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While most Canadians cringe at the idea of turning into the United States' 51st state , an increasingly outspoken minority believes it is crucial for the nation's future.
Separatists in Alberta claim they are tired of their oil-abundant province supporting the rest of the country.
Discontent with the current state of affairs, coupled with enthusiastic backing for Donald Trump , has resulted in approximately 10 percent of Canadians adopting separatist viewpoints, the Telegraph reports.
The notion of Canada becoming part of the United States was initially proposed by the president the previous year and was mostly received as a joke at the time when he made the comment lightheartedly. referred to ex-leader Justin Trudeau as the 'Governor' of Canada .
Nevertheless, he has subsequently initiated a trade war by imposing tariffs on certain products crossing the northern border.
As the tariff conflict intensifies, the burgeoning secessionist movement is accelerating.
During a recently held impromptu ceremony, Albertan resident Dan Casselman took an oath to abandon his loyalty to Canada and pledge it to the United States instead, expressing concerns that he believes his homeland is headed for ruin.
Many of the concerns expressed by those referred to as 51st Staters stem from their frustration with how they believe Alberta's oil sector has been simultaneously vilified and taken advantage of by liberal groups.
The province supplies 56 percent of all US oil imports and is the wealthiest in Canada with a gross domestic product per person
However, steps implemented during the tenure of the previous Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Pierre Trudeau meant that the $2 billion in profits would be redirected to support French-speaking Quebec and the more liberal-minded Ontario.
The younger Trudeau similarly aimed for green energy goals, often at the cost of the oil sector, a move that numerous Albertans believe is misguided.
"All we're stating is that we desire this, yes, we acknowledge President Trump's proposal," said Peter Downing, an individual from Alberta, to the Telegraph.
We aim for reduced tax rates and wish to avoid contributing additional dollars to Ottawa via 'equalization.'
Residents of Canada generally pay higher taxes compared to those in the United States because of the nation's comprehensive array of social services.
Pierre Poilievre, who leads the Conservative Party now level with Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberals, believes that Canada missed out on CAD 121 billion because of 15 oil and gas pipeline projects canceled from 2015 to 2020.
Downing highlighted that, conversely, Trump's 'Drill Baby Drill' policy for oil would increase employment opportunities in Canada.
Downing, who identifies as a 'Christian nationalist,' voiced his hope that becoming part of the U.S. would lead Canada to implement more stringent immigration policies similar to those advocated by Trump.
Chris Hunter, a 40-year-old oil worker, mentioned that he might consider moving to the U.S. to escape the disdain of liberals who criticize what he produces through his work but still benefit from it.
Although he does not endorse secession, he finds himself drawn to Trump's policies.
"He is a businessman, just like me," Hunter stated, mentioning that should Trump assume control, he might rethink his plans for relocation.
Other residents of the proposed 51st state were frustrated with Canada's parliamentary system, noting its lack of equivalent checks and balances found in the U.S. Senate.
The former police officer James Goransrud stated that because of Canada's appointed Senate by politicians, Trudeau was able to act like a 'dictator,' allowing him to enforce widely disliked carbon taxes.
"It’s like being taxed without having a say in governance, and history shows us this has often led to issues," he stated.
He also fumed about the country's crumbling health service, which although free to use, has extremely long wait times.
It’s not only Albertans who feel this way; Ryan Hemsley from Vancouver has previously characterized his home country as a place ‘where ambition goes to die’.
He said, 'When you awaken, you manage to stay alive,' Free Press There’s no room for development. Sometimes you dine out with pals, enjoy yourself thoroughly, yet end up back at your place, sleeping through the night just to repeat the same cycle.
Even though I have great affection for Canada, the country joining the United States as its 51st state would invigorate me tremendously.
Nevertheless, Prime Minister Carney has thus far firmly dismissed the notion of secession.
'America is not Canada "And Canada will never, under any circumstances, become part of America," he stated.
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