Poll: Over Half of Canadians Feel Unsafe and Unwelcome in the United States

09 May 2025, 3:38 AM

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A recent opinion poll conducted by the Canadian Studies Association surveyed 1,626 individuals and revealed that more than half of Canadians no longer feel safe or welcome in the United States, amid escalating tensions between the two countries.

The results showed that 52% of respondents believe traveling to the U.S. is no longer safe for Canadians, especially among those over the age of 55 (59%). Additionally, 54% said they feel unwelcome there, with that sentiment rising to 60% among older participants. Meanwhile, 27% disagreed with this feeling, and 19% were uncertain.

These figures come in the wake of repeated statements by U.S. President Donald Trump, aimed at pressuring Canada to join the United States as a new state.

Trump also imposed strict tariffs on Canada, which some have seen as part of an open trade war.

Jack Jedwab, CEO of the Canadian Studies Association, warned that such sentiments could negatively impact tourism and bilateral relations, noting that Canadian concerns may influence travel and interactions with Americans.

Meanwhile, the recent Canadian elections saw Liberal candidate Mark Carney defeat his opponent Pierre Poilievre—dubbed “Canada’s Trump.” Some viewed the vote as a referendum on Trump’s influence within Canada.

In a meeting between Carney and Trump at the White House, the latter reiterated his call to make Canada the 51st U.S. state and described the relationship between the two countries as “a wonderful marriage.” However, Carney responded firmly: “Some places are never for sale.” Still, Trump added jokingly, “I always say, never say never.”