I am an American and I see Canada really as an extension of the U.S.A. Anyone else?

Question

I see more similiarities than differences.

Well, to me they are just the same as we are. So sad. I remember just after 911, a Canadian wrote the most stirring narrative about America, in full support. About how we are the first to aid when someone is in trouble, about how we always have the backs of our Allies, about how we try to do the right thing in the face of terrorism and adversity. I don't know what happened to the mindframe between then and now.

Well, to me Canada is another California, which has a large Hispanic population and is heavily influenced by their culture. So parts of Canada have a French influence. I see them as our extension, like another state, only larger.

P.S. I only have a vague clue as to what trolling is, but I know I don't do it. I ask and answer according to what I am thinking at the time.

Answer 1

Get ready for the angry Canadians to come and tell you how insulted they are to be compared to us.

Answer 2

Most people who know any Canadians would assume that this is a trolling question - an attempt to make Canadiens lose their cold (oops, cool) and point out how dissimilar the two nations are.

Hmm, well, ok, not so dissimilar, but enough to make the True North Strong and Free a bit insecure when looking southward. I think that those who were so proud in the 1960's of how civilized Canadians were compared to the crazed radicals of the States are probably disappointed to see the transformation of National politics to something so similar to what was thought inferior back then. One could tolerate - even elect - MP's from CPC without whining, but now the disease of Political Correctness (PC still means something else to me, LOL) has spread north.

There are indeed more similarities than differences, yet there are enough differences to make your statement akin to fighting words.

Now, when the States go metric, we can talk again.

Answer 3

Then you are not a Canadian are you?

Gimme a minute to work this response out because I am rather blown away by your question.

American people are nice n all, but few Canadians want to live down there because of your government! You are nice neighbours, but I like you in your house and me in mine.

Besides your megalomaniac Pres is already eying us. When I saw that on film, I was truly frightened, and that is no joke.

http://www.infowars.com/articles/immigration/bush_plan_destroy_the_us_deceit_and_betrayal.htm

Cultural development in both countries is also similar. Both countries are democratic, multi-cultural, and environmentally damaged.

Differences are Canada's use of the parliamentary system rather than the US congressional system, related differences regarding the separation of powers and powers of the head of government (President vs. Prime Minister), and the much greater American role of a written Constitution (as interpreted by the Supreme Court). OOOPS scratch that, your fine President Bush (gag) killed your Constitution didn’t he?

Both nations have a federalist system with strong powers controlled by the states/provinces. Canadians are not interested in the historic commitment to republicanism that characterizes American political values, though the differences have been lessening due to political reforms

The US lacks the commitment to biculturalism characteristic of Canada, though this difference has been lessening due to a fast-growing Spanish-speaking population in America. Overall, both nations have a very similar system of political, cultural and social values.

Canadian and American football are very similar, as both have their origins in rugby football (usually known in North America simply as "rugby".) As such, the rules of these sports are quite homogenous, although a comparison illustrates some key differences. Except for the Grey Cup, Canadians do not live and die football. Nor are we so mad about cheerleaders and marching bands. However, we have hockey and you really don’t quite have it yet, except for a few of the original Eastern teams.

An American will say, "Hot day!" A Canadian will say, "Hot day, eh?" meaning "It's a hot day, isn't it?"

There's one more, rather dangerous, way to tell a Canadian from an American. Just remark to the suspect that Canadians and Americans are so much alike that it's hard to tell one from the other. If the person involved is an American, he'll probably agree.

But if he's a Canadian he'll let you know, in no unterms, that you're wrong. And that stubborn sense of difference is one main reason why the two countries, despite similarities, remain separate.

Canadians say "zed" instead of "zee". Canadians pronounced it in the British was, "leftenant", while Americans say "lootenant".

Canadians used to put a "u" in words like labour. Americans hoard the letter “u” like gold.

Gosh and you thought we were the same LOL.

Problem is, if the North America union happens (shudder), we will be put to the test, won't we?

Oops I forgot one BIG thing!... Canadians use more fleece and wool and we sleep under more blankies. But, perhaps I should not make that a blanket statement.

Answer 4

Canadians are hypocrites. They, for the most part, live the life of an American in many ways, but at the same time are separate and can judge the Americans as the big bad bully of the world. This allows them to have their cake and eat it too.

Answer 5

While I do realize that Canada is a separate, and sovereign nation that we are blessed to have good relations with, yes, there have been times when I have thought of Canada as a part of the United States.

Answer 6

I don't see how Canada is an extension of the U.S. Laws, customs, language, currency are all different. That would be like saying Mexico is an extension of the U.S.

Answer 7

im canadian and i dont want to be part of the united states or an extension to it. not at all no way.

Answer 8

No. Canada is its own country. I'm glad we're neighbors, but I wouldn't presume to encroach on their own sense of identity!

Answer 9

Its more of like the sub-urbs of America, more dull, but also with lower crime, better quality of life.

Answer 10

doesn't matter we are a different country, you had to fight a war for your freedom we got ours by asking