Your World Tonight

Join Olivia Stefanovich, a CBC News reporter in Timmins, and Rafi Boudjikanian, who covers Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre in Ottawa, as they dive into the heated final weeks of the federal campaign. They discuss the controversial tactics employed by the Liberal party and the struggles undecided voters face. The duo also explores how Canadian tourism is dwindling due to political tensions, impacting New York businesses. Additionally, they shed light on the loneliness of Hong Kong's seniors as their families relocate, revealing critical social challenges.

Marina von Stackelberg, a CBC News reporter covering the federal election campaign, shares insights on key topics. She discusses the recent exemption of electronics from U.S. tariffs, providing potential relief to American consumers. The podcast also highlights a trend where Canadian students are reconsidering U.S. education amidst rising tensions. Additionally, listeners learn about a Scottish peat bog recently designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, with hopes of reversing historical environmental damage. The conversation is lively and thought-provoking!

GM has laid off hundreds at its Ingersoll plant due to sluggish electric van sales, raising concerns over U.S.-China trade tensions and their impact on local jobs. Municipal leaders are pushing for urgent climate action, worried about its absence in the federal election campaign. Meanwhile, the NDP faces potential losses in party status. International negotiations are underway to reduce emissions from cargo ships, and a fresh carbon pricing deal aims to support low-income nations grappling with climate change challenges.

Katie Simpson, a CBC News correspondent based in Washington, discusses the escalating U.S.-China trade war, highlighting new tariff pledges and their impact on global markets. She also addresses a troubling rise in measles cases in Canada, stressing the importance of vaccinations. Travel from Canada to the U.S. has plummeted, spurred by anger over tariffs and security fears. Additionally, Simpson touches on the political dynamics in Canada, with party leaders crafting campaign promises amidst these challenging times.

Donald Trump's surprising tariff changes escalate tensions with China, impacting the stock market. Meanwhile, a proposed bail reform by the Conservative Party stirs constitutional debates in Canada. The rise in asylum seekers from the U.S. highlights the effects of American immigration policy on neighboring countries. The episode also touches on the urgent need for skilled tradespeople in Canada and discusses rising humanitarian crises, including the situation in Gaza.

The stock market continued its volatility today as the Trump administration said that new tariffs would go into effect at midnight. With the economic uncertainty, the administration faced new questions about their trade policy.And: Talks between Iran and the US will begin this weekend. This after a surprise announcement of negotiations by President Trump yesterday.Also: Dire wolves have been extinct for thousands of years. But now an American biotech company says it has resurrected the species. Not everyone is convinced.Plus: The Conservative campaign is having huge rallies — will this translate into votes, the NDP is fighting for political survival — will a change in strategy boost its electoral chances, the Liberal campaign travels to Alberta, and more.

Donald Trump issued a new ultimatum to China on tariffs as the stock market backlash to the president’s trade action continued. Monday trading kicked off with a rollercoaster ride on worldwide markets and the day ended with further losses across the board, including the price of crude oil which hit a new low. Federal party leaders all addressed the economic uncertainty on the campaign trail, with Liberal Leader Mark Carney saying the risk of recession in the United States has gone up “significantly” and it will have an impact on the Canadian economy. And this is a special edition of Your World Tonight. We are in Alberta, exploring the issues that matter to Albertans in this federal election campaign and how those feelings could shape the national conversation.

As the White House justifies its economy-shaking moves on tariffs yesterday, Its sending some messaging that some say is contradictory and confusing. We'll also take a look at how the Canadian auto and lumber industries are dealing with tariffs.Also: Israel is admitting its soldiers made mistakes in the killing of 15 paramedics in southern Gaza two weeks ago. It comes as new cell phone video retrieved from one of the medics appears to contradict Israeli assertions that their vehicles had no lights or markings.And: History was made on the ice today - with Alexander Ovechkin breaking Wayne Gretzky's 31-year goal-scoring record. He scored his 895th career goal, becoming the top goal scorer in N-H-L history.Plus: Protests over French far-right politician Marine Le Pen, Conservatives target NDP seats in B.C., Inside Egypt's new capital, and more

U.S. President Donald Trump's most sweeping tariffs to date are now in effect. Ten percent across the board tariffs kicked in at midnight, targeting almost all U.S. imports except for those from Canada or Mexico. It's a measure that could trigger retaliation from all corners of the world.Also: British Columbia is proving to be a volatile battleground for the parties in this federal election. It all could amount to many seats changing colours on election night, including two held by party leaders.And: Northwest Angle is a small community in Minnesota - part of the U.S., but surrounded by Canada on three sides. We'll take you there to hear what its residents have to say about the new tension between the two countries.Plus: Worldwide protests against U.S. tariffs, how U.S. aid cuts could affect the spread of HIV in Africa, one B.C. city buys a medical clinic, and more.

Donald Trump’s unprecedented global trade war is leading to historic losses on financial markets. Trillions of dollars have been wiped out, while new data shows the Canadian economy lost thousands of jobs last month.And: Ontario continues to struggle through the aftermath of a massive ice storm.Also: A Canadian woman detained by U.S. border agents tells her story.Plus: Battleground Quebec, candidates dropped, competing visions for the CBC and more.