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This reaction underscores the growing tension between the two neighboring countries.
At the Ottawa Senators game against the visiting Minnesota Wild, fans jeered during "The Star-Spangled Banner," signaling their frustration with the US administration's trade policies.
Similarly, in Calgary, spectators at a Flames game against the Detroit Red Wings voiced their disapproval during the American anthem.
Author and political scientist Ian Bremmer noted on social media that the only other time he's seen Canadians boo the US national anthem was during the Iraq war.
These public displays of dissent come in the wake of President Trump's announcement of a 25 percent tariff on Canadian imports, a move he justified as necessary to address issues like illegal immigration and drug trafficking.
The tariffs have been met with swift retaliation from Canada. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that Canada would impose equivalent tariffs on US goods totaling tens of billions of dollars with the potential to extend them in the coming weeks.
The economic implications of these tariffs are significant. Experts warn that the increased costs could disrupt the integrated supply chains that have been established over decades, particularly in industries like automotive manufacturing.
Consumers on both sides of the border may face higher prices on everyday goods, from groceries to household items.
In the US, concerns are mounting that the tariffs could exacerbate inflation and lead to job losses in industries reliant on cross-border trade.
The booing incidents at hockey games highlight the cultural impact of the escalating trade dispute.
Hockey, a sport cherished in Canada, has become an arena for political expression, reflecting the broader public sentiment.
While some fans see the booing as a patriotic act of protest, others worry it could strain the longstanding camaraderie between Canadian and American fans.
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