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The Welland Canal, an integral waterway in Ontario, facilitates navigation between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie and sees around 3,000 ships each year. Recent discussions on social media have sparked suggestions to block U.S. vessels from using the canal. However, experts caution that such a measure could have adverse effects not only on U.S. maritime interests but also on Canadian businesses that rely on this trade route. Blocking access to the canal could disrupt the flow of goods, impacting the economies of both nations. This ongoing conversation highlights the complex relationship between Canada and the United States regarding trade and transportation through shared infrastructures.
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Social media wants Canada to block U.S. ships from the Welland Canal. Experts say it's a bad idea
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