Trump Isn't Coming For Canada - Canada Is Coming for Trump's America America’s dictator is losing to a democracy next door—and Canada just became the global grown-up in the room Dean Blundell Aug 4 August 4, 2025 "We can give ourselves far more than the United States can take from us." — Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc *Truth over tyranny isn’t just a slogan—it’s a mission. We’re powered by you and work for no one else. Your subscription fuels fearless, independent journalism committed to defending democracy from rising authoritarianism…🙏 The Dinner That Changed My “Trump” Mood I’m on day 4 of a work stop in France. Last night, we wrapped an interview and went to dinner. Sat next to a couple from Montana. Lovely people. Their opening line after asking where we were from? “We’re so sorry about Trump.” Here’s the kicker: they voted for him. Twice. I asked why. The husband shrugged and said, "We were duped. The entire country was duped. He’s doing everything he said he wouldn’t do and telling everyone how great it is. Our reality isn’t our reality. Sick dictator stuff." I said, "He campaigned on being a sick dictator. He’s doing exactly what he said he would do." His wife turned to him and said, "I told you it wasn’t a campaign joke, Charlie!" He nodded and sighed. "I just can’t believe Trump is coming after Canada." I smiled through an epiphany: He’s not. Canada is coming for Trump’s America. Dean Blundell 21h I’m on day 3 of a stop in France. Last night, we wrapped an interview and went to dinner. Sat next to a couple from Montana. Lovely people. Their opening comments after asking where we were from? “We’re so sorry about Trump.” The thing is, they voted for Trump. Twice. I asked why? The husband replied “We were duped. The entire country was duped. He’s doing everything he said he wouldn’t do and telling everyone how… 870 153 Trump’s Tariff Tantrum vs Canada’s Economic Resolve On July 30, Trump announced a 35% tariff on Canadian exports not covered by the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). That’s up from the already-punitive 25%. Trump claimed this was about protecting U.S. industry and stopping fentanyl (spoiler: less than 1% of U.S. fentanyl enters via Canada). It’s nonsense. It’s economic extortion. How? Trump was also demanding a “signing bonus” from Canada, along with unfettered access to our rare earth minerals and energy sector, or else he’d hit us with a 35% across-the-board tariff. Carney told him to beat it for 3 months, so Trump hit us with fake tariffs. Sure, Trump is using fentanyl, and the fact that Canada plans on recognizing Palestine as a state, but it’s all bullshit. His trade push is a cash/land/energy/mineral grab for the US, and it’s ours, so we told him to suck it. But here’s the part Trump doesn’t say out loud: 95% of Canadian exports to the U.S. are protected under CUSMA. The average U.S. tariff on Canadian goods remains among the lowest globally. Trump’s 35% tariff hits only non-CUSMA goods. That’s a small sliver. Source: Global Affairs Canada Trump’s move was a show of force. But most of our trade? Untouched. Like I said, it’s bullshit. Mark Carney Didn’t Blink - He Never Does Prime Minister Mark Carney called Trump’s bluff. The former Bank of Canada and Bank of England governor refused to meet Trump’s ransom demands for a "signing bonus"—essentially a shakedown. Instead of panicking, Carney went to work. "We will protect Canadian industries and workers. And we will not be extorted." Carney’s strategy is two-fold: Support impacted sectors directly (steel, aluminum, lumber, auto parts). Accelerate investment in domestic infrastructure, energy, and defense to absorb and surpass economic pressure. He’s matching Trump’s punch with a counteroffensive that invests in Canada. The "One Canada" Strategy: Rebuild. Reroute. Rise. Canada Just Checked Trump’s Ego: Carney’s Super-Corridor Sets Stage for a Global Power Shift Without America Dean Blundell · Mar 23 A Trade War Wake-Up Call 🇨🇦🔥 Read full story Under the “One Canada” initiative, the Carney government is: Fast-tracking approvals for national infrastructure projects (pipelines, ports, housing). Investing in energy independence with LNG export capacity and pipeline expansions. Supporting domestic manufacturing (steel, EV batteries, critical minerals). Launching a defense industrial strategy to build munitions, drones, and security tech at home. This isn’t just economic stimulus—it’s nation-building. "We are going to ensure the United States is not Canada’s only buyer or partner. We’re becoming a superpower in our own right." — Carney Who’s Hurt — And How We’re Protecting Them 1. Steel & Aluminum Tariffs: 25%–50% U.S. duty Response: Domestic demand from infrastructure projects and national defense procurement. Example: Canadian steel is going into our pipelines, bridges, ports, and barracks. 2. Autos & Auto Parts Tariffs: 25% on parts failing CUSMA content rules Response: New EV plants in Ontario, interprovincial auto corridors, Buy Canadian contracts for public transit. 3. Forestry/Lumber Tariffs: Longstanding U.S. softwood lumber duties Response: Canada’s massive housing buildout is boosting demand for Canadian lumber. Example: Modular housing factories in NB and BC are now on federal priority lists. 4. Critical Minerals Vulnerability: Export restrictions, processing choke points Response: Investment in Northern Ontario’s Ring of Fire, new refineries, supply chain deals with the EU & ASEAN. 5. Agriculture (Niche areas) Tariffs: Some categories like specialty dairy, eggs Response: Supply management support, expanded Asian market access. Canada’s Economy Is Outpacing Trump’s While Trump rages about how unfair life is, let’s look at actual numbers. Q1 2025 Economic Growth Canada: +2.2% annualized GDP growth U.S.: –0.3% (first contraction since 2022) Jobs (June 2025) Canada: +83,100 jobs U.S.: +73,000 jobs (with 10x our population) Trump’s response to the weak U.S. jobs report? He fired the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics and called it a deep state conspiracy. Lincoln Square Trump Shoots the Messenger One basic character of the politicization necessary to create an authoritarian regime is that public employ… Read more 13 hours ago · 185 likes · 21 comments · Don Moynihan Carney’s response to ours? “Let’s keep building.” Canadian Unity: The Hidden Superpower The real story isn’t just about economics. It’s about unity. Across provinces and party lines, Canadians are rallying around this moment. Premiers are working together. First Nations leaders are co-developing infrastructure projects. Industry leaders are showing up to work with Ottawa. "This is our moonshot moment. We're going to build a sovereign, self-sufficient Canada. Not in five years. Now." — Federal Infrastructure Minister Melanie Joly Trump’s tantrum lit the match. Canada’s response is a bonfire of resilience. Canada Is Coming for Trump’s America America under Trump has become what the Montana couple feared: a country run by a sick dictator who breaks his promises and bullies his allies. But Canadians should know: We’re not his punching bag. We’re his competition. We’re thriving. So next time someone asks if we’re worried about Trump’s tariffs, just say this: “He’s not coming for Canada. Canada is coming for him.” And maybe—just maybe—we’ll end up leading the free world while we’re at it. Because someone has to. Key Stats Recap 95% of trade still tariff-free under CUSMA. 83,100 jobs added in June (Canada). 2.2% GDP growth (Q1 2025). New infrastructure law: National Interest Projects approved in 2 years. $30B in counter-tariffs levied on U.S. goods. 50+ nation-building projects fast-tracked under "One Canada." Subscribe. Share. Stay Loud. If you’re reading this, you’re part of the resistance to authoritarianism. We’re powered by you, and we work for you. Help us stay loud, independent, and 100% pro-democracy. Trump Isn't Coming For Canada - Canada Is Coming for Trump's America Thanks for reading! This post is public, so feel free to share it.