Your World Tonight Trump threatens another tariff on Canada, New rules for Ontario medical residents, Blue Jays lead World Series, and more
Oct 25, 2025
Joining the discussion are Willie Lowry, a CBC correspondent in Jerusalem focused on U.S. reactions in Gaza, Kunle Babs, a CBC reporter in Abuja covering solar innovations fighting food waste in Nigeria, and Philip DeShanock, a sports reporter highlighting the Toronto Blue Jays' World Series win. They delve into the U.S. tariff threats against Canada and Ontario's medical residency policy changes impacting international graduates. Plus, they explore the buzz around the Blue Jays' game and the exciting potential for solar-powered cold rooms transforming food storage in Nigeria.
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Tariff Threat Over Ontario Ad
- Donald Trump threatened a new 10% tariff on Canada in response to an Ontario anti-tariff ad.
- The ad uses an unaltered excerpt of Reagan's 1987 speech but omits contextual parts about reluctant tariffs and free trade.
Seeking New Trade Partners In Asia
- Prime Minister Mark Carney is pushing to finalize a Canada-Asia free trade deal within a year.
- He views Asian markets as vital alternatives amid U.S. trade hostility.
More Economic Pressure On Russia
- Canada and allies are increasing economic pressure on Russia with possible sanctions on oil firms.
- They may use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine's war effort.