Monetary Policy: The Bank of Canada held its key rate at 2.25% for a sixth straight meeting, saying the economy is showing signs of improvement while warning risks remain from the Middle East and uncertain U.S. trade ties. Markets & FX: Gold stayed steady as the BoC kept rates unchanged, with investors watching for any shift in inflation or energy prices. Banking & Class Action: RBC agreed to pay $45 million to settle a mutual-fund fee dispute, with investors who used discount brokers potentially eligible for payouts after court approval. AI in Government: Quebec and Alberta will work together for five years to implement AI in public administration, focused on knowledge sharing rather than new funding. Retail & Consumer: MTY Food Group plans to close 45–50 Papa Murphy’s locations as sales slump in a tough pizza market. Energy & Trade Logistics: Prairie Grain will move to the Port of Churchill via the Hudson Bay Railway for the first grain shipment since 2020, supporting exports and corridor revitalization. Agriculture & Tech Shows: Ag in Motion returns July 21–23 in Saskatchewan, spotlighting autonomous equipment and drones for prairie producers. Corporate Growth: Lactalis Canada is set to acquire Agropur’s fine cheese division, adding brands and Quebec production capacity. Regulation & Compliance: B.C. Securities Commission settles with a Surrey resident over alleged email access, ending a constitutional fight with an 11-year market ban and a $46,732 penalty.