As we continue to battle with the United States in a testy trade war, it’s pretty sad that we’ve gotten to this situation. However, it’s time to accept the reality that the good-old days are behind us, and strengthening European ties is probably a wise move for Prime Minister Carney to make. Now, while there might be a lot of negativity on both sides of the border, a Windsor native turned Michigander is celebrating Canada however she can. Since 2023, Canadiana Fest has been held at a neighbourhood in Kalamazoo, demonstrating Canada’s good vibes and decades of heritage. In fact, attendance has grown each year, reaching a record-high 2,500 people last year. Channon Russette-Mondoux joins Kristy Cameron to talk about her brainchild idea on Ottawa Now.

<p>As we continue to battle with the United States in a testy trade war, it&rsquo;s pretty sad that we&rsquo;ve gotten to this situation. However, it&rsquo;s time to accept the reality that the good-old days are behind us, and strengthening European ties is probably a wise move for Prime Minister Carney to make. Now, while there might be a lot of negativity on both sides of the border, a Windsor native turned Michigander is celebrating Canada however she can. Since 2023, Canadiana Fest has been held at a neighbourhood in Kalamazoo, demonstrating Canada&rsquo;s good vibes and decades of heritage. In fact, attendance has grown each year, reaching a record-high 2,500 people last year. Channon Russette-Mondoux joins Kristy Cameron to talk about her brainchild idea on Ottawa Now.</p>