A History of Left-Leaning Entitlement
Canada’s long-standing pattern of leaning left in federal elections has shaped a country built on a mixed economy—where social welfare and public spending often take priority over private-sector competitiveness. The sharpest shift occurred under Pierre Trudeau’s heavily socialist government, later moderated by the fiscally restrained Jean Chrétien Liberals. Yet despite the political fluctuations, one constant has remained: Canada’s tendency to take the U.S. for granted.
Trump Understands Steel—and Leverage
Historically, American administrations rarely focused their economic firepower on Canada. That changed with Donald Trump. As a real estate developer, Trump knows the importance of steel—not just as a commodity, but as a strategic foundation of national power. It’s likely that, in past projects, Trump frequently sourced Canadian steel because it was cheaper due to favorable exchange rates and trade terms, not because Canadian labor was more efficient or cost-effective.
Cheap Loonie, Expensive Bureaucracy
The reason Canadian steel is often competitively priced has little to do with industrial superiority and more to do with Canada’s intentionally weaker currency. The Canadian dollar, or “loonie,” remains suppressed in part to attract U.S. businesses and to subsidize an oversized federal bureaucracy—funded indirectly through favorable trade balances with America.
Canada’s Fragile House of Glass
This model, however, has created a fragile economic framework—one propped up by price controls, interprovincial transfer payments, and a bloated public sector. While these structures have allowed provinces like Quebec and much of Atlantic Canada to operate with persistent deficits, they’ve also introduced dangerous inefficiencies into the broader economy. Unlike the United States, Canada’s transfer system incentivizes dysfunction rather than innovation.
Trump’s Tariffs Aren’t Just Talk
Enter Donald Trump, now in his second term, with renewed focus on tariffs. His proposal to raise tariffs on Canadian steel from 25% to 50% is not just protectionist rhetoric—it’s economic warfare. Trump understands leverage, and he knows that by choking off one of Canada’s key exports, he can force Canadian companies to relocate to the U.S. where labor unions and domestic producers will welcome them with open arms.
Mark Carney’s ESG Distraction
This reality puts Prime Minister Mark Carney in a difficult position. Carney, a vocal proponent of ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) policies and climate-first corporate mandates, appears more focused on aligning Canada with European-style economic planning than addressing the immediate threat posed by America’s shifting trade posture.
Trump Is Reshaping the Economic Map
What should worry Canadians is that Trump’s tariff policies resemble those of a far-left Democrat. They empower U.S. labor unions and domestic manufacturers while cornering foreign competitors. This realignment will likely lead to lasting bipartisan support for protectionist policies in Washington—leaving future Canadian administrations with fewer diplomatic options and a permanently weakened export position.
Austerity Is the Only Path Forward
Meanwhile, Carney’s adherence to Net Zero and ESG frameworks signals a troubling disconnect from economic reality. These ideological commitments may win points with global elites, but they’re out of sync with the urgent need for industrial austerity. Trump’s game is clear: entice Canadian firms to relocate south of the border. And unless Carney counters this with meaningful reforms and fiscal discipline, he risks presiding over a hollowed-out economy.
Trump’s Vision: Take Canada Without Invading
Trump’s vision of making Canada “the 51st state” may have sounded like a quip—but make no mistake, his economic strategy is designed to force Canadian industry to act like it already is.
Main Street Over Markets
Compounding this, Trump is no longer talking about stock markets—his focus is Main Street. That shift alone should alert Canadian policymakers that the old playbook no longer works. The margins in Canada’s private sector are already razor thin. Further ESG compliance and sweetheart deals with firms like Brookfield Management, which Carney is reportedly close to, could deepen the divide between government priorities and private-sector viability.
Europe Isn’t Coming to Save Us
Carney appears to be nudging Canada toward an unofficial alignment with the European Union. But the EU is playing hardball—and Canada’s heavily regulated, tariff-ridden economy is not an attractive trade partner. Free trade with Europe remains a fantasy, especially with Canada’s protectionist dairy cartel and price-managed sectors that stifle competition.
A Call to Action—and to Faith
To avoid economic devastation, Canada must act now. That means austerity. Fiscal responsibility. Deregulation. A return to fundamentals. And perhaps above all, a return to values grounded in personal responsibility and truth. Canada needs clarity—not just in economic policy, but in moral direction. Consider inviting Jesus Christ into your life, and stand for truth in a time of deception. The future of Canada may depend on it.