Your World Tonight (CBC) – November 28, 2025

Episode: Pipeline Politics, Trump Crackdown on Immigration, Is “Buy Canadian” Over? And More

Hosts: Stephanie Skenderas, Susan Bonner

Episode Overview

This episode takes listeners through the day's major stories, featuring in-depth coverage of Canada’s new pipeline deal and its political fallout, a deadly shooting involving a National Guard member fueling renewed U.S. immigration crackdowns, rising global measles cases, the debate over “Buy Canadian” sentiment amid Black Friday shopping, and shakeups in the live entertainment ticketing industry. The podcast offers context and expert analysis from a Canadian perspective.

1. Pipeline Politics and Federal-Provincial Tensions

[00:40–07:52]

Key Discussion Points:

• New Alberta-Ottawa Pipeline Deal:

  • Alberta and the federal government signed an MOU to fast-track a pipeline to Canada’s Pacific coast. In exchange for federal support, Alberta will increase its industrial carbon price, lower methane emissions, and support carbon capture and storage.
  • The deal was controversial from the outset, triggering a resignation from former Heritage Minister Stephen Gilbeau and skepticism within Alberta’s United Conservative Party (UCP).
  • Quote (Kate McKenna): “This week, the Carney government surprised many of its own MPs with details in a new deal with Alberta.” [02:42]

• Internal and External Opposition:

  • Within the Liberal Party:
    • Stephen Gilbeau’s resignation signals division over the rollback on environmental regulations.
  • Within Alberta's UCP:
    • Premier Danielle Smith faces heavy skepticism selling the deal to party members.
    • Party members voice long-standing distrust of Ottawa and fears the agreement is just “theater.”
    • Quote (UCP Member): “It feels like theater to me. Alberta is never going to be valued.” [05:46]
  • In British Columbia:
    • BC Premier David Eby says his province was not properly consulted, despite being mentioned in the deal.
    • BC government remains anxious, noting the pipeline “has no route, it has no funding. There is no company that is advocating for it.” [04:20]
  • Federal Conservative Division:
    • Pierre Poilievre, federal Conservative leader, casts doubt on the pipeline’s prospects, suggesting it may “be built in the year never.” [07:01]
    • Alberta MP Stephanie Kucey sides with Smith over her own party leader: “If the premier’s happy, I’m happy.” [07:23]

Notable Moments:

• Political Fallout:
  • The pipeline deal highlighted sharp divides in both the federal Liberal and Conservative parties and set up further conflict with BC and Indigenous groups.
  • The success of the agreement rests on whether the plan materializes by Canada Day and if it can bridge divides or deepen them.

2. U.S. Immigration Crackdown after National Guard Shooting

[07:52–12:10]

Key Discussion Points:

• Incident & Political Response:

  • The killing of National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom by an Afghan national (granted asylum in April) in Washington, D.C. sparks political backlash.
  • Former President Donald Trump seizes on the incident, vowing to impose a “permanent pause” on migration from “third world countries" without specifying which ones.
  • The Administration orders a full-scale review of green cards for immigrants from “countries of concern.”

• Contested Blame:

  • Trump blames the Biden administration:
    • Quote (Donald Trump): “Because they let him in. Are you stupid?...” [10:34]
  • Critics call out both administrations for using the tragedy politically.
  • The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights voices concern for the rights of migrants.
    • Quote (UN’s Jeremy Lawrence): “All states regardless have human rights obligations.” [11:14]

Notable Segment:

• Victim’s Family’s Reaction:
  • The emotional toll and confusion are palpable as friends and family come to terms with Beckstrom’s death:
    • Quote (Adam Carr): “Kind of, kind of in shock.” [09:30]

3. West Bank Killings: Israeli Forces Under Scrutiny

[12:10–15:01]

Key Discussion Points:

• Incident Details:

  • Two Palestinian men are shot dead by Israeli security forces in Jenin, West Bank after emerging and surrendering post-standoff—a killing caught on video.
  • Israeli police say the men were wanted terrorists; families and human rights groups dispute necessity of lethal force.

• International Condemnation:

  • The United Nations condemns the incident as an “apparent summary execution.”
    • Quote (UN’s Jeremy Lawrence): "We are appalled by the brazen killing by Israeli border police yesterday…" [13:46]
  • Human rights groups criticize the Israeli investigative process as ineffective.
    • Quote (Sarit Mekhale, B’Tselem): “It’s absolutely clear that the Israeli investigative mechanism is unwilling and unable to hold Israeli forces accountable…” [14:28]

Context:

• Over 1,000 Palestinians killed in the West Bank since October 2023; Israel says it is investigating.

4. Ukraine: Resignation Amid Corruption Probe

[15:01–15:54]

• News Brief:
  • Andrei Yermak, chief of staff to President Zelenskyy, resigns following a corruption raid.
  • Investigation points to a broader anti-corruption push as kickbacks and money-laundering snare top officials.

