Foreign Policy: Mark Carney is pushing for closer ties with the EU as strained U.S. relations drive Canada to diversify its partnerships. But trade talks with Washington remain far from a deal, despite upbeat claims from both leaders. First Nations: Carney says Canada must move “beyond” the Indian Act and convened First Nations leaders and premiers for their first meeting in more than 20 years. The gathering launched talks on a proposed First Nations sovereign wealth fund, but several premiers and Indigenous leaders stayed away. MAID: The Liberals introduced legislation to allow advance requests for assisted dying after a person loses decision-making capacity, while permanently barring eligibility based solely on mental illness. Provincial Politics: Alberta tabled a bill to end DEI-based public-sector hiring and mandatory staff training; Danielle Smith also says UCP board candidates and future election nominees must pledge not to advocate separation. Ontario Accountability: WhatsApp messages appear to contradict testimony by a former housing minister’s aide in the Greenbelt inquiry, renewing scrutiny of lobbying and offered gifts. Industry: Ottawa is confronting Stelco’s U.S. owner over planned Hamilton layoffs, which Industry Minister Mélanie Joly says may breach job-protection commitments.