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Canada, a member of the G7 and NATO, is located in the northern part of North America, with 10 provinces and three territories. The bilingual country — English and French — has the UK's King Charles III as head of state.

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Colored houses in Greenland overlooking icy water.

Colored houses in Greenland overlooking icy water.

What's driving the changing face of Arctic geopolitics?

The Arctic is back in the global spotlight following recent comments from Donald Trump. Why is the region so important?

Donald Trump

Donald Trump

Trump withdraws threat to double tariffs on Canadian metals

The US has withdrawn its threat to double tariffs after Ontario rowed back on plans to hike prices for electricity.

Ontario premier Doug Ford

Ontario premier Doug Ford

Ontario to charge US customers 25% more for electricity

The premier of Canada's most populous province wants to "maximize the pain" on Americans for Trump's proposed tariffs.

Mark Carney is set to become Canada's next prime minister

Mark Carney is set to become Canada's next prime minister

Mark Carney to become Canada's new prime minister

The former central bank governor will have to deal with tariff threats from US President Donald Trump.

US President Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump

Trump confirms Canada, Mexico tariffs to take effect

The 25% tariffs were due to come into effect at 0501 UTC on Tuesday.

Attendees of a summit on ending the war in Ukraine, hosted by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, pose for a family photograph at Lancaster House in central London, United Kingdom.

Attendees of a summit on ending the war in Ukraine, hosted by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, pose for a family photograph at Lancaster House in central London, United Kingdom.

London summit: 'Coalition of the willing' to backup Ukraine

In London, British PM Keir Starmer has hosted a summit with leaders from Europe and Canada on ending the war in Ukraine.

Stern-faced US President Donald Trump holds up an executive order bearing his signature

Stern-faced US President Donald Trump holds up an executive order bearing his signature

German carmakers struggle with looming US tariffs

New US auto tariffs would harm foreign carmakers, international trade – and American consumers, too.

Toronto Pearson Airport, Canada

Toronto Pearson Airport, Canada

Canada: Plane crash injures 18 at Toronto airport

A passenger plane crashes on landing in Toronto, with the 80 passengers possibly narrowly escaping disaster.

US President Donald Trump looks on during a news conference in the Roosevelt Room of the White House, Washington DC, USA, on January 21, 2025

US President Donald Trump looks on during a news conference in the Roosevelt Room of the White House, Washington DC, USA, on January 21, 2025

Will Donald Trump's tariff gamble pay off?

Trump's tariff strategy has forced Mexico, Canada, Colombia and Panama to toe the line. But how long will coercion work?

Canada's former finance minister Chrystia Freeland

Canada's former finance minister Chrystia Freeland

Canada detects China-linked campaign targeting Freeland

Chrystia Freeland is currently in the running to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, come March 9.

Trump's tariffs stoke trade war, inflation fears

Donald Trump's new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China have sent shock waves through financial markets.

General view of the Aztek Technologies plant in Santa Catarina, as a woman walks across the floor

General view of the Aztek Technologies plant in Santa Catarina, as a woman walks across the floor

How will US tariffs affect Mexico's economy?

Analysts say the US tariffs from February 1 will likely deal a heavy blow to Mexico.

The top of the Ambassador Intentional Bridge that connects the US and Canada over the Detroit River

The top of the Ambassador Intentional Bridge that connects the US and Canada over the Detroit River

Trump tariffs: What do they mean for Mexico and Canada?

As Trump has fired the first salvo in his trade war against major trading partners, DW examines their effects.

Annika Morgan upside down in the air on her snowboard

Annika Morgan upside down in the air on her snowboard

Annika Morgan ready to float at X Games

Germany's star snowboarder is looking forward not only to the X Games in Aspen, but also to DJing at the after-party.

Protesters gather outside of the Consulate General of India Office during a protest for the 2023 shooting of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Vancouver

Protesters gather outside of the Consulate General of India Office during a protest for the 2023 shooting of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Vancouver

Why Canada thinks India is behind Sikh leader killing

Ever since Trudeau accused India of orchestrating the murder of Nijjar, the Ottawa-New Delhi ties have soured.

Donald Trump speaks during a US presidential election rally in Johnstown, Pennsylvania on August 30, 2024

Donald Trump speaks during a US presidential election rally in Johnstown, Pennsylvania on August 30, 2024

How Trump's tariffs could take trade wars to next level

The US president has vowed to punish BRICS nations, Mexico, Canada and German carmakers during his second term.

