Canada–USMCA/CUSMA Trade: Canada has formally asked the U.S. and Mexico to renew CUSMA/USMCA for 16 years, aiming to avoid annual reviews as talks intensify ahead of a July deadline and tariff/sector disputes linger. Tax Administration: Critics say Ottawa’s plan to cut CRA tax experts will worsen refund delays and leave billions on the table, at a time when cost-of-living pressure is already high. Energy & Critical Minerals: South Korea and Canada agreed to deepen cooperation, including more than tripling Canadian crude imports and securing extra LNG via expanded Canadian projects. Arctic Security: Norway warns Russia could gain leverage through the “Bear Pass,” raising the stakes for NATO in the rapidly strategic Arctic. Manufacturing & Jobs: Tenaris is moving ahead with a $306M Sault Ste. Marie expansion tied to oil-and-gas demand, with federal/provincial support and job creation claims. Business Growth & Deals: CoStar is buying Zonda for about $800M to expand new-home data and marketplaces across North America. Corporate/Finance: Robinhood’s Canada push continues after closing WonderFi, while BlackBerry shares jumped after FedRAMP recertification news. Local Economy: B.C.’s youth labour market is contracting faster than any other province, with a report pointing to fewer young people working than in 2019. Mining/Resources: G Mining Ventures’ Oko West gold project in Guyana was highlighted for construction progress, with first gold targeted for late 2027.