Canada–U.S. Trade & Infrastructure: Prime Minister Mark Carney says the Gordie Howe International Bridge may open later than planned, after Trump threatened to block it—Friday’s ribbon-cutting is set, but traffic timing could slip. Monetary Policy: The Bank of Canada held its policy rate at 2.25% for a fifth straight meeting, citing weak growth, rising inflation from higher energy prices, and a “dilemma” as it tries to avoid persistent inflation. Housing Costs: StatCan data shows asking rents easing in many metros, with notable drops in Toronto, Montréal, Vancouver and Ottawa–Gatineau. Telecom Regulation: Canada’s telecom-TV complaints watchdog (CCTS) reports most audited providers still fall short on public awareness rules. AI & Legal Services: A new report warns AI search tools are creating a “visibility gap” for Canadian law firms that don’t show up in AI-driven summaries. Business Expansion: CanAssistance and Desjardins announce a major 10-year strategic partnership, including CanAssistance’s acquisition of Assistel. Energy Markets: Woodfibre LNG’s CEO says global buyers are increasingly viewing Canada as a stable LNG supplier. Cyber Risk: Norton Rose Fulbright’s midyear survey finds cybersecurity and data privacy disputes are rising across major Canadian-linked sectors. Investment Climate: Canada ranks second globally for foreign direct investment confidence in 2026, behind the U.S. Local Business & Tourism: Banff is considering higher business licence fees for B&Bs to reflect their commercial impact on housing supply.