Prime Minister Mark Carney just labeled Trump’s America a “National Security Threat to All Canadians“ In a stunning speech today, Prime Minister Mark Carney—the former Bank of Canada and Bank of England governor and a leading contender for Prime Minister—just redrew the diplomatic map. Carney didn’t just defend Canada from the latest volley of economic threats by Donald Trump. He escalated — strategically, calmly, and with precision. He called out the United States under Trump’s influence as a national security threat to Canada. And that changes everything. Carney’s Exact Words “Tariffs aren’t the only American policy threatening our economy and society. They’re also threatening the safety of our communities. Criminals are taking advantage of irresponsible American gun laws and their weak border enforcement to bring their illegal guns into Canada. Large American online platforms have become seas of racism, misogyny, antisemitism, Islamophobia, and hate. My government will act.” This wasn’t just rhetoric — it was a policy signal. A warning. And possibly, a preview of Canada’s future posture toward a MAGA-led United States. Now, he’s preparing to take bold, decisive action—potentially labeling the U.S. a national security threat and escalating tariffs, sanctions, and border restrictions to protect our sovereignty. This is a defining moment for Canada, and Carney is ready to double, even triple down, to safeguard our beautiful country. The Crisis at Our Border: Guns, Drugs, and a Rising Tide of Hate The statistics are alarming. According to Statistics Canada’s 2022 Juristat report on firearm-related violent crime, Canada saw an 8.9% increase in gun crimes from 2021 to 2022, with unregistered firearms—many smuggled from the U.S.—being the primary weapons used. In Ontario alone, gun crime incidents surged by 26%, totaling 4,791 cases in 2022. A significant portion of these illegal guns can be traced back to the United States, where lax gun laws and weak border enforcement have created a pipeline of firearms flooding into Canada. Carney didn’t mince words in his recent statement, pointing to “irresponsible American gun laws and their weak border enforcement” as the root cause of this epidemic, which is fueling violence on Canadian streets. The drug crisis is equally dire. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has reported a sharp rise in drug seizures at the border over the past year. In 2024, the CBSA intercepted 1,200 kilograms of illicit drugs in a single operation at the Windsor-Detroit border crossing—one of the largest seizures in recent history. This bust included fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine, all originating from the U.S. and destined for Canadian communities. Another notable seizure occurred in British Columbia in late 2024, where CBSA officers confiscated 800 kilograms of cannabis products and synthetic drugs hidden in a shipment crossing from Washington state. These incidents highlight a disturbing trend: the U.S. has become a primary source of the drugs that are devastating Canadian lives, with seizures of all drug types increasing steadily since 2021, as noted in U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Drug Seizures dashboard. But the threats don’t stop at guns and drugs. A 2023 New York Times investigation revealed a global surge in antisemitic and Islamophobic hate speech on social media platforms like X, Facebook, and Instagram, with millions of violent posts targeting communities worldwide—including in Canada. American-based platforms and media outlets, such as Fox News, have amplified anti-Canadian sentiment, often gaslighting our policies on immigration and multiculturalism. Far-right groups on X have exploited these platforms to spread Islamophobia and anti-Canadian rhetoric, creating a toxic cultural spillover that undermines our values of inclusivity and tolerance. Carney has called out these “large American online platforms” as “seas of racism, misogyny, antisemitism, Islamophobia, and hate in all its forms,” and he’s right to demand accountability. Labeling the US a “National Security Threat” gives him enormously broad powers to do something about ALL of it within the framework of this ongoing bullshit with Trump’s America. Carney’s Bold Response: A Playbook for Sovereignty Mark Carney is not backing down. Carney assured Canadians that the government will “fight Trump’s tariffs with counter tariffs that will have maximum impact on the United States.” But his strategy goes far beyond trade. By framing the U.S. as a source of illegal guns, drugs, and hate speech, Carney is laying the groundwork to potentially designate Trump’s America as a national security threat—a move that would be unprecedented in the history of Canada-U.S. relations. This designation would grant Canada the authority to implement a range of measures, including: Increased Tariffs and Sanctions: Canada could impose even higher tariffs on American goods, targeting key sectors like agriculture, technology, and energy, to pressure the U.S. into addressing these cross-border issues. Stricter Border Controls: Enhanced screening and inspections at the border could slow the flow of illegal goods, with a focus on firearms, drugs, and even firearm-like weapons such as airsoft and pellet guns, which have seen increased seizures in recent years. Digital Regulations: Canada could introduce regulations targeting U.S.