Friendly Windsor-Detroit fireworks impacted by Canada-U.S. trade war

The fireworks display along the Detroit river has been an annual tradition for 60 years, but this time around the political climate between Canada and the U.S. has caused some people to feel a bit "nervous."

The is the first time these friendly fireworks, which took place Monday night, have exploded since the trade war between both countries began.

Colin McConnell lives in Detroit, Mich. and came to Windsor to watch the fireworks for the first time. He tried to recruit friends to come with him, but some were hesitant.

"Because of everything that's going on, they felt that it was something that they were a little nervous about," he said.

"If you say that you're from America, people instantly associate you with him," McConnell said, referring to U.S. President Donald Trump.

However, he said the relationship between Windsor and Detroit is different compared to how Trump talks about Canada.

"We get along so well and I think it's all about love and positivity," he said.

Others brought their entire family over from Michigan to watch the fireworks on Canadian soil for a few reasons.

"The Canadian side; it's more peaceful, it's friendly on this side and they care about each other," said Lindsay Mcclure.

Despite Trump's perception on this side of the border or the political friction, many Canadians are watching with open arms.

Lisa Haidy is a Canadian and has pitched a tent at the river to watch the fireworks with her family for 24 years. She said Americans are always welcome.

"Put the politics aside, bring your family down and enjoy the fireworks. That's what that's about," Haidy said.

Canada's tariffs on U.S. goods for things like beer, whisky and even toilet paper come into effect July 1.

Did you miss Monday's fireworks show? Watch and relive it: