Apr 27 Watch 8:17 As Trump weighs options, what are the hazards of unwinding NAFTA? By PBS News Hour President Trump has offered tough talk and mixed signals on the future of NAFTA. On Thursday, Mr. Trump said he agreed to give the trade agreement another shot, while leaving open the possibility that the U.S. might yet withdraw if… Continue watching
Apr 25 Watch 7:18 How a tariff on Canadian lumber could backfire on the U.S. By PBS News Hour President Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on some lumber imported from Canada has escalated tensions between the two countries, drawing a firm response from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. William Brangham speaks with The Wall Street Journal's Greg Ip about… Continue watching
Apr 15 Watch 9:18 Amid Trump crackdown, U.S. immigrants head to Canada By PBS News Hour Following President Donald Trump’s executive orders on immigration and recent roundups of undocumented immigrants, a wave of people has crossed the border into Canada, where they believe there is less risk of detention and deportation. NewsHour Weekend Special Correspondent Lisa… Continue watching
Mar 31 More people are entering Canada illegally, but no one knows for sure why By Larisa Epatko Canada, known for setting out the welcome mat for refugees, has attracted hundreds of asylum-seekers over the past few months. These immigrants, mainly from Africa and the Middle East, are entering illegally from the U.S., though the exact reason is… Continue reading
Mar 25 Canada determined to diversify despite Keystone XL approval By Rob Gillies, Associated Press Canada's natural resource minister said his government is happy the Keystone XL pipeline been approved, but that Canada remains determined to diversify its oil exports. Continue reading
Mar 24 Trump approves Keystone XL, calling it 'great day' for jobs By Josh Lederman, Associated Press WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump declared it a "great day for American jobs" on Friday as he formally green-lighted the Keystone XL pipeline, clearing the way for the $8 billion project to finally be completed. Continue reading
Mar 04 Canada minister addresses influx of asylum-seekers from U.S. By Associated Press Canada is enforcing border laws and is willing to put more resources in place to deal with the influx of asylum-seekers from the United States, federal Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale said Saturday… Continue reading
Feb 12 Watch 4:04 Trudeau and Trump to meet for the first time By PBS News Hour Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will meet President Donald Trump for the first time on Monday when he visits the White House and topics like trade, immigration and national security top their agenda. For a preview of the meeting, New… Continue watching
Jan 29 Quebec police report fatalities in mosque shooting By Associated Press Quebec City police say people have died during a shooting at a mosque in the provincial capital. Continue reading
Dec 17 Portraits show the complex, devastating legacy of Canada's residential schools By Corinne Segal A photo series shows the legacy of Canada's residential schools program, which aimed to eliminate the culture of indigenous people. Continue reading