Tag: Ally

  • When Ethics and Trust “Trump” Geography

    When Ethics and Trust “Trump” Geography

    The Financial Times suggested today that Canada will end up ‘tied to the U.S.’ after the tariff dust settles because of geography and the rationale for proximal trade. Actually, I disagree wholeheartedly. Canada got into this mess with the U.S., simply because of proximity and trust. We once had a 75 year close relationship with…

  • Canada: we’re Looking For Enemies

    Canada: we’re Looking For Enemies

    Canada has decided to seek new enemies. This week America, once again, extended its hand of friendship, offering to take half of Canada’s assets for future considerations. Canada thinks it can likely broker a better deal with Russia, who have shown interest in only taking 40% of Canada’s assets for a whole bunch of shares…