O Canada

(He loves their anthem.  But he likes ours better.  He said so.)

Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson is skipping the U.S. ambassador's annual party in protest over U.S. attacks on Canadian industries.

The U.S. ambassador to Canada traditionally throws a large party on July 4, Independence Day, a national holiday south of the border, at the ambassador's official residence in Ottawa.

The event, hosted this year by Ambassador Kelly Knight Craft, often attracts thousands of people from Ottawa's political circles.

Watson said with the current U.S. administration he didn't think it was right to attend.

"I've politely declined because I'm not happy with the direction of the American government and their constant attacks on our country," he said.

[...]

Coun. Mathieu Fleury is also declining his invitation. He said he has no problem with the local embassy staff, but has been disappointed with both the U.S. trade policy and their stance on refugees and migrants.

"For me it would be hypocritical to be critical of the Trump administration and then attend this event."

  CBC

It's going to be a small party this year.

...but hey, do what you want...you will anyway.