Apple Renames Lake Ontario to Lake America Following Trump’s Executive Order
Apple has renamed Lake Ontario as Lake America on its maps service app for US-based users, in response to a directive from US President Donald Trump. This change is part of a trade dispute between the US and Canada, which led to Trump’s executive order and subsequent tariffs on Canadian goods.
Canadian officials have already placed new signs at the lake, affirming its name as Lake Ontario, while Apple’s change only applies to US users. The BBC has reached out to Apple for further comment.
This move follows a similar one by Google, which also renamed the lake for US users. The decision sparked a social media backlash, as Canada responded to the US tariffs with its own countermeasures, promising to implement "dollar for dollar" counter-tariffs.
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s office had ended trade negotiations, citing what they termed as unacceptable demands from the US. Carney has criticized Washington’s negotiating approach, suggesting discussions can resume once the US becomes more serious.
In summary, Apple’s decision to rename Lake Ontario is a significant development in the ongoing trade dispute between the US and Canada, reflecting the political tensions between the two nations.
