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These are just some of the times that the US has invaded or attempted to invade, annex, or otherwise threaten the sovereignty of Canada. Trump’s threats are nothing new and they’re not going to go away when he does. This is what the US is and has always been.

Whether it’s branded as “manifest destiny,” “continentalism,” or a “security perimeter” within a “Greater North America,” aggressive expansionism is a fundamental part of the American political ethos.

“When Israel commits a genocide in Gaza, we call them out. When the US and Israel start an illegal and reprehensible war against Iran that sets the world on fire, we say Canada should have absolutely no role in it whatsoever."

Congratulations to #AviLewis, newly elected leader of the #NDP! #cdnpoli 🇨🇦

Heading out to watch the first #BlueJays game of the season! #BlueJays50 #MLB ⚾️
Cherry blossoms #UBC #Vancouver 🌸
Hurrah, Venezuela! ⚾️
Spring blooms
White Spot Pirate Paks mentioned in this episode of #Allegiance. That is some very local content! #SurreyBC
Mark Carney refuses to 'categorically' rule out military involvement in Middle East conflict

Speaking in the Australian capital, Carney appeared to harden Canada’s stance on the war, saying it’s too soon to call for an immediate ceasefire.

Toronto Star

“…Canada cannot endorse the unilateral and illegal use of military force, the killing of civilians or the kidnap and assassination of foreign heads of government while also insisting that our sovereignty, our rights and our independence must be respected.” #cdnpoli #iran

https://www.thestar.com/politics/federal/liberal-mp-criticizes-mark-carneys-support-for-u-s-attack-on-iran/article_8529cb6e-3d0b-4c4f-975c-c296f856b09e.html

Liberal MP criticizes Mark Carney’s support for U.S. attack on Iran

Victoria MP Will Greaves said Canada "cannot endorse the unilateral and illegal use of military force" while insisting its own sovereignty must be respected.

Toronto Star