1. Canada ready to resume US trade talks when appropriate

Mark Carney, Canada’s Prime Minister, said that Canada will resume trade discussions with the U.S. “when it’s appropriate,” noting that there is currently no “burning” issue requiring immediate talks with Donald Trump.

Why it matters:

• Canada is seeking reductions in U.S. tariffs on steel, aluminium and autos, and these trade talks were paused after Ontario’s government ran an anti-tariff advertisement. 

• The comments come during the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, signalling Ottawa’s strategic shift from urgent bilateral crisis-management to longer-term trade architecture.

• For Canadians, this points to potential future policy changes affecting jobs in manufacturing, exports and cross-border trade flows.

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2. Canada and India revive 15-year stalled trade negotiations

Canada and India have agreed to formally launch negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) after 15 years, aiming to cover goods, services, investment, agriculture, digital trade and labour mobility. CityNews Toronto+1

Why it matters:

• India is one of Canada’s major potential trade partners; driving two-way trade to about US$50 billion by 2030 is a goal. CFJC Today Kamloops

• The move follows previously stalled talks that were scaled back due to security and foreign-interference concerns involving India. CityNews Toronto+1

• This signals a pivot in Canada’s trade strategy, seeking diversification beyond traditional America-centric supply chains.

Here are some of the top recent headlines from New Brunswick as of November 21, 2025:

1. New agreement with physicians aims to improve primary care access
The provincial government announced a forthcoming four-year deal with the medical society intended to boost access to primary care services in the province.

2. Civilian hailed for assisting RCMP in Moncton arrest
In Moncton, a civilian stepped in during an arrest to help a Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) officer, and the person is being described as “courageous” by police.

3. Softwood pulp purchase halted by Maine mill
A lumber mill in Maine has temporarily stopped buying Canadian-sourced softwood pulpwood from New Brunswick, pointing to tariffs as a reason for the decision.

4. Meanwhile — snowfall and winter-weather warnings in effect
Weather alerts are active across central and northern New Brunswick as snowfall warnings are in place. lakelandtoday.ca+1

Saint John, NB – Tragedy on Loch Lomond Road

A 43-year-old woman has died after being struck by a Saint John Transit bus early Thursday morning.

According to Saint John Police, the collision occurred near the intersection of McDonald Street and Loch Lomond Road. Emergency crews were called in at approximately 6:09 a.m., and the woman was pronounced dead at the scene

The City of Saint John confirmed the vehicle involved was a Saint John Transit bus. In a statement, city officials expressed their condolences to the victim’s family and noted the impact such a loss has on the entire community:

“Our thoughts are with the individual’s family and loved ones during this very difficult time. Incidents like this are difficult for our entire community.”

A section of Loch Lomond Road, between McDonald Street and Courtenay Avenue, remains closed while police continue their investigation.

Authorities are appealing for witnesses or anyone who may have dash-cam or video footage from the area around the time of the crash.  You can contact the Saint John Police Force at 506-648-3333. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.