Canada–U.S. Trade War: Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberals swept three federal byelections as voters backed his stand against Donald Trump’s tariff push, with the Quebec seat Chicoutimi-Le Fjord flipping from Conservatives and wins also in Toronto and North Vancouver. Tariffs & Cost of Living: The U.S. moved to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian goods after talks collapsed, and Canada is preparing retaliatory measures while businesses brace for higher costs. Local “Buy Canadian” Push: Companies say demand for Canadian-made food and household goods is rising, even as retailers feel the squeeze from tariff-linked supply shocks. Immigration & Students: Canada increased the proof-of-funds requirement for study permit applicants from Sept. 1, including higher living-expense amounts for international students. Health Care: Canada’s drug agency issued a final positive recommendation for public reimbursement of Leqembi (lecanemab) for early Alzheimer’s. Culture & Community: A floating forest raft appeared and vanished in B.C.’s Williston Reservoir, while Canada’s women’s volleyball team qualified for the Olympics for the first time since 1996.