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U.S. midterm results spark joy among Canadians but trust in America remains shaky

Many Canadians say the Democratic victory may not restore trust as tariffs and trade tensions keep them away from U.S. travel and products.

  • Many Canadians welcome the Democratic sweep of Congress in the United States, yet remain cautious about whether voters' "strong rebuke of President Donald Trump" will shift the ongoing trade war.
  • Trump's "punishing tariffs" on Canadian goods, repeated musings about making Canada the 51st state, and renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America have strained the relationship between the two nations.
  • Juli Taylor and Uwe Richter are among citizens avoiding American travel and products, with Taylor stating, "We live in a beautiful country and the best country in the world."
  • Gerry Carlin expressed doubt that Democratic control will ease tensions, stating "there's no guarantee of anything at this point" with two years remaining in Trump's term.
  • Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said Wednesday that Ottawa's push to diversify trade will continue despite the election, with recent talks with Trump's administration proving productive.
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U.S. midterm results spark joy among Canadians but trust in America remains shaky

TORONTO - Many Canadians welcome the Democratic sweep of U.S. Congress, but have mixed views on whether voters' strong rebuke of President Donald Trump's administration will change their attitude toward

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Winnipeg Free Press broke the news in Winnipeg, Canada on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
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