DW to the point | Sendung 16.01.2025 | Totale

DW to the point | Sendung 16.01.2025 | Totale

Foreign Affairs under Trump: Land grabs by the strongest?

What will U.S. foreign policy look like under Trump? And how will it change the world?

The CN tower looms over the Toronto skyline viewed from Toronto Islands, Ontario, Canada, on September 14, 2023

The CN tower looms over the Toronto skyline viewed from Toronto Islands, Ontario, Canada, on September 14, 2023

The 51st US state? How Canada might take on Donald Trump

The North American neighbors have strong economic links, so a trade dispute would have a heavy impact.

A firefighter monitors the flames while defending a mobile home during the Park Fire in California

A firefighter monitors the flames while defending a mobile home during the Park Fire in California

How do we fight wildfires as temperatures rise?

As massive wildfires rage in Los Angeles, DW looks at how strategic burning and adaptive planting can protect forests.

Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau makes an announcement outside Rideau Cottage in Ottawa on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025.

Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau makes an announcement outside Rideau Cottage in Ottawa on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025.

Trudeau to resign as Canada's ruling party leader and PM

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made the announcement amid mounting dissent within his Liberal Party.

Chrystia Freeland speaks with reporters in Ottawa, Canada

Chrystia Freeland speaks with reporters in Ottawa, Canada

Canada finance minister quits after clash with Trudeau

Chrystia Freeland said she clashed with the prime minister on questions of greater tariffs proposed by Donald Trump.

national flags representing the United States, Canada, and Mexico fly in the breeze

national flags representing the United States, Canada, and Mexico fly in the breeze

Mexico and Canada weigh potential fallout of Trump tariffs

Will Donald Trump really put 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico? The move would cause havoc for the key economic partners.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

Trudeau meets Trump to talk trade amid tariff threat

The Canadian prime minister has jetted off to Trump's Florida home to try and get the president-elect's ear.

Butterfly at the Montreal Insectarium in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, October 1, 2024

Butterfly at the Montreal Insectarium in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, October 1, 2024

In Canada, researchers use AI to save the bugs

To slow the mass extinction of species, scientists are employing artificial intelligence to observe insects.

Pat King, with a beard, looks at the camera

Pat King, with a beard, looks at the camera

Canadian 'Freedom Convoy' protest leader found guilty

Pat King was convicted of five charges and could face up to 10 years in jail after a judge said he incited protesters.

An aerial of of Sikh temple Gurdwara Dashmesh Darbar in Brampton, Canada

An aerial of of Sikh temple Gurdwara Dashmesh Darbar in Brampton, Canada

Canada: Three charged over violence at Hindu temple

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau condemned the incident.

Indian Home Minister Amit Shah

Indian Home Minister Amit Shah

Canada: Indian minister plotted to target Sikh separatists

The Indian government has repeatedly denied it was involved in last year's murder of a Canadian Sikh activist.

People make their way through the tunnel after a ceremony ahead of the opening of the century-old Tunnel as a new tourist attraction at at the Niagara Parks Power Station in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

People make their way through the tunnel after a ceremony ahead of the opening of the century-old Tunnel as a new tourist attraction at at the Niagara Parks Power Station in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

Niagara Falls fascinates with thundering water

Niagara Falls, a natural wonder that graces the border between Canada and the US, draws millions of visitors every year.

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau testifies at the Foreign Interference Commission in Ottawa, Ontario, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024.

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau testifies at the Foreign Interference Commission in Ottawa, Ontario, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024.

Trudeau says India violated Canada's sovereignty

Justin Trudeau told a parliamentary inquiry he wasn't looking "to provoke or create a fight with India."

Narendra Modi and Justin Trudeau a year ago at the G20 summit

Narendra Modi and Justin Trudeau a year ago at the G20 summit

Relations between Canada and India hit rock-bottom

Shockwaves are spreading in a major diplomatic standoff after Canada expels Indian officials.

Protesters gather outside of the Consulate General of India Office during a protest on Saturday, June 24, 2023.

Protesters gather outside of the Consulate General of India Office during a protest on Saturday, June 24, 2023.

India should take Canada allegations 'seriously,' US says

Meanwhile, trade between India and Canada appears so far unaffected by the diplomatic spat.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the G20 Summit in New Delhi, India on Sept. 10, 2023

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the G20 Summit in New Delhi, India on Sept. 10, 2023

How Indians see diplomatic tensions with Canada

Ties between India and Canada will only get worse before they improve, Indian foreign policy experts say.

