Two Countries
Good Neighbours.
Great Friends.
Canada and the United States have been neighbours, allies, trading partners and friends for generations.
It all begins with you!
Friendship First
NOT51ST is an independent, non-partisan initiative bringing together Canadians and Americans who believe our countries are strongest as independent neighbours, close allies and great friends.
Not Affiliated
We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any political party or candidate.
Understanding
We're at the beginning of this initiative. Our first goal is simple: to understand how many people share this belief.
In goods and services
Nearly CAD $3.6 billion crossed the Canada–U.S. border daily in 2024.
People crossing every day
For work, family, business, travel and friendship.
Of shared border
The longest international border between two countries.
Two Great Countries
One Great Friendship
Closest
Relationships
We share a
border
We trade
We travel
We work together
We disagree
sometimes too
We can be independent.
We can be different.
And we can remain great friends.
That’s what NOT51ST stands for.
01
Independent
We are independent of governments, political parties, and special interests. Our only commitment is to the principles and people behind our mission. We make our own decisions, guided by our mission, not by political agendas.
02
Non-partisan
We are not aligned with the left or the right, Democrats or Republicans, Liberals or Conservatives. Friendship between Canada and the United States should transcend party politics.
03
Canada-U.S.
Friendship
We believe Canada and the United States are strongest as friends, partners, and good neighbours. Our shared history, trade, security, culture, and personal ties are worth protecting and strengthening.
04
Two independent
countries
We support a strong Canada and a strong United States—two sovereign, independent countries working closely together. Good neighbours don’t need to become one country to build an exceptional relationship.
Display
the Friendship
COMMING SOON
