Qaidari: As a new immigrant to Canada, I know it will survive Trump’s threats

A note of optimism, perhaps overly so, but hopefully not:

…Apologies are strength, not a weakness 

Canada’s identity bridges thousands of years of Indigenous history with the contributions of immigrants from around the world. Few nations possess Canada’s capacity for introspection and growth. Our willingness to apologize for past wrongs and our commitment to reconciliation have enabled progress and unity despite past mistakes. 

Yes, Canada faces economic challenges such as inflation and unemployment. However, no nation sells its identity for short-term economic relief. 

History teaches us that resilience, unity and cultural strength are the true pillars of survival. Canadians – regardless of race, religion, gender or political affiliation – have shown unwavering resolve against Trump’s neo-imperialist rhetoric. 

Canada will emerge stronger from this critical juncture in its history. The unity of our people and the richness of our cultural and social fabric will ensure its continued success. As the saying goes: “What doesn’t kill me makes me stronger.” 

Shoulder to shoulder, Canadians will preserve our identity and sovereignty, proving to the world the unquantifiable strength of a united nation. 

This shared resilience has left me deeply moved, particularly as I’ve observed Canadians from all walks of life voicing their opposition to Trump’s threats. History will once again remind politicians that the essence of nationhood cannot be quantified or undermined. Canada will endure and thrive, as it always has. 

Abbas Qaidari is an international security analyst and former senior fellow at the Center for Strategic Studies in Tehran. His analyses have appeared in Al-Monitor, the Atlantic Council and many U.S.-based media. 

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