5. Measles on the Rise – WHO Warns of Setback

[15:54–18:31]

Key Discussion Points:

• Resurgence of Measles:

  • WHO reports major progress against measles since 2000, but cases are surging due to vaccine hesitancy (rich countries) and lack of access (developing countries, conflict zones).

• Canada’s Situation:

  • Despite strong healthcare, Canada loses measles elimination status amid growing outbreaks and misinformation.
    • Quote (Dr. Brian Ward, McGill): “The vaccine preventable diseases are less dangerous when people are well nourished…but that doesn't mean they're not dangerous.” [17:11]
  • Quote (Dr. Ann Marie Pegg, MSF): “There have been times when we've actually lost shipments of vaccines because of transport delays…” [17:59]

6. Live Event Ticketing: Olivia Dean vs. Ticketmaster

[18:31–21:34]

Key Discussion Points:

• Artist-Led Pushback:

  • UK singer Olivia Dean takes public aim at Ticketmaster and parent Live Nation for exorbitant resale prices, calls them “vile.”
  • After her intervention, Ticketmaster agrees to cap resale prices for her tour and refund impacted fans.
    • Quote (Olivia Dean via Liz Duff): “Protecting the ability for fans to get in the door is a way we protect art…” [19:31]

• Industry Change:

  • FTC and UK regulators move to crack down on ticketing abuses.
  • Academics recommend nominative/ID tickets to prevent bulk resales.
    • Quote (Prof. Pascal Cordy, UVic): “Only the person who buy a ticket can attend the venue…” [20:39]

7. Extortion Task Force in BC

[21:34–22:21]

• Government Response:
  • Ottawa and BC announce $4 million for a new joint-police task force to combat criminal gang extortion and $1 million in victim support.
    • Quote (Public Safety Minister Gary Ananda Sangaree): “We all have a right to live and work in safe communities free from threats and intimidation.” [21:55]
  • Over 100 incidents reported in BC in 2025, often targeting the South Asian community.

8. Black Friday and the “Buy Canadian” Question

[22:21–26:13]

Key Discussion Points:

• Canadian Consumer Habits:

  • Despite retailers’ “Buy Canadian” campaigns, Black Friday shopping is in full swing and price remains the primary factor for consumers.
  • Two-thirds of businesses report no sales increase in Canadian-made goods.

• Expert Insights:

  • Quote (Francois Neville, McMaster): “…that emotional motivation...is not quite as strong as it might have been a few months ago.” [24:12]
  • Canadians are under economic pressure and increasingly prioritize deals over national loyalty.
    • Quote (Sean McCormick, Mineris): “If it represents an opportunity for a Canadian to save money right now, there is a high probability that those Canadians are going to close the deal.” [24:56]
  • Black Friday expected to be the biggest shopping day of the year, blending Canadian spending into American traditions.

9. Ontario Windstorm Uncovers Lake Erie Shipwreck

[26:13–28:13]

• Quirky Local Story:
  • Extreme winds lower Lake Erie’s water, uncovering a mysterious shipwreck near Kingsville, Ontario.
  • Local diver Matt Vermette discovers the remains, speculated to belong to a ship sunk over 100 years ago.
    • Quote (Matt Vermette): “When the water goes out that far, you’re bound to find something...that’s definitely a shipwreck.” [26:43]
  • Locals rush to see the uncovered wreck, but water quickly returns and hides it again—a fleeting glimpse into history.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• “The deal is signed. Now it’s time to sell it. But it won’t be easy...”
  — Stephanie Skenderas [00:46]

• “If you're a conservative in this province...there is a right for skepticism.”
  — Colin Achison [06:03]

• “Because they let him in. Are you stupid?...”
  — Donald Trump [10:34]

• “It's a brutal and hideous incident...It's a crime because he surrendered. Why did they kill him?”
  — Rula Abdallah, wife of one of the men killed in the West Bank [13:28]

• “There have been times when we’ve actually lost shipments of vaccines because of transport delays...”
  — Dr. Ann Marie Pegg [17:59]

• “Protecting the ability for fans to get in the door is a way we're protecting art…”
  — Liz Duff, on behalf of Olivia Dean [19:31]

• “If it represents an opportunity for a Canadian to save money right now there is a high probability that those Canadians are going to close the deal.”
  — Sean McCormick, Mineris [24:56]

Structure & Flow

Each story stands alone but collectively forms a comprehensive narrative of a day in national and international news as experienced by Canadians. The tone is factual, empathetic, and at times, gently skeptical—staying true to CBC’s signature balanced reporting.

For full episode context and original voices, listening is recommended, but this summary offers a thorough account of all core topics and key moments.