Trump suggests Canada become 51st state

Donald Trump is taking aim at Canada once again, claiming Canadians want to become the 51st state.

[Dave-for-democracy]

Calling Canada "the 51st state" repeatedly is a form of rhetorical pressure. It may be aimed at diminishing Canada's sovereignty or dignity on the global stage, potentially forcing the Canadian government to respond. Repeating the phrase aims to normalize the idea or sow doubt in Canadian leadership or its citizens about their independence. It’s a way to destabilize the relationship and shift the narrative in favor of the U.S. Such a tactic would likely strain U.S.-Canada relations, provoke backlash from Canadian leaders and citizens, and potentially violate international trade agreements.

[KennyBudz]

I have lived in america and canada we don't need to join them we just need better goverment and canada will be awsome again.

[kathylewis]

A hard no and enough with keeping this as a news item

[radbabs]

Why would a Canadian want to be of lower status?

[MaryKennedy-qk]

Canada has fought to be Canada for along time & Canada should stay Canada I did not sign up to be ruled be dictators like Trump

[TThfsahjkiuyg]

At least canadians can buy a decent house under 500k if they join USA

[alienfrommarss]

If ANY other country openly threatened to take their neighboring sovereign country, it would be considered illegal and taken seriously as a threat. Think Russia/Ukraine, Isreal/Lebanon, or North Korea/South Korea. A leader can not "jokingly" make threats to take another country.

[tusk]

If its true, im revolting and i am from Ottawa by the way. I refuse to become american.

[tubedude]

I think dual citizenship for everyone would be a better idea

[hanadisy]

Nooo
Canada is a free country forever 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[FineFreddy]

I hope we join the US. Life would be so much better.

[peruseperusing]

Dear CTV why don't you just grow up and report real news instead of wasting time on this stuff.

[d.dhamchoe]

It is deeply unfortunate to witness that, even in today’s age of advanced AI and progress, there are still individuals with medieval mindsets who attempt to mock a world leader of a great sovereign nation like Canada. These mockers—whether on mainstream media, social media, or even among world leaders—fail to recognize Canada’s immense and untapped potential to benefit humanity on a global scale. Canada is not just a prosperous nation but also one of the most generous, abundant with resources that are becoming increasingly invaluable. It would be in everyone’s best interest to cease belittling a nation whose contributions to the future of humanity will be unparalleled. Do not test the patience of this great and dignified nation—a nation blessed with pristine natural resources, including the world’s largest reserves of clean, life-sustaining drinking water. With climate change accelerating and global warming threatening to dry up 50% of the world’s drinking water in the coming decades, a sobering reality will dawn: no amount of gold, oil, or wealth will matter when the ultimate resource for survival is water. In that critical hour, Canada will stand as humanity’s lifeline, capable of providing the pure drinking water the world so desperately needs. It is time for the world to recognize Canada not just as a wealthy and resource-rich nation but as a beacon of hope and resilience for the future of our planet.

[toddevans]

Don't forget to wear a hockey helmet when you come to Canada Donny. You're gonna need it

[hahaokaywhatever]

I'm not a fan of China, but if Trump is going to slap tariffs on Canada and half-jokingly challenge their sovereignty, they should start publicly making deals and allying with China. That would shut his ass up real quick. Mexico can (and should) do the same.

[Emilio-sqgb]

There are enough clowns in Canada - we don't need the orange one from the US.

[tanniswmckinnon]

Well if you want to be 51st state, suggest you start banking your money for health care it is exspensive.

[monicatam]

NO! NEVER! The American health care system is hell!

[disr]

That would be great!! We will be Americans and free to move to any city in the US....lol

[DandadaDandadaDandadaDan]

Are you ready for their attempt to manipulate their supporters by giving paranoid aggressive reactions to this post, which also will prove their insecurities and lack of humor?