Apple and Google have renamed Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' in response to President Trump's executive order. The change affects U.S. users, while Canadian users continue to see 'Lake Ontario.' The move highlights growing tensions between the U.S. and Canada over trade and geopolitical issues.
Apple confirmed the name change for U.S. users following a decision by Alphabet to update Google Maps. The change aligns with Trump's order, which applies to U.S. federal usage but does not affect Canadian or international naming conventions. The lake's name was also changed to 'Gulf of America' for the Gulf of Mexico in 2025.
A majority of Americans oppose Trump's decision to rename Lake Ontario, with 63% of respondents in a Reuters/Ipsos poll opposing the change. The move comes as Trump continues to impose tariffs on Canadian goods, further straining relations between the two countries.
Canadian officials have rejected the name change, stating it is over 400 years old and not intended to be altered. New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney have both expressed opposition to the renaming, emphasizing the historical and geographical significance of the lake.