Canada has expressed willingness to discuss trade relations with the United States following former President Trump’s recent announcement of a potential 50% tariff on most goods imported from Canada. This move by Trump represents a significant shift in trade policy and could have substantial economic consequences for both nations. The Canadian government has not yet officially responded with counter-tariffs, opting instead for a diplomatic approach. Simultaneously, in domestic news, both the Socialist Party (PS) and Chega party are advocating for free re-evaluation of national exams. They argue students should not bear the cost of reviewing their test results, especially given recent controversies surrounding the exams themselves. These two issues – international trade and national education – are currently dominating the news cycle.