Architecture & Arts: The RAIC and Canada Council for the Arts named winners of the 2026 Governor General’s Medals in Architecture, spotlighting 11 standout Canadian projects from Montreal to Toronto. Wildfire Support: In Penticton, Cannery Brewery has brought back its Wildfire Dark Lager fundraiser, with proceeds supporting the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation. Agriculture & Community: Saskatchewan Open Farm Days returns with 35 farms, ranches, breweries, orchards, restaurants and dairies opening their doors for hands-on rural experiences. Jobs & Economy: Canada added about 75,000 jobs in July and the unemployment rate fell to a two-year low of 6.4%, though economists warn recovery still has slack. Defence Readiness: Ottawa is conditionally selling 10 retired CC-130H Hercules planes to Coulson Aviation to expand Canada’s aerial firefighting capacity. Tech & AI Infrastructure: Ontario municipalities and the Green Party are pushing for provincewide rules as AI data centre concerns grow. Trade Watch: Canada-U.S. tariff talks continue in Washington, with sources saying proposals include autos tariff relief and changes to alcohol and dairy rules. Finance & Regulation: CIRO sanctioned Tiffany Lee Felker with a permanent ban and fines after admissions tied to unauthorized client activity.