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Canadians Urged to GUARD Against U.S. Influence

1/16/2026

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Story summary

Linda Watson expresses anxiety over U.S. actions she views as alarming, including threats to Venezuela and Greenland.
She feels helpless but seeks positive action to address the situation.
Former CBC journalist Tod Maffin emphasizes strategic voting to protect Canadian sovereignty and introduces the GUARD acronym.
The GUARD acronym asks Canadians to unplug from outrage-driven social media, support local businesses, reinforce independent media, and distinguish between American citizens and their government.

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Story summary

Linda Watson expresses anxiety over U.S. actions she views as alarming, including threats to Venezuela and Greenland.
She feels helpless but seeks positive action to address the situation.
Former CBC journalist Tod Maffin emphasizes strategic voting to protect Canadian sovereignty and introduces the GUARD acronym.
The GUARD acronym asks Canadians to unplug from outrage-driven social media, support local businesses, reinforce independent media, and distinguish between American citizens and their government.