Canada used to be the United States' most trusted ally, neighbor and largest trading partner.
Except for oil, the USA ran a trade surplus on goods and services.
Canadians spent an average of $9,300 per person per year on American goods and services.
Americans spent an average of $1,200 per person per year on Canadian goods and services. A very good trade arrangement.
The oil they shipped south to us was heavy, sour crude that was what most of our refineries are designed ... more