Amid Trade Tensions, Americans Visiting Gander for 9/11 Distance Themselves From Their President

Visiting NL Town That Hosted Diverted Planes on 9/11, US Envoy Says He’s Putting Trade Tensions Aside

U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra listens to a panel at the Ottawa Conference on Defence and Security, in Ottawa on March 4, 2026. (The Canadian Press/Justin Tang)

Amid trade tensions, Americans visiting Gander for 9/11 distance themselves from their president

Americans who were stranded in Gander following the 9/11 terrorist attacks 25 years ago are distancing themselves from their political leadership as they gather in Newfoundland and Labrador for anniversary events.

Gander welcomed Americans in 2001. Now, U.S.-Canada tensions hit home

As Gander honors lifelong friendships with Americans that grew out of Sept. 11, 2001, a strong undercurrent of hurt, disappointment and anger cannot be ignored.

Gander’s 9/11 heroism faces pressure as US-Canada trade war impacts anniversary plans – Mix Vale

As the Newfoundland town of Gander prepares to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, a complex emotional landscape is emerging, shaped by both profound historical pride and contemporary geopolitical friction. The community, celebrated globally for its extraordinary compassion in sheltering thousands of stranded airline passengers, now finds its commemorative efforts […]