Western new yorker here. I visit Canada often (Niagara Falls, St Catherines, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Hamilton, Toronto). Great hiking, stores, art/theater, and people.
Last week, when going into shops, we groveled incessantly how embarrassed and sorry we are that so many americans are angry and mentally-retarded.
Keep in mind, the americans have already invaded Canada in the 1800s. They remember, nearly all americans don't.
And so far, in return, the Canadians have been deeply understanding and generous in their forgiveness.
So far.
We tell them, instead of Canada becoming the US' 51 state, can New York state become Canada's eleventh province. PLEEEASE!