Cass

I believe in freedom of choice, animal lover, future farmer, concerned 🇨🇦 citizen

[Cass @CassidyH_N]

#AlbertaSeparation

[Danielle Smith @ABDanielleSmith]

An Albertan’s home is their castle. No one should hesitate to defend themselves when faced with a threat at their own doorway.

If passed, our motion under the Alberta Sovereignty within a United Canada Act will clearly state that Alberta will protect public safety and preserve the lawful right of self defence.

Find our more here: https://t.co/zphPLOtggc

[Daily Mail @DailyMail]

Olympics set to ban ALL transgender athletes from female events after 'finding scientific evidence of advantages to being born male'. Read more: https://t.co/hk1MKrxXX8

[Cass @CassidyH_N]

@CoryBMorgan I agree, a political party is not the way forward for independence but the independence sentiment is still strong

[Cass @CassidyH_N]

@klaytoond @Martyupnorth_2 Folks like my neighbors, been teachers and union members their whole lives. They still believe in the vision that Jack Layton had

[Western Standard @WesternStandard]

WATCH: Smith calls for Alberta firearms license exclusive of federal government https://t.co/RYtEvtx1rN

[Cass @CassidyH_N]

@Martyupnorth_2 I disagree. I think it would hurt the independence movement. A political party should not be the voice behind the movement - grassroots where everyone, no matter your political stripes, agrees for a independent alberta

[Jeffrey Rath @JeffreyRWRath]

Just got off the phone with the lead author of the Draft Fiscal Plan for an Independent Alberta.

He has been finalizing numbers with our economists.

In Year 1 of Independence Alberta INCLUDING transition costs and fully funding all necessary federal programs and transfers Alberta will have an approximately 31-54 BILLION DOLLAR fiscal capacity surplus. 37-57 Billion after transition. These are CONSERVATIVE numbers that don’t factor in any reductions of any government employees or services including health, pensions, old age security or guaranteed income supplement for seniors.

#AlbertaIndependence

[Tablesalt 🇨🇦🇺🇸 @Tablesalt13]

🚨NEW BOMBSHELL -

IVE OBTAINED A DOCUMENT FROM IMMIGRATION CANADA (IRCC)

that SHOWS that IRCC employees are tasked with KEEPING OVER 25% of the Canadian labour force

filled with refugees and immigrants AT ALL TIMES

[Cass @CassidyH_N]

@turnedwife I know I can expect no help from my grandmother nor my mother when I have children. They are of this mentality, as well as, 'I did it myself therefore you're on your own as well'. It's such a shame to know that I will face isolation

[Cass @CassidyH_N]

https://t.co/jGJqSA5wCZ

[Cass @CassidyH_N]

These are the results from the 1982 Byelection in Olds-Didsbury

[Cass @CassidyH_N]

@HarmanBhanguBC This breaks my heart. I grew up in Victoria, my mother works downtown in the parks and I worry for her safety everyday. Her and the staff clean up after these people daily - needles, pipes, so much garbage. Downtown isn't safe and beautiful anymore 😔

[Cass @CassidyH_N]

@GdfnShirts 👋

[The Food Professor @FoodProfessor]

Forget 'Elbows Up' — it’s 'Wallets Out'

"While Ottawa rallies Canadians with slogans like 'Elbows Up,' the real impact of its tariff strategy is felt at the checkout. Unlike the U.S., which keeps food inflation in check despite aggressive trade moves, Canada is paying more and getting less — proof that slogans can’t shield consumers from poor economic policy."

While Washington appears to be softening its stance with several key trading partners, Canada remains entrenched in a solitary and expensive tariff posture. This week, Loblaw president @PerBank1 issued a public warning: a new wave of price hikes, directly linked to Canada’s retaliatory tariffs, is about to hit store shelves. For consumers, this will mean more products marked with a subtle yet telling symbol: a “T” — indicating tariff-impacted goods.

