Peter Van Driel
ON THE RECORD · 4 verbatim quotes · every quote source-verified
“I want to see us explore EU partnerships for positive reasons,”
Peter Van Driel · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-19
Van Driel cautioned against pursuing closer EU ties merely as a reaction to Washington, urging exploration of partnerships for positive reasons.
“not being a good partner”
Peter Van Driel · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-19
Van Driel said there was little point trying to please a US administration that was not being a good partner.
“sort of in between”
Peter Van Driel · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-19
Van Driel, whose father is Dutch Canadian and who previously lived in Germany, described Canada as culturally between Europe and the United States.
“We’re not as generous as Europe, but more generous than the States,”
Peter Van Driel · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-19
Van Driel compared Canada's generosity in policies like healthcare and parental leave to Europe and the United States.