-based social media platforms, forcing them to curb the spread of hate speech and disinformation that targets Canadians. Diplomatic Measures: Labeling the U.S. a national security threat could lead to a reevaluation of bilateral agreements, including those related to defense and trade, signaling a seismic shift in our relationship with our southern neighbor. This approach mirrors the playbook Trump himself has used—think of his fentanyl-related tariffs on China—but Carney’s measures are grounded in real, documented threats. On April 3, 2025, CBC News reported Carney’s warning that Trump’s tariffs on Canadian lumber, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors could “rupture the global economy.” In response, Canada has already imposed retaliatory tariffs on $60 billion worth of American goods last month. Now, Carney is signaling that more is coming unless the U.S. takes concrete steps to stem the flow of guns, drugs, and hate speech into Canada. Talk about tripling down. JFC, I love this guy. It’s like taking your pound of flesh, then making your victim clean up after himself. A Historic Moment for Canada Labeling the United States a national security threat would be a historic and unprecedented step, but it’s one that Carney appears ready to take if necessary. This isn’t just about trade wars or political posturing—it’s about protecting Canadians from the very real dangers posed by America’s failure to address its own systemic issues. The illegal flow of guns is arming criminals in our cities. The influx of drugs is fueling addiction and overdoses. The spread of hate speech and disinformation is eroding the social cohesion that makes Canada a beacon of diversity and tolerance. These are not abstract problems; they are direct threats to our way of life. Carney’s willingness to double and triple down on Canada’s sovereignty is a testament to his commitment to our security. By taking a hard stance, he’s sending a clear message: Canada will not be a dumping ground for America’s problems. If Trump’s administration refuses to act, Canada has every right to escalate its response—whether through tariffs, sanctions, or border restrictions—until the U.S. takes responsibility for the chaos it’s exporting. Why This Matters Now This moment is a turning point for Canada. The stakes have never been higher, and the decisions we make now will shape our relationship with the United States for decades to come. Mark Carney is setting the table for a showdown that could redefine our national security strategy, our trade policies, and our approach to digital governance. By standing firm, he’s protecting Canadians and asserting our right to chart our own path as a sovereign nation. The table is set, and the ball is in Trump’s court. Will the U.S. take meaningful action to address the flow of guns, drugs, and hate speech into Canada? Or will Carney be forced to follow through on his promise of even more punishing countermeasures? One thing is certain: Canada is ready to fight for its future, and we won’t back down until our beautiful country is safe, secure, and free from the threats bleeding across our border. - Dean Blundell
Here is a warning to our Canadian neighbors and our ET trolls. Look at what is happening to China now with 145% US tariffs. If trade were to freeze between Canada and US, US will be fine since, US can buy the same products from other countries. Canada will not survive though. Tens of millions of Canadians lose their jobs, Canadian businesses go under and they now try to compete with China trying to find a market for Canadian products? Canada will be worst because the Chinese have surpluses for maybe, the past 10 years to weather this trade war. Still, those US tariffs is destroying the Chinese economy no matter what so called hacks (college professors) who call themselves experts say in the contrary. Watch the You Tube videos of. Chinese business owners going bankrupt. They tell you what is really happening compared to the biased extreme liberal media lies.
