramsey

I certainly hope this holds true. https://nypost.com/2025/02/23/us-news/james-carville-predicts-trump-republicans-are-in-the-midst-of-a-collapse/

pistoffcynic

Putin Trump pact is the new Molotov–Ribbentrop pact

romance_and_puzzles

This is frightening, but it is what I expected to be the truth. I believe nothing will stop Trump from following through with all of these tactics.

I agree but at the same time more then Half the USA includeing people who voted for trump would not stand or stomach a war on NA soil....one of the longest allied countries with no conflict since the early 1800.

It would be a drawn out gurillia war and hurt all the countries

Drcdngame

I've said it before, we need to develop our own nuclear arsenal as a deterrent, fast.

tendies777324

I might be wrong and this guy is a doomsdayer
But how do we fight when the gov wants to take our guns away. Another note to that but I don’t want to be be the guy that takes mine away

Mysterious_Area_6347

Totally agree but remember it is not the US technically speaking, it is a private cutting his "services". Elonito Muskolini.

Karsus76

The war in Ukraine is about natural resources and not Ukrainian independence. Canada also has natural resources that other countries want.

IntelligentPoet7654

Better to die on your feet than live on your knees

PracticalBasket237

I’m an American and I caution you to take this seriously.  

Millions of American voters had their vote suppressed.   Trump didn’t win this election.  Voter suppression did.  

He wants to destroy Canada.  I know you all know this.  Be strong 🇨🇦.  Millions of Americans stand with you.

ZippyZappy9696

With USAs track record of wars I think we will be just fine lmao

Dazzling-Tangelo-106

We better hope for bad economic times. If Trump gets unpopular enough Rs will impeach him.

Markis_Shepherd

Brgayle

God damn, I wish I could become a Canadian.

Tremor_Sense

The US can beat us at any war. But this war won't be conventional. It will be an economic one. Trump already said he will bring us to our knees economically, and we will beg to be the 51st state.

Pella1968

tortasdericas

I’m seeing so much of the same information.  It’s wild how bad it has gotten so quickly.

I have genuine concern about fair elections now.

Other than buying Canadian, there are other things citizens should be doing to prepare…but…

I have preparation paralysis, does anyone have a list to share for Canadians living on the 49th Parallel?
Please and thanks

kandiirene

Nuclear weapons. I believe we have entered the largest period of nuclear proliferation in history - unfortunately. If a country like North Korea can maintain global significance while Ukraine is on the cusp of being run over , you can see the value of having the ability to cause significant harm to potential invaders. I firmly believe Canada should join the club as a deterrent to those tempted to steal a piece of our territory

eatuveggies

I agree with everything. But not sure we should really worry about Russia

natural_piano1836

When you recognise that Trump is a Russian asset, it makes it very easy to see why they want Canada. They are playing real world monopoly and you guys are the third card in the set which, once they own, will allow them to build hotels… 🏨 metaphorically but in Trumps case, possibly literally too.

impossiblegirl24

Remember that time your government evoked emergency powers to debank Canadian citizens for donating to a peaceful protest?

The thing they were protesting against? Done away with by the Canadian government 8 months later.

xf4ph1

GOD BLESS 🇨🇦 CANADA.. You continue bei g our brothers and sisters. We are behind you in soul and spirit and will fight to help.

If I understand his plan correctly:

“If Russia does not agree to end the war, I will impose secondary tariffs on all Russian oil. That means if you buy Russian oil, you cannot do business with the United States.”

China, India, and the EU, among others, would not be able to do business with the US. Would that also mean that American companies would not be allowed to sell their services and products to those countries? 

I wonder if he understands his plan.

Otherwise-4PM

Yawn, common you can do better then that donny

Docccc

In my opinion he will now act like a hero by solving something and then throwing it in Europe's face and demanding (blackmailing) more and more.

Nobody trusts a word coming out of your mouth, old man.

Hazer_123

Oh, half-wit asset pretending not be an asset. In a half-witted fashion.

