We are not the 51st anything': viral Canada ad gets Trump-inspired update
Briefly

The recent revival of the iconic 'I Am Canadian' Molson beer advertisement underscores Canada’s commitment to national identity in the face of perceived U.S. dominance. Featuring Jeff Douglas, the ad celebrates Canadian cultural elements, contrasting Canada’s uniqueness against American stereotypes. Motivated by President Trump’s comments about Canada possibly becoming the 51st state, a collaborative group of Canadian creatives produced this ad to express unity and pride. It emphasizes that Canada is not merely an extension of the U.S., but its own distinct nation with a rich culture and history.
This is the birthplace of peanut butter and ketchup chips and yoga pants. It is the land of Universal Health Care and the bench-clearing brawl, of innovation and optimism and gettin' er done.
The US president's suggestion that the country might become the 51st US state has provoked a wave of patriotic fervour.
When it first came out, the spot struck a nerve and entered the pantheon of Canadian popular culture.
These are professionals who typically are competitors, coming together, offering what they have, for a common goal. No logos, no brands – the client for this one is Canada.
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