Crossing the Line: A Citizens' Inquiry on Canada-U.S. Relations
In response to the growing push for deep integration with the U.S., and the government's corresponding lack of consultation with Canadian people, the Council of Canadians organized a cross-country inquiry on Canada-U.S. relations. Crossing the Line: A Citizens' Inquiry on Canada-U.S. Relations held public hearings in 10 cities across Canada between November 2004 and March 2005. The hearings, each of which addressed a key issue that affects Canada's relationship with the United States, gave Canadians an opportunity to voice their opinions and contribute to a national debate.
Experts prepared briefs and citizens were invited to make presentations to commissioners, including the Council of Canadians' National Chairperson Maude Barlow.
This report is a summary of those hearings. It articulates what Canadians understand about how deeper integration with the United States is already affecting Canada and, if allowed to continue, will affect this country in the future.
Click here to read the summary and download chapters from the report.
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