Federal Fisheries Enforcement: Fisheries and Oceans Canada seized about 8,000 kg of halibut worth $170,000+ after tracking a vessel fishing inside Nova Scotia’s St. Anns Bank Marine Protected Area, charging the captain with illegal fishing, obstruction and failing to report. Defence & Industry: Canada joined the Global Combat Air Programme as an observer—no funding or firm aircraft order—aiming to gain “enhanced insight” while keeping options open for its aerospace sector. Wildfire & Extreme Heat: B.C. heat warnings expanded across the south and coastal interior after multiple daily records, with BC Hydro warning demand could hit highs; firefighters also used a drone to ignite a controlled burn during an active wildfire near Boston Bar. Weather Disruption (Ontario): Environment Canada issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Toronto with heavy rain, damaging winds and large hail possible. Public Safety (Manitoba): Search for two boys swept into Nutimik Lake rapids entered day four as divers and drones continued scanning shorelines. Politics & Rights (Ottawa): A Jewish advocacy group accused the Carney government of a “double standard” over criticism of Israel’s detention of Palestinians. Economy & Trade: Prime Minister Mark Carney said he spoke with Trump and agreed to intensify trade talks after new tariff threats. Local Crime (Quebec): Laval police ticketed a 21-year-old driver clocked at 208 km/h on Highway 15. Sports: Toronto Argonauts signed veteran defensive linemen Shawn Lemon and DeWayne Hendrix.