Carney’s European speech, Stellantis negotiations, deepfakes of doctors, and more
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Carney’s European speech, Stellantis negotiations, deepfakes of doctors, and more

B2Upper-intermediateSeptember 17, 202627 min

The Prime Minister is pitching European lawmakers on a deeper alliance with the EU. The idea has its critics on both sides of the Atlantic. And it’s the clearest sign yet of where Canada is placing its bets as the trade war with Washington drags on. And: The union representing some 9,000 workers in Ontario urges Stellantis not to sell off its Brampton plant, calling it a symbol of Canada's entire auto industry. Also: During the pandemic, many Canadian doctors became household names like Canada’s former top doctor Ther...

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We are looking for partnerships that are complementary that reinforce our sovereignty. And that's what is on offer here. I've been waiting for these stronger ties, I would say, with our Canadian brothers for such a long time.

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