Part 12/14:
The collapse of plants like the Bmpton assembly line symbolizes more than economic decline—it's a diminishing of Canadian identity. Once a nation proud of its manufacturing prowess, Canada is now witnessing a slow, painful retreat from production and innovation.
The U.S., under Trump’s strategy, has learned the importance of making it easy for companies to succeed—lower taxes, energy independence, regulatory clarity—practices that have resulted in an influx of manufacturing. Canada, by contrast, has often prioritized global reputation and climate pledges over competitive industrial policy, leaving its industries vulnerable.