Apple Maps has updated the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America in its app for users in the United States, following a directive from U.S. President Donald Trump. This change is part of a broader trade dispute between the U.S. and Canada, which escalated after recent trade negotiations between the two countries failed. The renaming of the lake is symbolic, reflecting the tension between the two nations over trade policies. Users in Canada, however, will still see the lake's original name, Lake Ontario, on their Apple Maps. The change was prompted by an executive order from Trump, issued after the U.S. imposed new 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods. In response, Canada announced it would implement "dollar for dollar" retaliatory tariffs, matching the U.S. measures. The trade dispute has raised concerns about the economic relationship between the two countries, which are close neighbors and major trading partners. This is not the first time a major tech company has made a similar change. Google recently updated its maps to display Lake America for U.S. users, which sparked criticism on social media. The move has been seen as a symbolic gesture aligned with Trump's rhetoric during the trade conflict. However, it has also drawn attention to the impact of political decisions on everyday technology and services. Canada's Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, has criticized the U.S. approach to trade negotiations, with his office stating that discussions can only resume once the U.S. begins "being serious." The Canadian government has withdrawn from ongoing trade talks, citing what it described as "unacceptable demands" from the U.S. side. The situation highlights the complex and sensitive nature of international trade relations, especially between two closely linked economies.