Chrétien Calls for Canada-U.S. Friendship | Charlotte News

Former PM Jean Chrétien delivered a powerful, standing-ovation speech in Gander, honoring 9/11 victims and Canada’s heroic role in sheltering nearly 7,000 stranded Americans — a moment of unity that still echoes today. Amid strained U.S.-Canada trade tensions, he reminded Americans: Canadian kindness isn’t weakness — it’s strength rooted in mutual respect and shared sacrifice. With heartfelt gratitude from the U.S. ambassador and a call to rebuild friendship, Chrétien affirmed Canada’s unwavering stance: we help our friends, but we never bow to anyone. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b10924587c483928