World Cup Tune-Up: Canada and Ireland played to a 1-1 draw in Montreal, with Canada dominating early but conceding after a penalty and rebound goal by Chiedozie Ogbene; Maxime Crépeau made key saves as the hosts learned a sharp lesson ahead of the tournament. Public Safety & Wildlife: Parks Canada introduced a legally enforceable no-stopping zone on the Bow Valley Parkway in Banff to stop visitors crowding bears and blocking train escape routes. Antisemitism & Hate: Canadian Jews are split over PM Mark Carney’s new antisemitism council as police arrested a suspect in an arson attack on a Montreal synagogue. Islamophobia Response: CMPAC launched a policy handbook targeting anti-Muslim discrimination and calling for accountability and Charter-protecting reforms. Economy & Jobs: Statistics Canada reported Canada added about 88,000 jobs in May and unemployment fell to 6.6%, while Nanaimo’s jobless rate stayed among the highest at 8.5%. Policy & Cost of Living: Carney’s grocery benefit rollout begins, while separate reporting warns Iran conflict could add $648 to household fuel costs this year. Sports Business: Rugby Canada extended coach Stephen Meehan’s contract through the 2027 men’s World Cup. Travel & Events: FIFA updated World Cup rules so fans in Canada and the U.S. can bring one factory-sealed disposable water bottle; cricket World Cup qualifying matches in King City will be closed to spectators over security concerns. Defence Cooperation: Canada and South Korea held a joint naval drill off the west coast involving submarines, frigates and helicopters.