In the news today: Carney speaks to EU, Quebec debate heats up, Tims takes flight

In a recent development, Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to address the European Parliament today, aiming to bolster trade and defense bonds with the EU. This comes after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen suggested Canada could become the first "associate member" of the European Union. The EU's position on the term remains uncertain, with Ottawa's ambassador to the EU stating it will take time to agree on a suitable descriptor.

Meanwhile, the prospect of Canada joining the EU has not gone unnoticed by U.S. President Donald Trump, who dismissed the idea as "laughable" and called Canada a "terrible" trading partner. If Canada were to join the EU, Trump hinted at potential retaliation through heavy tariffs on European trade.

In Quebec, party leaders engaged in a heated TV debate, with Coalition Avenir Québec Leader Christine Fréchette challenging Parti Québécois Leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon over his promise of a sovereignty referendum within four years of a PQ government taking office. Fréchette has not yet revealed how she would vote on the referendum, but warned it could destabilize Quebec and harm its economy.

On the energy front, Newfoundland and Labrador politicians are expected to decide today whether to endorse a 50-year deal with Hydro-Québec for sharing energy from Labrador, which could generate over $50 billion in new infrastructure. Meanwhile, Tim Hortons is set to introduce a special inflight "flight roast" on WestJet flights in late November, followed by a potential loyalty program integration in 2027.