Canada-U.S. tariff showdown: Ottawa and Washington are still far apart as a looming deadline nears, with negotiators reportedly staying in Washington and the U.S. trade representative pressing Canada to lift retaliatory measures to avoid new levies. Labour rights: The Canadian Labour Congress is urging Ottawa to repeal Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code, arguing Ottawa’s power to intervene in legal labour disputes undermines free collective bargaining and the right to strike. Energy deal at the provinces’ table: Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Tony Wakeham says he’ll announce an energy and economic development deal with Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette in St. John’s Monday, as Churchill Falls talks reportedly move toward agreement. Immigration policy in the provinces: Newfoundland and Labrador issued 208 invitations in its latest draw, heavily weighted to the NLPNP, with the Atlantic Immigration Program getting a smaller share. Public safety and housing pressures: Halifax tenants are calling for an indoor temperature cap amid extreme heat, while Toronto reports a sharp rise in lithium battery fires, including e-bike incidents. B.C. politics: Kamloops MLA Peter Milobar says he’s leaving the B.C. Conservatives to sit as an independent, citing concerns about the party’s direction under new leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay. Gender attitudes: Statistics Canada says acceptance of gender diversity has fallen since 2018, with Saskatchewan showing the lowest levels.