So where is the U.S. going to get the softwood that is used to make toilet paper? Remember the days of panic during the pandemic when no toilet paper could be found in stores? Get ready to welcome those days back. The U.S. toilet paper supply is highly dependent on Canadian softwood. The MAGAs can go wipe their rears using sandpaper instead. Trump tariffs on Canadian lumber risk toilet paper supply Trump has pushed tariffs as way to return manufacturing to the U.S., and repeatedly said he doesn’t need Canadian lumber https://financialpost.com/commodities/lumber-tariffs-risk-toilet-paper-supply President Donald Trump’s promised tariffs on softwood lumber risk disrupting the supply chain for something nobody wants to be caught without: toilet paper. The Trump administration plans to almost double duties on Canadian softwood lumber to 27 per cent, with the possibility of additional levies pushing the rate to more than 50 per cent. While Trump advocates for new tariffs partly to bolster United States manufacturing, they may also hit the availability of northern bleached softwood kraft pulp, or NBSK, a key component in making toilet paper and paper towels. NBSK constitutes about 30 per cent of standard U.S. bathroom tissue and half of a typical paper towel, and is currently sourced primarily from Canada, said Brian McClay, chairman of TTOBMA, which tracks the global pulp market. He added that the U.S. imported about 2 million tons of Canadian NBSK last year, highlighting the longstanding reliance of American paper-goods producers on pulp from their northern neighbour. “Some of these mills in the United States, some of the big branded products, not only want softwood pulp from Canada, they want softwood pulp from this particular mill — they’ve been using it for 30 years and they will not change,” McClay said. “If Canadian pulp mills close because they don’t have the fibre supply, I can’t think of any other option for them — they just can’t switch the recipe around,” he said. The scenario risks reviving painful memories of pandemic-era toilet paper shortages, when store shelves were stripped bare amid panic buying. Another possibility: higher prices at the checkout counter.Trump has long promoted tariffs as a tool to bring manufacturing back to the U.S., and he’s repeatedly said his country doesn’t need Canadian lumber. But that stance doesn’t account for the specific qualities of Canadian softwood pulp, which industry executives say can’t be easily substituted with American alternatives. NBSK is prized for its tensile strength. “They don’t buy our products for our pretty eyes,” said Frederic Verreault, vice president of corporate affairs at Les Chantiers de Chibougamau Ltee., a Quebec wood processor. “They buy our products because they are the best and the most integrated into their factories.” The tariffs also risk sparking a cascading effect on the supply chain. Higher lumber costs may lead to reduced construction activity, resulting in fewer trees being harvested and, consequently, a diminished supply of wood chips needed for pulp production. This shortage would potentially drive up production costs for tissue manufacturers and lead to supply constraints. If import taxes on lumber exceed 50 per cent, as they’re currently on track to, “that’s going to put some sawmills out of business, and that’ll reduce the supply of wood chips,” McClay said. “Because we don’t really cut trees for making pulp in Canada, we depend on residual chips from sawmills. It would certainly boost the cost and probably reduce output.” Supply-Chain Woes Sawmills are difficult to adjust so they typically run either full tilt or not at all, said Jean-Francois Samray, the head of the Quebec Forest Industry Council. “It’s like pipelines, it’s like power grids: It’s all full, or all empty,” he said. The softwood industry operates in a “pure and perfect competition market,” he said. “So in a market like that, there will be temporary closures, reduced production,” which will have an “effect on continental supply and demand.”Julie Landry, vice president of government affairs for the American Forest & Paper Association, said tariffs could “disrupt our complex cross-border supply chains” and that the industry cannot “predict outcomes should they fully go into effect.” Amid a long-running trade dispute, the U.S. currently applies duties totalling more than 14 per cent on Canadian lumber. One of them is set to increase this year, taking the cumulative burden to almost 27 per cent, according to a U.S. Department of Commerce proposal. The White House’s threatened 25 per cent tariffs on many Canadian goods would mean import taxes totaling about 52 per cent. And that’s before the conclusion of a Trump-ordered investigation into national security concerns around lumber imports, which could mean even more tariffs. On April 2, a U.S. delay in applying the 25 per cent levies to goods covered under its trade deal with Canada is due to expire. The same day, Trump has pledged to unveil additional sweeping tariffs to make U.S. trade with countries around the world “reciprocal.” The escalating trade tensions have left industry giants such as Domtar Corp., which makes pulp and paper products on both sides of the border, watching closely. “Free trade between Canada and the United States benefits consumers,” said Antoine Kack, a company spokesperson.
Canada is going to "build a wall". Enough of all the drugs, criminals, and guns flowing over the border! Carney announces sweeping plan to crack down on crime, strengthen the border Liberal leader says weak U.S. border measures allow guns, drugs to flow into Canada https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/carney-plan-border-rcmp-bail-1.7507110