The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge Your Turn -- Will The Old Canada/U.S. Relationship Ever Return?
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Mar 5, 2026 AI Snips
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Canadians Say Trust Has Been Broken
- Canadians broadly feel the Canada–U.S. relationship has been fractured and trust is damaged by recent U.S. actions.
- Multiple letters (Einar Davison, Paul Masters, Malcolm Bromley) highlight long-standing ties but emphasize renewed wariness and the need to look over our shoulders.
Diversify Trade To Reduce U.S. Dependency
- Diversify trade partners and reduce economic dependence on the United States to protect sovereignty and resilience.
- Several listeners cite Mark Carney's Davos message as a blueprint for Canada to process its own resources and seek other markets.
Fishing Camp Memories Show Friendly Cross-Border Ties
- Steve Deneau recounts running a fly-in outpost where 95% of customers were Americans, describing them as kind and welcoming.
- He contrasts rural neighbourly experiences with current political divisions that may stick with a generation.