Skeptics may view this as a convenient deflection tactic by Loblaw. But the issue extends far beyond one retailer. All major grocers will be affected. As of now, approximately 1,000 products at Loblaw stores already carry the “T” symbol — a number expected to climb above 6,000 in the next two months as inventories run dry and replenishments reflect increased import costs. And these are just the direct effects. Indirect impacts are mounting too, particularly for food manufacturers grappling with sustained input cost inflation on key imported ingredients.

Since March 4, 2025, Canada has implemented several rounds of 25% counter-tariffs on U.S. goods in retaliation for protectionist measures from the Trump administration. The surcharges apply to a wide range of imports. In total, nearly $60 billion in imports are now affected.

The agri-food sector is especially vulnerable to these trade frictions. With thin profit margins and a high reliance on strategic imports, food processors and retailers are under intense pressure. Ottawa’s tariff list includes about $5.8 billion worth of U.S. agricultural products — dairy, poultry, fresh produce, candy ingredients, bouillons, condiments, grains, rice, and more. Some iconic items, like Kentucky bourbon, have already disappeared from Canadian shelves. Since April, any U.S. vehicle not meeting CUSMA rules of origin is also subject to a 25% levy.

In many cases, Canadian manufacturers have no viable alternatives. For a significant number of ingredients or components, the United States remains the only feasible supplier in the short term. The result? Higher costs, few substitutes, and inevitably, a pass-through to consumers.

To its credit, the @MarkJCarney government has tried to shield some raw materials and sustain dialogue with Washington. But sources suggest Ottawa is considering expanding its countermeasures to cover up to $125 billion in imports — including fruits, vegetables, beef, pork, dairy, EVs, and a range of electronic goods. Such escalation risks further undermining food security and the competitiveness of our agri-food sector.

This tariff path imposes a double penalty on Canadians: rising prices and shrinking choices. Ironically, despite Trump’s aggressive tariff playbook, U.S. food inflation fell to 2.0% in April — way below Canada’s. In theory, tariffs should drive prices up. That hasn’t happened in the U.S., where a denser, more competitive market absorbs external shocks more effectively. Canada lacks that economic cushion.

The 'Elbows Up' campaign may be meant to inspire resilience, but from an economic standpoint, it's little more than a distraction. While the U.S. manages to contain food inflation at 2.0% despite aggressive tariffs, Canada is facing higher prices and fewer choices — a direct result of poor policy insulation and limited market competitiveness. Symbolic gestures won’t offset structural inefficiencies.

The message from grocers is clear: it’s time for Ottawa to rethink its retaliatory tariff strategy — before the cost becomes too steep for households and industry alike.

[Cass @CassidyH_N]

@TWilsonOttawa There is already a podcast too https://t.co/sSBg0pGIO2

[Keith Wilson @ikwilson]

Cory Morgan, former Alberta Independence Party leader, says ditch independence parties—they’ve never broken past 1%! Join grassroots like Alberta Prosperity Project & push for citizen-initiated referenda. Get the power to the people, not political parties doomed to fail and potentially split the right. #AlbertaIndependence #Grassroots @CoryBMorgan

[Cass @CassidyH_N]

@RoyRodgersUSA Correct. The senate is already stacked liberal and the east / west divide has always been at play. Alberta and Saskatchewan will separate, as we are done paying for commie policies #AlbertaIndependence

[Cass @CassidyH_N]

@ABProsperityPrj Will there be an ABP event in the future?

[Keith Wilson @ikwilson]

Alberta sends $20B more to Ottawa than we get back, funding our healthcare & Canada’s budget. Feds don’t own our oil, gas, or land—just 4 parks & bases. Nova Scotia leans on our $4B. Ottawa can’t even run a passport office. Why stay in this abusive deal? #AlbertaSeparation

[Cass @CassidyH_N]

@ABDanielleSmith @MarkJCarney @PierrePoilievre https://t.co/kU0H8oog4Z