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Most Canadians say US not a reliable ally: Polling

A Politico poll reveals 58% of Canadians view the US as unreliable and 48% see it as a bigger peace threat than Russia, reflecting deep concerns over Trump's impact.

  • On Thursday, the POLITICO poll found a sharp deterioration in US‑Canada ties, with 58% of Canadians doubting the United States as a reliable ally and 42% rejecting any alliance.
  • Rhetoric and threats from Trump, including comments about Canada, have led to nearly seven in ten Canadians viewing the US as an unreliable ally and a major peace threat since returning in 2025.
  • Survey findings also reveal data from the US Travel Association showing a 23% drop last year, with roughly 4 million fewer Canadians traveling to the US and a $4 billion economic hit.
  • Looking ahead, a 49% plurality said the US-Canada relationship will improve after Trump leaves, though 28% believe ties will never recover.
  • Nearly half of Canadians now say the US is a bigger peace threat than Russia, with 57% preferring dependence on China over the US under Trump.
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Politico broke the news in on Thursday, February 19, 2026.
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