EU-Canada Trade Tension: EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen floated Canada as the bloc’s first “associate member,” aiming to deepen cooperation on AI, climate, defence and trade—while U.S. President Donald Trump warned of “very serious tariffs” if the plan goes ahead. Climate Adaptation in Cities: A new Canadian report compiles 10 municipal case studies showing how extreme heat and flooding are harming people unevenly, and what local governments can do to cut health risks while building resilience. Urban Greening Push: Brantford councillors are weighing an urban forestry plan after analysis found the city’s tree canopy goal is far off (about 22% vs 40% set in 2008). Community Forest Week: Barrie is hosting free National Forest Week events, including guided walks, a seedling giveaway and tree planting with conservation partners. Seniors Demand Climate Action: A cross-country Seniors’ Climate Witness electric-vehicle caravan is stopping in North Bay en route to Ottawa, calling for rejecting new fossil fuel pipelines and investing in clean energy and resilience. Electrification Outlook: IEA chief Fatih Birol says electrification remains the best path despite grid and affordability hurdles, noting electricity demand is growing far faster than total energy demand. Arctic Security Drills: Canadian forces are running a naval exercise in Thunder Bay and the Kaministiquia River, with organizers saying it won’t affect access and will minimize environmental impacts.