Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the creative response of Canadians to the 35% tariff imposed by the Trump administration on Canadian goods, highlighting the rise of a symbolic hat that became a political statement and a tool for protest against U.S. policies [1][3][4]. Group 1: Economic Impact - The imposition of tariffs by the Trump administration significantly impacted the Canadian economy, particularly in Ontario's manufacturing and forestry sectors, which heavily rely on exports to the U.S. [3][15]. - The hat's sales surged, with online sales exceeding 20,000 CAD (approximately 100,000 RMB) within two hours, ultimately reaching tens of thousands of units sold [10][11]. Group 2: Political Symbolism - A small startup in Ottawa created the hat as a medium for protest, inspired by the "MAGA" hat, featuring the slogan "CANADA IS NOT FOR SALE" [6][10]. - The hat quickly became a national symbol, with Ontario Premier Doug Ford wearing it during a high-level meeting, which led to a spike in online orders and social media attention [8][10]. Group 3: Cultural Significance - The hat transcended its original purpose, becoming a cultural symbol of unity among Canadians against perceived U.S. bullying, regardless of political affiliation [17][18]. - The success of the hat led to its adoption in political campaigns, with Ford's team purchasing over 278,910.71 CAD (approximately 1.55 million RMB) worth of hats for distribution during the election [11][15].