Your World Tonight PR for foreign doctors, Air Transat strike looming, social media ban for kids, and more
Dec 8, 2025
Helena Mahalik, a CBC reporter focused on healthcare, discusses the Canadian federal government's plan to fast-track permanent residency for foreign-trained doctors, aimed at improving access to primary care. Clara Pasika, another CBC reporter, dives into a troubling story about a suspected hate crime in a Toronto seniors' building involving stolen mezuzahs. Additionally, the looming Air Transat pilots' strike threatens travel plans, and Australia introduces a controversial ban on social media for kids, sparking global interest.
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Holiday Trip Put On Hold By Strike Fears
- Paula Baker booked a Christmas trip and now faces stress and uncertainty over a potential Air Transat pilot strike.
- The airline says flights run as planned but may be canceled if no deal is reached by tomorrow.
Wage Claims Mask Deeper Labour Tensions
- Air Transat offers a large average wage increase but pilots dispute the claim and still seek better terms.
- The dispute highlights labour tensions as airlines try to balance growth, affordability and rising pilot pay demands.
Fast-Track Doctors To Improve Access
- Apply fast-track immigration to keep foreign-trained doctors working in Canada quickly.
- Ensure licensing and clear training pathways so physicians can start seeing patients as soon as possible.