'Emotional Support Canadians' Is Still Trending & Now Animals Are Helping Out

Puppies and kitties are on hand! 🐶🐱

US Election: 'Emotional Support Canadians' Is Still Trending & Now Animals Are Involved

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Managing Editor, Canada

As Americans anxiously await the results of the U.S. election, Canadians online are offering their support.

Using the phrase “emotional support Canadians,” thousands of Canucks offered words of advice and comfort to their southern neighbours.

At the same time, thousands of U.S. Twitter-users called out to request their own “emotional support Canadian.”

In the early hours of Wednesday morning, with no election result in sight, Canada’s animals have now come to the rescue.

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Beginning on Tuesday evening, and through until Wednesday morning, Canadians offered up photos and videos of their furry friends to show their support.

All sorts of adorable and fluffy faces flooded Twitter, including dogs, cats, rabbits and more.

There was photos of polar bears, pigs and even raccoons, accompanied with sweet messages from those offering to be an "emotional support Canadian."

While there's still no result in sight, it's hard not to feel better after all that, eh?

Helena Hanson
Managing Editor
Helena Hanson (she/her) is the Managing Editor of Canada for Narcity and MTL Blog, where she brings her expertise in dreamy, aspirational travel journalism to life. A first-class graduate of Cardiff University's School of Journalism, Helena has a passion for inspiring readers to discover the magic in their own backyards. Originally from the U.K., Helena has spent years uncovering hidden gems and must-see destinations across countries like Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Indonesia, Japan, and more. Having lived in both Canada and Australia, she's become a seasoned expert in off-the-beaten-path adventures and bucket-list experiences that don't break the bank. Whether she's writing about things to do in Ottawa, Montreal, or her favourite spot—Disney World—Helena hopes to leave readers dreaming of their next adventure.