Canada-U.S. Tariff War: Canada is matching Trump’s latest levies with “dollar-for-dollar” retaliatory tariffs on about C$27.6B (US$19.9B) of U.S. goods, hitting roughly 700 products with rates of 15%, 25% and 50% starting Sept. 8, alongside a C$7.5B support package for workers and industries; the fight is already raising fears for jobs, prices and sectors like dairy, alcohol, steel, aluminum, packaging and electronics. EI & Worker Support: Ottawa says it’s making Employment Insurance easier to access for workers affected by the tariff fallout, including a new temporary rule for people who left a job voluntarily within a year—though critics warn it may not be enough for longer unemployment spells. Energy Leverage Debate: Carney and others argue the U.S. relies heavily on Canadian energy and materials, but officials are split on whether to use oil and gas as leverage, with Alberta warning it could backfire. Trade Pressure on Agriculture: U.S. apple growers warn Canada is a major market for fresh apples and that tariff tensions could worsen losses as crop sizes shrink after a freeze. Ports & Diversification: West Coast ports (Vancouver, Prince Rupert, Nanaimo) say record cargo volumes and a push to grow non-U.S. trade could help Canada shift routes beyond North America. Defence & Drones: The Canadian Army is seeking drone suppliers for land and aerial cargo drops, plus cold-Arctic surveillance and reconnaissance under its Minerva modernization push. Immigration Scrutiny Proposal: A legal analysis urges a transparent, verification-based visa interview framework for cases tied to jurisdictions with higher fraud or security risks. Science & Agri-Food Innovation: Minister Joly is set to announce new research chair results and investments, including CAAIN funding to boost agri-food automation and intelligence.