Tariffs Shock: U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed new 50% tariffs on many Canadian goods, with the move tied to claims of “discriminatory” Canadian treatment; Ottawa says it will respond and Prime Minister Mark Carney says trade talks with Washington will intensify, while the U.S. trade rep says he hopes to deliver “options” on renewing CUSMA by year-end. Bridge Fallout: Canada has cancelled a joint Gordie Howe Bridge inauguration ceremony with the U.S., citing the tariff threat, even as the bridge opening date remains set. Business Pressure: Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters warns the latest tariff list goes beyond autos, alcohol and cheese to hit items like cosmetics, paper and cement, raising cost and investment risks for firms. Energy Politics: A new Angus Reid poll finds a solid majority of Canadians back new oil pipelines, increasingly framing the debate around economic and energy security. Energy Reality Check: The Fraser Institute reports fossil fuels still dominate Canada’s energy use, at 76.3% of domestic consumption in 2024. Immigration Update: IRCC issued 5,000 Express Entry invitations for French-language candidates with a CRS cutoff of 399. Defence & Tech: Canada joins the GCAP sixth-generation fighter jet program as an observer, and Airbus and Landing Zones signed a UAS partnership in Canada. Health & Pharma: Dr. Reddy’s says it expects to resume generic semaglutide supplies by November after fixing an API quality issue.