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Americans paid tribute to their northern neighbours by saying sorry for U.S. President Donald Trump while sharing what they are thankful for as the Great White North celebrated Canada Day.

Canadians celebrated the country’s 151st birthday on Sunday with fireworks and celebrations that stretched across the nation.

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“No matter where we are, today, as Canadians, we celebrate Canada and the people who have built the country we love,” Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said in a statement. ““We’re 37 million – strong in our differences, proud of our diversity, and united by our dreams. From one generation to the next, Canadians have brought our country’s promise to life, with hard work, bold vision, and determination.

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“From Ontario steel to Quebec aluminum, from agriculture and the energy sector in the Prairies and the North, to forestry in British Columbia and fisheries in the Atlantic, Canadians get the job done – and build our communities along the way,” the prime minister said.

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Canada Day celebrations comes amid a trade dispute with the U.S., while the American president has fired off several potshots at Trudeau and Canada’s “unfair” trade practices.

However, that didn’t stop some Americans from wishing the neighbours to the north a “happy birthday” while apologizing for their president.

Dear Canada, Please know that our president doesn’t reflect all our views that we Americans have. I hope your day is filled with Poutine, maple syrup, Tim Hortons, hockey re-runs and apologies. Sincerely,

A friendly neighbor.#canadaDay — American Dad🇺🇸 (@SaulOdenkirk) July 1, 2018

“Dear Canada, Please know that our president doesn’t reflect all our views that we Americans have. I hope your day is filled with Poutine, maple syrup, Tim Hortons, hockey re-runs and apologies. Sincerely, A friendly neighbor #canadaDay,” @AmericanDad tweeted.

Happy Birthday, Canada! I know we suck as neighbors right now & if you build a polite privacy hedge along the border, we'll totally understand. Thanks for being a beacon of hope and leadership in the face of American tyranny. We're proud to call you friends. 🇨🇦#CanadaDay pic.twitter.com/ToEyDp9zhR — Kaz Weida (@kazweida) July 1, 2018

“Happy Birthday, Canada! I know we suck as neighbors right now & if you build a polite privacy hedge along the border, we’ll totally understand,” Kaz Weida tweeted. “Thanks for being a beacon of hope and leadership in the face of American tyranny. We’re proud to call you friends. #CanadaDay”

Happy #CanadaDay.

Sorry there's rot in your basement, guys.

We'll fix this. — Steve Marmel (@Marmel) July 1, 2018

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“Happy #CanadaDay. Sorry there’s rot in your basement, guys. We’ll fix this,” Steve Marmel commented.

Oh Canada…!!! Happy Canada Day to our neighbors to the north. We do apologize for "The Abomination." We love you. #CanadaDay🇨🇦 — Mo Gaffney (@mogaffney) July 1, 2018

“Oh Canada…!!! Happy Canada Day to our neighbors to the north. We do apologize for ‘The Abomination.’ We love you. #CanadaDay,” another Twitter user commented.

Following the G7 summit in Quebec last month, many Americans turned to social media to thank Canada after the Trump administration attacked Trudeau, calling the prime minister “meek” and that he “stabbed us in the back.”

American music writer and critic David Wild appears to have kicked off the social media initiative, by calling on his countrymen to “#ThankCanada for things we love they’ve brought to our lives.” The writer went on to thank the Great White North for musicians to the likes of Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Drake and Leonard Cohen. He also gave a shout out to SCTV and, of course, hockey.

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Former American diplomat and U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nicholas Burns, pointed out several instances in which Canada came to the aid of America, including Canada’s role in saving American lives during the 1979 Iranian hostage crisis.

“Canada spirited four American hostages out of Iran in 1979, welcomed thousands of stranded U.S. airline passengers on 9/11, has our back in every war, shares the world’s longest undefended border with us and a symbiotic North American economy. THE best neighbour we could have,” Burns tweeted.

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#Canada spirited four American hostages out of Iran in 1979, welcomed thousands of stranded U.S. airline passengers on 9/11, has our back in every war, shares the world’s longest undefended border with us and a symbiotic North American economy. THE best neighbor we could have. https://t.co/6c9qcPXn3C — Nicholas Burns (@RNicholasBurns) June 10, 2018

Here’s a look at more #CanadaDay birthday wishes from the U.S.

Its #CanadaDay. The day Americans turn northward and sigh longingly. — Dave Foley (@DaveSFoley) July 1, 2018

Happy #CanadaDay to our neighbors up north! Please know the majority of us Americans still think of you as our friends & we appreciate you. We’re so sorry for the trash in our White House stinking up our country. It’s embarrassing. But we’re working on cleaning it up! — S.J. Frost (@SJ_Frost) July 1, 2018

Happy Canada Day to our friends up north!! Most Americans aren't arrogant enough to think we navigate this world alone.#CanadaDay — Devin Duke (@sirDukeDevin) July 1, 2018

Happy #CanadaDay to friends, cast and crew to the north! Please be reassured that we Americans love and appreciate you – despite the fact that you’re now apparently a national security threat. 😂 — Daniel Dae Kim (@danieldaekim) July 1, 2018

Happy Birthday Canada! Don’t judge all Americans by the example of our TEMPORARY orange menace. We’re really not all like that! #CanadaDay — Marie 🗽🌊 (@Merrirrro) July 1, 2018

Happy Canada Day! Americans love you Canada 🇺🇸❤️🇨🇦 #WeThePeople (the sane people) of USA stand with you always! #CanadaDay pic.twitter.com/1uLBFo03bz — Dawn☮️ #FamilesBelongTogether💔😢 (@dawnresist) July 1, 2018

Happy 151st, our dear neighbor to the north. Not all of us Americans are pompous jerks. Enjoy your day!! 🇨🇦#CanadaDay — Sir Randolph (@black2infinity) July 1, 2018

Happy Canada Day to our friends across the Detroit River. Despite what our so "leader" @realDonaldTrump said we stand with you as Americans and absolutely don't see you as a threat but rather as a strong ally!Stand Strong Canada you look great at 151. @JustinTrudeau #CanadaDay pic.twitter.com/TazXFNP2mQ — Jason Davidson (@jmdavidson3) July 1, 2018