Canada–India CEPA: Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu says Canada is “very optimistic” about concluding CEPA talks with India by year-end, with negotiators expected in Canada next month and leaders likely meeting around G-20; discussions include energy, LNG access, and nuclear supply-chain cooperation. Canada–EU “associate member” push: Mark Carney’s EU pitch is gaining traction after Ursula von der Leyen floated associate membership, but the idea is sparking sovereignty and funding concerns and drawing Trump backlash, with the next Canada–EU summit set for late October. Ukraine loan access: Brussels says Canada is in technical talks to join the EU’s €90B Ukraine loan, potentially letting Canadian defence firms sell via the scheme—while Ottawa would still need to contribute costs. Trade-war pressure on Canadians: U.S. tariffs are already feeding through to costs, with Ontario beer prices expected to rise as aluminum can and other inputs get pricier; Canada is retaliating with matching tariffs. Immigration and fees: IRCC warns against scams promising guaranteed selection, and separately publishes work-permit fees for applicants applying from outside Canada. Education insolvency: ILAC (International Language Academy of Canada) filed for bankruptcy protection and cancelled classes in Vancouver and Toronto, leaving students facing uncertainty. Health funding: Ottawa commits $5M to expand HIV self-testing and peer support, aiming to reach people unaware of their status. Mining automation: Canada Nickel’s Crawford project is designing a large autonomous, electrified fleet from the start, targeting major cost reductions. Market/investing angle: Gold stocks dominate the TSX30, with investors piling into miners as performance varies widely by balance sheet and output risk.