The reality is that Trump gave Canada the greatest gift imaginable: the re-sparking of patriotism. A flame that had dimmed under the shadow of the so-called “post nation” agenda, now reignites, breathing new hope into the heart of Canada.
Many Canadians, lost in the fog of this agenda, didn’t realize how it had eroded the very essence of our national pride. The “post nation" concept sought to dilute our identity, but Trump's words have inadvertently become a clarion call to reclaim it.
Canadians upset with the allure of the US miss the deeper truth: those drawn to America seek the robust patriotism of a nation fiercely proud of its identity, a quality we must rediscover within ourselves.
Those who are upset fail to grasp the chilling reality of “post-nation”: in such a world, our passion for our country matters little to those in power. We've been told our national interest is irrelevant, but no more.
Living in a bubble created by these policies, many Canadians hadn't felt the full impact—until Trump's provocation burst it wide open, forcing us to confront our reality.
Trump didn’t give us a fight with the US; he gave us a battle within, a civil discourse over the soul of Canada. This isn't a conflict with an external foe but an internal revolution for our national spirit.
Why is this a gift? Because Canadians need their nation back, not the diluted version crafted by Trudeau’s vision, but a Canada strong enough, proud enough, to be worth the ultimate sacrifice.
We need a Canada that demands a very hard, long, and humble introspection from every citizen. A look at how our actions—or lack thereof—have shaped this current state. It's time for accountability and revival.
The fight is good, it’s necessary. It's not with Trump; it's with ourselves. It's about reclaiming our narrative, our pride, and our future. Let this be the moment we stand up, not just for Canada, but as Canada.
Lance Douglas,
Olds
