Many Canadians Don't View US as Ally Anymore: Poll

Majority of Canadians say US can't be depended on in a crisis, see it as greater threat to world peace than Russia.

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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A recent Politico poll shows that a majority of Canadians no longer view the United States as an ally, with 57% saying the US cannot be depended on in a crisis. The poll also found that 48% of Canadians see the US as a greater threat to world peace than Russia, while only 29% view Russia as the bigger threat.

Why it matters

The deteriorating relationship between Canada and the US reflects growing tensions over trade and geopolitics, with the Trump administration's protectionist policies and rhetoric straining ties between the longtime allies. This could have significant implications for cross-border cooperation and the broader North American economic and security relationship.

The details

The Politico poll found that 67% of Canadians believe the US 'challenges' its opponents rather than supporting them. Meanwhile, a separate poll in France showed that 20% of French people view the US as a threat to world peace, compared to 55% who see Russia as the greater threat.

  • The Politico poll was released earlier this week.

The players

Mark Carney

The Prime Minister of Canada.

Donald Trump

The former President of the United States who had tensions with Canada over trade.

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What they’re saying

“If Governor Carney thinks he is going to make Canada a 'Drop Off Port' for China to send goods and products into the United States, he is sorely mistaken. China will eat Canada alive, completely devour it, including the destruction of their businesses, social fabric, and general way of life.”

— Donald Trump, Former US President (TRUTH Social)

The takeaway

The deteriorating relationship between Canada and the US highlights the growing global tensions and shifting geopolitical dynamics, with traditional allies increasingly viewing each other with suspicion. This could have far-reaching implications for economic and security cooperation across North America.