Your World Tonight U.S. border photos, Port expansion questions, agri tourism popularity, and more.
Dec 26, 2025
Join Kathleen Petty, a Canadian political broadcaster, as she analyzes Alberta politics and major events shaping the province. Sophia Harris delves into the new U.S. facial biometrics rule and its impact on Canadian travelers, raising concerns about privacy. Eli Glasner discusses the controversial expansion plans for the Port of Montreal, sparking local debates on its necessity. Meanwhile, Kyle Bax highlights the agritourism boom, showcasing farmers turning grain bins into cozy accommodations. Yasmin Raneja shares fascinating insights into cooperative foraging behavior between orcas and dolphins!
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Surprise Photo At U.S. Departure
- Warren Chappelle described being photographed at Cleveland airport without warning and feeling ambushed by the experience.
- Sophia Harris reports the U.S. now mandates non-U.S. citizens be photographed at international departures, removing prior choice for visiting Canadians.
Facial Biometrics Expand At U.S. Borders
- The U.S. is expanding facial biometrics across arrivals and departures and aims to photograph travelers by all transport modes, with land border vehicle photo tech by 2026.
- Lawyers warn the rollout could cause major logistical delays and deter Canadians from travelling to the U.S.
Alberta's Turbulent Political Year
- Alberta politics in 2025 saw a major federal-provincial MOU on a pipeline and widespread recall petition activity, creating political turbulence even if recalls are unlikely to unseat many MLAs.
- Kathleen Petty notes the pipeline faces legal, Indigenous and funding hurdles, while recalls and referendum pushes add persistent distraction.