Lake Ontario Renamed to 'Lake America' Under Trump Order

The U.S. government has officially renamed Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' following an executive order from President Donald Trump on August 27, 2026.

The change is reflected in Google Maps, which now displays 'Lake America' to users in the United States. In contrast, Canadian users continue to see 'Lake Ontario,' and users elsewhere may see both names.

The federal designation has sparked a split between official and commercial usage, with New York state and Canada continuing to use the original name. The U.S.-Canada border and territorial rights remain unchanged.