Energy & Jobs: Ottawa says it has approved the Crawford Nickel Mine in northern Ontario, backing a project it says could bring $5B in investment and 4,000 jobs. Oil & Pipelines: Enbridge is postponing the Mainline expansion’s second phase, citing lack of major output commitments from producers. Public Safety (Roads): Saskatchewan RCMP report a sharp summer spike in fatal crashes, with fatal collisions up 178% since June 1, and are stepping up check stops and targeted enforcement for the August long weekend. Health (West Nile): Manitoba has ordered fogging in multiple communities after mosquito counts tied to West Nile risk surged. Crime & Justice: Toronto police are seeking a Canada-wide warrant for an alleged “Indian Psychic and Spiritual Healer” accused of scamming a victim out of more than $800,000. Courts (Scam): A Quebec man and woman involved in a Saskatchewan grandparent scam were sentenced, including nearly seven months in jail for one offender plus probation and restitution. Wildfire: B.C.’s Pear Lake wildfire has expanded evacuation orders around Green Lake as gusty conditions are expected. Sports: Toronto’s WNBA team acquired forward Aneesah Morrow from the Connecticut Sun. Local Governance: Toronto City Council is moving to consider the future of the former Ontario Science Centre building. Crime (Animals): Nova Scotia RCMP say 10,000 chickens died after a break-in that shut off ventilation fans at a poultry barn.