ZuzBla

And he continues to mix all and everything into 'tariffs'. No it doesnt mean the same as a sanction. The US can only put tariffs on stuff that goes to the US, anything else is at most a sanction.

[quote from Bloomberg ](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-30/trump-says-he-s-very-angry-with-putin-threatens-oil-penalties)also reads more correct than this *'“I was pissed off about it. But if a deal isn’t made, and if I think it was Russia’s fault, I’m going to put secondary sanctions on Russia,” Trump said. He told NBC he plans to speak to Putin this week.'*

toolkitxx

But he wants to reopen gas line?  How does his brain operate the left &amp; right hands at the same time?

USA doesn’t buy Russian oil. Therefore, tariffs on Russian oil doesn’t affect Russia an iota.

Jamestoe9

Good, it's a step in the right direction. It's embarrassing that EU can't even figure out sanctioning Russia.

While one half is donating away to Ukraine supporting them in their fight for freedom, the other half is busy importing oil and gas from Russia.

EU as a whole is literally putting more money in Russia's pocket than we are donating to Ukraine, and a lot of the Ukraine support are even loans..

youngchul

GrantW01

This threat doesn't sound like something a russian operative would say?

jmjm1

Guess who is going to handle this???

Yes mate, Europeans...

OComunismoVaiTePegar

It would be pretty funny if Trump by trial and error eventually ends up with the same Russia policy as Biden.

balamb_fish

Putin and the rest of the world is laughing at the convicted felon moron and his poorly educated base lol

Giantmufti

This comment section is strange. Angry at the US for trying the carrot approach and then angry at them now trying the stick approach. 

All the while Europe has no actual plans other than a peacekeeping force plan that about a third of Europe won’t even join.

wizgset27

CountZer079

marcus_aurelius2024

This was said not for ending the war, but for the ceasefire, which Russia has violated more than once; even yesterday in Kharkov a Hashed was taken to a hospital where wounded soldiers are treated.

Big_Advertising6653

Trump will learn the hard the Putain doesn't give a dam about US 🙄

Trump giving the finger to everyone and crying why everyone is mean to him.

Pale_Investigator433

Has Trump finally realised that Putin is laughing at him, has no respect for him and think's he's an idiot? Did Putin keeping Trump on hold for over an hour for a scheduled phone call finally get the message across?

R/europe finding out he isn’t Krasnov after all

INTCINTCINTC

Soo uhh, why not just stop buying russian oil all together?

Europe could singlehandedly end the war in months if they did it.

Juanmusse

Erotic-Career-7342

Wait, so the US isn’t in russias pocket like every European on this sub says? And the Europeans are the ones buying Russian energy and funding the war?? I’m so shocked.

alexf1919

 What a 🎬.  Nobody takes that serious.Teaming up with Putin and now fake angry.🤢🤮

Due_Break_7079

Putin has grown tired of his puppet, the war will go on. Trump will continue to destroy the United States as told.

Only-Lead-9787

Since when USA import Russian oil?

Please someone explains him how tariffs work, with very few and simple words.

Oh wait, it's just another empty threat?

Muzle84

He won't do it , in fact the US administration is actually supporting Russian oil export

Traditional_Dog_637

He's fake-pushing Russia to end the war but in another sentence "guarantees" the US will take Greenland.

imtired-boss

Scorpius202

His words and his actions are different things.

Kiragalni

The flip flopping this oversized mold spore does is tiring.

Reiver93

Super-Admiral

The tantrums of an 80-year-old child cannot be considered something serious... 😂

Caj-n

Why not 50% now and 100% in case of non-compliance.

voyagerdoge

....but the US does not import much, if any, russian oil.

Or am I mistaken?

thmik

how can trump imose tarifs on russian-chinese trade?

Mr_strelac

Donald Trump and his aides are threatening to impose hefty tariffs on countries like India, China, and Brazil if they continue to purchase Russian oil.

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