158 years ago, a few provinces bet on a big idea— That they'd be stronger together than they ever could be apart.

They were right.

They became a new federation that's now grown into our strong, bilingual, multicultural, ambitious country.

A country built on the values of freedom, democracy, justice, generosity, and humility.

Because we know that we can always be better.

Our story didn't begin at Confederation.

For thousands of years, Indigenous Peoples have called this land home, and our country's next chapter will be written together in true partnership with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis.

Our shared history has been marked by inflection points, moments where Canada has had to step up: On the battlefields of Vimy Ridge in World War One, on the beaches of Normandy in World War Two, and in the homes of Gander after the 9/11 terror attacks.

Now we face another such moment.

The world is changing.

Old friendships are fraying.

Our economy is being buffeted by a trade war we didn't start.

Our values are being tested by attacks on democracy and freedoms that we must resist.

As the world becomes more divided and dangerous— Canadians are uniting.

Together we will build one Canadian economy, connected by major projects, powered by Canadian energy, transformed by Canadian technology and crafted by Canadian workers.

Together, we're breaking down barriers across this country so you can ‘Buy Canadian’ everywhere—and work anywhere.

Together, we’ll rebuild, rearm, and reinvest in our Armed Forces.

Because Canadian leadership is defined— not only by the strength of our values, but also by the value of our strength.

This is the greatest nation on Earth.

Together, we'll keep making it even better.

Happy Canada Day.