Bublé's Patriotic Stand at 2025 Junos in Vancouver

Michael Bublé, during his hosting at the 2025 Juno Awards in Vancouver, delivered a patriotic monologue asserting that Canada is 'not for sale' in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's proposal to annex Canada as the '51st state'. Bublé emphasized Canada's uniqueness and diversity, underscoring national pride amid rising tensions from a U.S.-Canada tariff war. Trump's rhetoric, describing the U.S.-Canada border as an 'artificial line', has sparked criticism from Canadian leaders and citizens, reinforcing a surge of nationalism across the country. In his speech, Bublé celebrated Canada's cultural differences, stating they make the nation stronger and more interesting. The awards ceremony also honored Canadian artists, including Anne Murray, who expressed her enduring affection for Canada. The event highlighted national pride and unity in the face of external pressures.