Hub Podcasts Canada’s relationship with America will never be ‘over’
Jun 6, 2025
Ginny Roth, a Partner at Crestview Strategy known for her insightful commentary, delves into the intricate ties between Canada and the U.S., emphasizing that their relationship is far from over despite the complexities of modern geopolitics. She critiques the recent Hockey Canada trial, highlighting the urgent need for a stronger ethical framework around sexual consent and societal norms. Roth argues for greater moral leadership in youth development, stressing that shaping values is crucial even when it challenges individual rights.
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Canada-US Inseparable Relationship
- Canada is economically and militarily tied to the U.S. despite public ambivalence.
- Strategic independence is unrealistic given geography and integration.
Strengthen Ties, Diversify Trade
- Canadian leadership must strengthen ties with the U.S. from a position of strength.
- Diversify trade but avoid illusions of decoupling from the U.S. economy.
Legal System Fails Sexual Ethics
- The Hockey Canada trial reveals the failure of legal rules to address sexual ethics fully.
- Our culture lacks a moral framework to guide sexual conduct beyond consent laws.