Chris in the system that the US in the protector of, yes, we are the ones who needs Canadian natural resources. We are perfectly happy to let markets control the supply/demand.
The current model of globalism helps Canada - but remember this is the US system. It is one we built, protect and have expanded. If it comes to a crisis point, which I do not see in our lifetimes - but there is a chance it will happen - a new system could replace globalism.
I am not sure you pray, but if you do put in a word of thanks to your neighbors in the north who created a system, and protects it so you can live peacefully and successfully.
Oh, and your welcome!