Congresswoman Goodlander, State Leaders to Launch September 5-6 Friendship Caravan from Peterborough to Sherbrooke
PETERBOROUGH, NH – A citizen-led caravan will travel from Peterborough to Sherbrooke, Quebec, on September 5-6, 2025, to strengthen the vital partnership between New Hampshire and Canada during this critical time in international politics.
Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander, Executive Councilor Karen Liot Hill, and State Senator Donovan Fenton will launch the mission at a 10:00 AM rally at Peterborough Town Hall on Sept. 5, before participants continue to Quebec. The initiative highlights the $3.15 billion in annual NH-Canada trade, representing nearly 25% of the state’s international commerce.
“This caravan celebrates the enduring friendship between New Hampshire and Canada that has enriched both our communities for over 200 years,” said lead organizer Dan Grosz, an activist and concerned citizen. “New Hampshire citizens overwhelmingly agree that they don’t want to pay higher heating bills next winter or face higher property taxes when state revenues drop.”
Event Schedule
Friday, September 5, 10:00 AM
Kickoff rally at Peterborough Town Hall featuring:
- Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander (NH-02)
- Executive Councilor Karen Liot Hill
- State Senator Donovan Fenton, New England-Canada Business Council member
Saturday, September 6, 10:00 AM
Solidarity celebration at Grand Times Hotel, Sherbrooke, with municipal officials and Canadian Parliament members
Economic Stakes
- $3.15 billion in annual bilateral trade
- 24.9% of New Hampshire’s international commerce
- 13 major NH companies with significant Canadian partnerships
- Thousands of jobs supported by cross-border trade
“I can’t imagine a better neighbor than Canada,” observed participant Thomas Burgess of Peterborough. “And I know Canadian tourists are reluctant to come to New Hampshire because of the recent hostility between our countries.”
“This is about neighbors reaching out to neighbors,” added Terry Reeves of Peterborough. “By making this journey together, we are wanting to express our support for our northern neighbor.”
Over 30 travelers are expected to make the journey to Sherbrooke, showcasing grassroots diplomacy in action.
How to Participate
Register at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_qQ4uk-FAE03uh9ElgAqS-WDVvsYddjBRDetKk199h_vmbg/viewform
Unable to travel? Join the kickoff rally at Peterborough Town Hall on September 5 at 10:00 AM.
It is being organized by the US-Canada Friendship and Solidarity Caravan, a nonprofit organization.