Trudeau: Ermittlungen zu kriminellen Verbindungen nach Indien

Trudeau: Ermittlungen zu kriminellen Verbindungen nach Indien

India-Canada relations hit low point over Sikh killing row

Ties between India and Canada have worsened since Canadian authorities accused Indian agents of being implicated in the murder of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau attends a press conference on October 14, 2024, on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, after Canada expelled six top Indian diplomats, including the country's ambassador.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau attends a press conference on October 14, 2024, on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, after Canada expelled six top Indian diplomats, including the country's ambassador.

Canada's Trudeau tells India: 'This is unacceptable'

Justin Trudeau said police had "clear and compelling evidence" linking Indian officials to crimes including a killing.

Green and pink northern lights in the night sky in Lapland

Green and pink northern lights in the night sky in Lapland

Northern lights deliver colorful night sky spectacle

It's been a good year for fans of the northern lights, with the spectacle especially prominent over Canada and Finland.

Teaser | Don't drink the milk | Staffel 2

Teaser | Don't drink the milk | Staffel 2

Introducing: The Secret Life of Canada

The Secret Life of Canada from CBC Podcasts is a podcast about the country you know and the stories you don't.

Dokumentation | Wir und Ihr - Wohnen

Dokumentation | Wir und Ihr - Wohnen

Housing: A human right or big business?

Housing is a recognized human right in Mexico and Canada.

Instagram introduces teen accounts with restricted features

The platform will also give parents tools to monitor their child's behavior online.

Leon Draisaitl carrying the puck

Leon Draisaitl carrying the puck

Germany's Leon Draisaitl signs record NHL contract

Germany's Leon Draisaitl has signed an eight-year contract extension worth $112 million (€101.5 million).

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador

Mexico freezes relations with US, Canada embassies

The pause in relations comes after their criticism of a plan to overhaul the Mexican judicial system.

Electric cars for export waiting to be loaded on the "BYD Explorer NO.1," a domestically manufactured vessel intended to export Chinese automobiles

Electric cars for export waiting to be loaded on the "BYD Explorer NO.1," a domestically manufactured vessel intended to export Chinese automobiles

Canada to slap 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles

Canada's government says it will impose a 100% tariff on imports of Chinese-made electric vehicles — matching US levies.

Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi holds a large diamond discovered in Botswana at his office in Gaborone on August 22, 2024.

Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi holds a large diamond discovered in Botswana at his office in Gaborone on August 22, 2024.

Botswana unearths world's second-largest diamond

Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi was quick to view and pose with the vast gemstone.

Afrimaxx Magazin | Victoria Falana

Afrimaxx Magazin | Victoria Falana

The musician to go one step further than Burna Boy

Victoria Falana is a musician from Canada with roots that hail all the way to Nigeria.

Three logos of Canada Soccer on a banner

Three logos of Canada Soccer on a banner

Olympics: Canada women's team docked 6 points, stay alive

FIFA deducted six points from Canada's women but they beat France to stay alive in football tournament.

Bev Priestman

Bev Priestman

Canada removes women's soccer coach in drone-spying scandal

Canada's FA has said the team will not pull out of the Olympic tournament, adding the players had done nothing wrong.

An aerial photo shows wildfire smoke rising over Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada on July 24, 2024

An aerial photo shows wildfire smoke rising over Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada on July 24, 2024

Canada: Raging wildfire destroys tourist town

A fast-moving wall of flames descended on the town of Jasper, leaving a path of destruction.

An aerial photo shows wildfire smoke rising over Jasper National Park on Jul 23, 2024.

An aerial photo shows wildfire smoke rising over Jasper National Park on Jul 23, 2024.

Wildfire reaches Canada's Jasper National Park

Firefighters are working to protect an oil pipeline in the Jasper National Park.

A Tu-95 strategic bomber of the Russian Air Force pictured on February 10

A Tu-95 strategic bomber of the Russian Air Force pictured on February 10

US, Canada intercept Chinese and Russian aircraft off Alaska

The planes were in international airspace and not seen as a threat.

A flooded street in Toronto on July 16, 2024.

A flooded street in Toronto on July 16, 2024.

Toronto faces disruptions due to floods after heavy rains

Major highways and transport hubs were shut down due to the deluge.

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DW "Global Us" Sendungslogo Composite

Germany's leaking nuclear waste site — Global Us

A radioactive waste dump in Germany. And the forced sterilization of Indigenous women in Canada.