I've been very vocal about the fact that we need a strategy for the future that is Canada's strategy, not a reactive strategy. Of course, we have to be prepared for what is going to happen with our neighbours to the south. However, until we have our own plan and a strategy that actually focuses on taking advantage of our educated population, our skill sets, our natural resources, the things that we control—until we have a plan for the future that actually looks into the future and is not a short-term fix—we will be very subject to what happens in the U.S. having huge implications for our economy. I don't think we're ready, because I don't believe that Canada has a plan and a strategy for the future.
On November 25th, 2024. See this statement in context.