World Report December 3: Wednesday's top stories in 10 minutes
Dec 3, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney is determined to overhaul the First Nations child welfare system after prolonged disputes. In Washington, public hearings are underway assessing the implications of the Canada-US-Mexico trade pact. Newfoundland and Labrador faces scrutiny for its hesitance to adopt a federal pharmacare initiative. Meanwhile, NATO underlines the urgency of supporting Ukraine against Russia. The search for the elusive Malaysian flight MH370 is set to resume, and a rare Mercedes-Benz linked to a Canadian fugitive has been seized. Actor Mike Smith is also set to face court regarding serious allegations.
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Push For Lasting Child Welfare Reform
- Mark Carney vows to reform the First Nations child welfare system after nearly two decades of litigation.
- Chiefs and advocates are also crafting a competing proposal to be discussed at the Assembly of First Nations.
Pharmacare Stalled Without Provincial Push
- Newfoundland and Labrador hasn't joined the federal Pharmacare Act despite potential savings and coverage gains.
- Local advocates say provincial initiative, not federal readiness, must drive joining the program.
Strengthen Ukraine To Pressure Russia
- NATO says strengthening Ukraine militarily and maintaining sanctions are key to pressuring Russia.
- Allies are urged to keep weapon flows and sanctions effective to sustain Ukraine's resistance.