Apple Changes Name of Lake Ontario to "America Lake" on Maps

Analysis & Context

From an analytical perspective, this change in the geographical naming reflects the role of large technology companies in implementing government policies. In a broader context, such changes in geographical naming may be part of efforts to affirm national or nationalistic identity. Lake Ontario, located on the border between Canada and the United States, is one of the sites of geographical and cultural significance, and modifying its name raises questions about the impact it could have on international relations and national identity.