Your World Tonight U.S. Canada trade woes, Hurricane Melissa, Alberta to force teachers back to work, and more
Oct 26, 2025
JP Tasker, a CBC News reporter in Ottawa, discusses the fallout from Trump's latest tariffs on Canada, exploring stalled trade negotiations and Canada’s plans to counter the challenge. Juanita Taylor reports on Nunavut's election, shedding light on challenges like declining voter turnout among youth. Nick Davis shares insights from Jamaica, detailing residents' preparations as Hurricane Melissa approaches, with fears of severe flooding. Together, they cover pressing issues affecting Canada and beyond.
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Trade Tensions Shake Canada-U.S. Ties
- Donald Trump's tariff threats have strained Canada-U.S. trade talks and rattled Canadian business confidence.
- Canadian officials urge diversification and readiness to re-engage while U.S. Congress may block tariffs.
Carney Pushes Rules-Based Trade Pitch
- Mark Carney urged ASEAN partners that Canada values rules-based trade and reliability amid global uncertainty.
- Business leaders warn Canada must act domestically to avoid deeper U.S. frustration on policy issues.
Jamaica Prepares For Hurricane Melissa
- Nick Davis describes Kingston as a nervous 'calm before the storm' with bare supermarket shelves.
- He warns Melissa could stall over Jamaica causing prolonged surges, flooding, and devastation.