Sorry, Not Sorry

Canadian Slang

Definition

An ironic, unapologetic phrase acknowledging something might offend or inconvenience while signaling no real remorse—often riffing on Canada’s apology stereotype.

Examples

"I grabbed the last maple dip at Timmy’s ahead of the line—Sorry, Not Sorry, eh."

"I cranked the Leafs game during Hockey Night in Canada and woke the neighbours—Sorry, Not Sorry."

"I told the tourist to put gravy and cheese curds on those fries—it’s poutine country; Sorry, Not Sorry."