Your World Tonight Ottawa’s auto strategy, Alberta’s judge ultimatum, forever young at the Winter Games, and more
Feb 4, 2026
Helen Pike, CBC correspondent on Alberta politics, explains the province’s threat to withhold judge funding over appointment reforms. David Thornton, CBC reporter on industry, outlines Ottawa’s new auto plan that drops the EV mandate and brings back buyer incentives. They discuss political brinkmanship and shifting federal auto policy in clear, punchy segments.
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Auto Strategy Shifts From Mandates To Incentives
- Ottawa will scrap the EV sales mandate while reviving purchase incentives to support the auto sector.
- The shift favors fuel-efficiency standards and consumer rebates over strict EV quotas to protect jobs amid tariffs.
Government Frames Autos As Economic Engine
- Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne framed the auto sector as a vital economic engine employing hundreds of thousands.
- The government still states a long-term aim toward electrification despite pausing the EV mandate.
Fuel Efficiency Standards Replace EV Quotas
- Ottawa plans to replace an EV quota with tailpipe pollution or fuel-efficiency standards similar to the EU approach.
- Experts warn outcomes depend on policy detail and could still drive high EV uptake if stringent.