CTV National News for Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026: Trump chastises PM Carney for his speech at WEF

U.S. President Donald Trump is withdrawing his invitation to Prime Minister Mark Carney to join the American-led Board of Peace; How PM Mark Carney's speech could affect trade talks with the U.S. after being criticized by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick; Coming off the heels of his acclaimed speech in Davos, Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered another speech defending Canadian values.

A look at U.S. President Donald Trump's response to Prime Minister Mark Carney's speech, which called for unity among middle-power nations; A break down of U.S. President Donald Trump’s address at the World Economic Forum and the possible deal struck between Trump and NATO on Greenland;  The divide over Canada's trade deal with China, as it could impact industries across Canada in both positive and negative ways.

Mike Le Couteur has more on the balancing act for Canada as it looks to support Greenland while U.S. President Donald Trump issues new tariffs on EU countries; Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports on PM Mark Carney's arrival in Davos for the World Economic Forum, where U.S. President Donald Trump is the topic of conversation; Heather Wright reports a warning from doctors in Canada that the country's health-care system could collapse if a major emergency occurs during the World Cup.

Prime Minister Mark Carney visits Qatar to strengthen bilateral ties; European leaders push back against U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff threats over Greenland; Prince Edward Island is seeing strong population growth, but housing and health services are struggling to keep pace; and more.

New reactions from the automotive industry and car enthusiasts as Canada strikes a landmark deal with China; canola tariffs added pressures to an already difficult growing year, but the new trade agreement could spark hope for the future; PM Mark Carney is currently meeting with Qatari officials as Canada continues to diversify trade away from the U.S.; and more.

Rachel Aiello reports on the strong, mixed reaction from officials back in Canada following the announcement of Canada’s new trade deal with China; Joy Malbon has more on U.S. President Donald Trump's reaction to the Canada-China trade deal and the growing concern from NATO over the U.S. push for Greenland; Heather Wright looks at the political fallout over Canada dropping its 100 per cent tariff on Chinese EVs and how it will impact the market and consumers.

Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports on a new era of relations between Canada and China after signing new agreements to boost exports between the two countries; Heather Wright looks at the chaotic travel conditions in central Canada after a nasty winter storm causes road closures and major flight delays across the country; Despite a national decline in home sales in 2025, experts are forecasting a slight rebound in 2026, thanks to first-time homebuyers. Abigail Bimman explains.

Heather Wright examines Canada’s Arctic defences and how vulnerable the country is to U.S. President Donald Trump’s annexation plans; Vassy Kapelos weighs in on whether Canada will once again deal with a national unity crisis following Quebec Premier Francois Legault's resignation; A historical Indigenous site in Alberta is receiving new attention after being referenced in the hit show 'The Pitt.' Tyson Fedor has the details.

Abigail Bimman discusses Canada’s top priorities ahead of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s trip to China and the potential challenges that could arise; Scott Hurst breaks down Canadian Transportation Authority reports for 2025, from vaping on board to uttering threats and even indecent exposure; Heather Wright looks at the ongoing concerns from a member of the diaspora in Canada following U.S. President Donald Trump's latest comments.

Abigail Bimman breaks down Prime Minister Mark Carney's trip to China this week and what Canadians can expect as the country looks to diversify trade; Mike Le Couteur has more on the Iranian regime's killing of hundreds of protesters and the mounting concerns in Canada from members of the diaspora; Adrian Ghobrial looks at the data that suggests Canadians feel crime is up in their communities, despite the crime rates being lower than previous years.