Alberta’s Unity Vote: Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Danielle Smith made a joint appeal for Alberta to stay in Canada ahead of Monday’s nonbinding referendum. Voters will decide whether to remain a province or begin the process toward a binding separation vote; polls suggest most want to stay. India Trade Push: A Canadian trade mission secured 34 agreements worth nearly $300 million as Ottawa and New Delhi work toward a trade pact by year-end. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected in Toronto and Ottawa on Dec. 11–12. Immigration Changes: From Nov. 3, Express Entry will give added weight to high-wage job offers and Canadian work experience, with up to 100 bonus points for a qualifying offer. Indigenous Rights: The Supreme Court of Canada will hear MiningWatch Canada’s perspective in Gitxaała Nation’s challenge to B.C.’s mineral-claim system and its consent requirements. Economic Signals: Manufacturing sales rose 1.5% in August, led by metals and chemicals, while vehicle and aerospace sales weakened.