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 led in some way to reciprocate the Canadian preference. That would lead us into the heart of the Fiscal Problem, which would demand a paper to itself. Besides, the almost unanimous attitude of Canadians is that this is a question which must be left to Great Britain itself. They are glad that it is leading their kinsfolk at home to take a larger interest in the questions of the Empire and the elements of Imperial well-being and progress.

What is sometimes referred to in Canada as British inertia in the field of action is, however, of little account, after all, alongside of the increased feeling of kindliness and brotherhood which is the fruit of closer relations and better knowledge. Canada is much more to England nowadays than a 'few acres of snow,' a land with an arctic temperature sheeted in perpetual ice! Improved communications and the spread of information are doing their work. Recognition should be made here of the efforts put forth at home by such organizations as the Victoria League, the League of the Empire, and others. Under such influences the type of Briton will soon entirely disappear that goes on stolidly affixing a 2½d. stamp to his letters, with the direction, 'Canada, U.S.A.'!

As it is desirable to be quite definite under this head, a series of statements is here made which, it is hoped, will find general acceptance. The important issue of a contribution to Imperial Defence will be dealt with in the concluding section.

1. It may be said, to begin with, that Canada serves the Empire by preserving and continuing the tradition of loyalty, and that her readiness to remain in partnership is an undoubted source of prestige, as well as of military advantage. Especially, in view of her now rapid growth in wealth, population, and national spirit, the Dominion may be said to be adding daily to the resources of the Empire.