NY J01515

Requests Governor Hochul proclaim July 1, 2026, as Canada Day in New York State to recognize the deep economic, historical, cultural, and familial ties between the two regions

New York and Canada share a 445-mile border with 17 international crossings, including three of the top 10 busiest U.S. border crossings and the Peace Bridge (second-busiest overall)

Canada is New York's primary export market, generating $17 billion in exports, over $37 billion in annual bilateral trade, and supporting 1,300+ Canadian-owned companies employing 55,000+ New Yorkers

Highlights the Champlain Hudson Power Express project, which will deliver Quebec hydropower to over one million homes, reduce emissions by 3.7 million metric tons, create 1,400 union jobs, and provide $3.5 billion in economic benefits

Emphasizes shared commitments to defense through NORAD (including the Eastern Air Defense Sector in Rome, NY), public health collaboration, and climate change initiatives