US President Donald Trump also said Canadians won't “have to worry about the military” and would get “better health coverage” if Canada becomes the US' 51st state.

"I would like Canada to be the 51st state," said Donald Trump, promising residents no concerns about rising tariffs, taxes, or military protection. This is not the first time the U.S. president has looked to the northern neighbor.

"I would like Canada to be the 51st state," said Donald Trump, promising residents they need not worry about rising tariffs, taxes, or military protection. This isn't the first time the U.S. president has reached toward his northern neighbour.