Trade Tensions: Trump’s escalating trade war with Canada is entering a sharper phase, with fresh U.S. tariffs and bans on nearly $1B in Canadian imports raising fears of higher prices and delayed investment in key U.S. battleground states. Arctic Security: U.S. forces are ramping up Arctic readiness with Operation Tundra Merlin, coordinating with Canadian partners as Russia and China loom larger in northern defence planning. First Nations Court Clash: A federal judge says Canada has “shirked its responsibilities” on Manitoba First Nations treaty land debt, scolding Ottawa for decades of delays. Travel Advisory Updates: Global Affairs Canada continues revising destination warnings, including new guidance for Mexico and other popular spots, reflecting how quickly risks can change. Air Ambulance Search: Debris has been found from a missing Hamilton-based medical jet carrying four Canadians, shifting the search off the U.S. coast while crews keep looking for the occupants. Housing Politics: Canada’s housing debate continues to heat up, with a planned parliamentary push to limit rental prices. Local Life: Nanaimo’s long-running MGM Restaurant is closing after 42 years. Immigration Rules: Canada has published new details on debt situations that can block foreigners from sponsoring relatives. International Talks: India and Canada kick off the fifth CEPA negotiation round in Ottawa, aiming for a year-end deal. Public Safety: B’nai Brith Canada renewed calls for an investigation into a U.S. neo-Nazi network after antisemitic materials were found near a Belleville synagogue following a shooting.