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When a certain foreign leader called Canada "one of the nastiest countries to deal with" and suggested we were meant to be "the 51st state," we didn't get mad—we got musical! 🍁 "Nasty Nice" is our proudly Canadian response to recent tariff disputes and name-calling from south of the border. Because when someone tries to bully the True North, we don't stoop to their level—we rise above with wit, charm, and healthcare for all! From our bagged milk to our insulin innovations, this song celebrates everything that makes Canada "nasty" in the best possible ways. We're politely tough, maple-sweet, and absolutely determined to remain proudly free. 🇨🇦 Stay Nasty, Canada! 🇨🇦 Let's face it—if being "nasty" means standing up for fair trade, saying sorry when we bump into someone, and caring for our neighbors, then we should wear that badge with honor! This song is dedicated to every Canadian who believes in staying true to our values even when facing pressure from those with louder voices and bigger Twitter accounts. So crank up the volume, share with your fellow Canucks, and remember: We're nasty nice and we wouldn't have it any other way, eh? https://lnkd.in/gU77Y6Cd #StayNastyCanada #PolitelyTough #Not51stState

🌍 Hands Across Borders – A World Uniting Against Tariffs & Sovereignty Threats 🎶✊ As trade tensions rise and tariffs threaten industries, people across the world are coming together, refusing to be divided. "Hands Across Borders" is more than a song—it’s a statement. It captures the growing movement of workers, communities, and nations standing in solidarity against economic pressures that undermine sovereignty and unity. From Ontario to Brussels, Guadalajara to Berlin, voices are rising. Tariff walls won’t divide us. Economic threats won’t break us. The world is responding with strength, resilience, and the unwavering belief that we are stronger together. 📢 Watch the video and join the conversation—because when walls rise, we build bridges instead. 🌉✊ #HandsAcrossBorders #UnitedNotDivided #GlobalSolidarity #TradeWars #SovereigntyMatters #OneWorldOneDream

#ElbowsUp Canada Verse 1: From the Rocky Mountains to the Atlantic shore, Maple leaf flying, as it has before. We've weathered storms with grace and might, Standing tall through every fight. Chorus: Elbows up, Canada rises, True North strong and free. Friends forever, but on our own terms, That's our destiny. Verse 2: We love our neighbors, that's plain to see, But we're not your state, we're proud to be The land of hockey, poutine, and more, Canadian made, that's what we stand for. Bridge: We'll trade fair and square, With maple syrup to spare. Our politeness has its limits, When tariffs cross the line. Chorus: Elbows up, Canada rises, True North strong and free. Friends forever, but on our own terms, That's our destiny. Outro: Stay calm, stand strong, Our unity's our might. The maple leaf forever, Red and white.

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Canada is not the 51st ANYTHING!!! Time to break out the plaid: here’s a little something that a group of proud, creative Canadians made for the country and people we love. We are Canada! WE ARE CANADIAN!!! AND WE ARE JUST GETTING STARTED! #canada  #canadian  #WeAreCanadian #buycanadian

Neighbours Without Borders: Why Canada-US #Tariffs Threaten Our Shared Prosperity Tariff disputes threaten to unravel decades of economic cooperation. Let's remember what truly matters: the extraordinary relationship we've built together over centuries. This is no ordinary trade relationship. In 2024 alone, we exchanged $762.1 billion in goods. Every day, 400,000 people and $2.7 billion in goods and services cross our shared border. Canada is America's largest export market. The commerce flowing across just one crossing—the Ambassador Bridge—equals all trade between the United States and Japan. When we impose tariffs, we're not punishing faceless corporations—we're hurting families, workers, and communities on both sides of the border. Our economies aren't just connected—they're intertwined. American businesses have invested $438.8 billion in Canada, while Canadian companies have invested $589.3 billion. Behind these numbers are millions of jobs that depend on our continued cooperation. As America's largest foreign supplier of crude oil and natural gas, Canada forms a critical pillar of U.S. energy security—a partnership that benefits both our nations. Our friendship runs deeper than balance sheets. From World War I to Afghanistan, our soldiers have fought and died together. During World War II, President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Mackenzie King laid the groundwork for generations of cooperation. The 1940 Ogdensburg Declaration created the Permanent Joint Board on Defense. More than 2,500 agreements on North American security. For over 65 years, NORAD—the world's only bi-national military command—has watched over our shared skies. This level of trust exists nowhere else on Earth. Our commitment continues today, with Canada ranking among the top five NATO allies in defense spending increases since 2015. Canada and the United States stand as unique nations with proud, distinct identities. We are not the 51st state—we are sovereign neighbours whose differences enrich our relationship. Our unique cultures, values, and systems deserve celebration, not competition. True friendship means respecting these differences while recognizing our profound connection. Today's tariff disputes threaten to unravel what generations have built. When we erect barriers between us, we don't just damage our economies—we betray our shared history and values. Let's remember that what unites us—our history, values, and shared prosperity—is far more powerful than what divides us. The Canada-US relationship isn't just another international partnership; it's the cornerstone of North American prosperity and security. We are family—not by erasing our unique identities, but by honouring them through friendship and cooperation. This relationship deserves to be celebrated through collaboration, not diminished by tariff wars. Together, we stand stronger than we ever could apart. For the sake of our families, our economies, and our future, let's end this tariff war.

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Calling all #CPG founders who are seeking a supportive community! Every Thursday at noon, eQuo hosts the Founders Circle, a gathering for #CPG founders and industry members to connect, share experiences, and offer guidance. Join us to foster collaboration and grow together. Register for the community peer support group here: https://lnkd.in/g66Mvnqe Don't miss out on the opportunity to register your company for FREE at www.equoshift.com. By joining our community, you gain access to valuable resources such as suppliers, experts, funding, and fellow CPG companies to support you on your entrepreneurial journey. #CPGindustry #FoundersCircle #EntrepreneurialJourney