Arctic Defence Deal: Canada is set to buy Australia’s over-the-horizon radar tech in a record A$2.5 billion agreement, aimed at early warning and long-range surveillance for the Arctic, with initial operation targeted for December 2029. Extreme Weather & Safety: Lightning Safety Week is urging Canadians to seek shelter at the first sound of thunder, as storms can turn deadly fast. Food Security Push: Ottawa unveiled a $3-billion food security strategy to lower costs and boost Canadian production, including more support for processing. Wildfire Watch: Canada’s wildfire season is starting slower than recent years, with far fewer hectares burned so far this year. World Cup Spotlight: Canada’s historic 6-0 win over Qatar is driving huge momentum, but the tournament has been marred by Ismaël Koné’s broken-leg injury and Canada now faces key fitness questions ahead of Switzerland. Indigenous Peoples’ Day: Communities across Canada marked National Indigenous Peoples Day with events in Ottawa and Toronto, including ceremonies and cultural programming. Health & Inclusion: A new documentary, “Unified Voices,” profiles six Canadians living with Down syndrome. Public Safety Abroad: A Canadian wanted for child sexual abuse material offences was arrested in the Philippines and is awaiting deportation proceedings.