Only empire today is US. That a few other countries cling to a sphere of influence, and are capable of resisting US led demonism against them does not make them empires. The real tankies,today, are those who cheer US imperialism.
But back to Canada, understanding the US is coming for them, requires a wake up call to prevent. Our European "friends" that we need to share their hatred above our survival is an "interesting expression" of friendship.