Your World Tonight U.S. stops trade talks with Ottawa, Iran official in Canada, Portage & Main reopens, and more
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Jun 27, 2025 Tensions rise as the U.S. halts trade talks with Canada, fueled by disputes over a tax on big tech. A controversial Iranian official arrives in Canada, raising human rights concerns. After nearly 50 years, Winnipeg’s iconic intersection Portage and Main reopens to pedestrians. Meanwhile, the Toronto Raptors part ways with a key figure amid management shifts, and excitement builds for the first major eSports event in Canada, the Call of Duty League Championship. Tune in for a whirlwind of political and cultural updates!
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Trump Halts Trade Talks
- U.S. President Donald Trump halted trade talks with Canada over its tax on big tech companies.
- He sees economic leverage over Canada but expresses reluctance to use it unless provoked.
Canada's Digital Tax Impact
- Canada's digital services tax imposes 3% on digital revenues over $20 million, impacting giants like Amazon and Google.
- This tax prompted U.S. retaliation, escalating longstanding disputes in tech trade policies.
Iranian Officials in Canada
- Former Iranian regime officials, despite bans, are living openly in Canada, creating security concerns.
- The government has revoked 130 visas but removed only one such official so far, raising enforcement questions.