Canada–EU Pivot: Mark Carney is pushing to deepen ties with the European Union, with reports floating a new “associate member” status as Ottawa tries to reduce dependence on the U.S.; Ottawa says the WSJ framing overstates what’s happening, but talks are tied to trade-war urgency and include investment, security, data, and labour links. Ukraine Support Finance: Canada is discussing joining the EU’s €90B Ukraine support loan, with a goal of locking in its contribution ahead of the next EU-Canada summit. Trade War Fallout: The U.S. escalated its Canada dispute with bans on Canadian dairy, alcohol, and motorcycles, while Canadians increasingly boycott U.S. products and travel south less. Sovereignty Show of Force: France and Canada plan a symbolic visit to Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon after Trump shared a map suggesting U.S. claims over Canada and French territories. Middle East Trade Restrictions: The UK, France, and Canada announced bans on goods from illegal Israeli settlements, with coalition action targeting settlement-support services. Public Safety & Security: RCMP held its National Memorial Service for fallen members; meanwhile, Toronto is bracing for summit security pressures amid major crowds. Business & Investment: Carney’s Canada Investment Summit is underway, and an AI-focused fund co-led by ex-CPPIB CEO Mark Machin raised US$525M for its first fund.