Your World Tonight Notwithstanding or not? Tariff confusion, new ideas on child obesity, and more
Apr 14, 2025
Canada's party leaders debate using the notwithstanding clause for tougher sentences on convicted criminals. Trump is once again reconsidering trade policies that could impact Canadian workers. Meanwhile, new guidelines on childhood obesity redefine treatment, emphasizing a holistic approach and reducing stigma. As climate change fades from the political spotlight, pressing issues like infrastructure in northern Canada and the housing crisis take center stage. The conversation also touches on the struggles of local businesses in the sports merchandise realm.
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Notwithstanding Clause Debate
- Pierre Poilievre promises to use the notwithstanding clause to enact tougher sentencing for violent criminals.
- Other party leaders express concerns about setting a dangerous precedent.
Bissonnette Case
- Alexandre Bissonnette, convicted of murdering six people in a Quebec City mosque, was sentenced to life with no parole for 40 years.
- The Supreme Court reduced it to 25, ruling that consecutive life sentences were cruel and unusual punishment.
Trump's Tariff Tactics
- Donald Trump considers delaying tariffs on auto parts from Canada and Mexico.
- His ultimate goal remains shifting auto production to the U.S.