Wildfire response funding: Natural Resources Canada announced $1.25M for six projects to boost wildfire preparedness and response, including support for Métis Nation–Saskatchewan and other Métis organizations, plus training for Indigenous wildland firefighters. Search and rescue support: The federal government also backed two Saskatchewan volunteer search-and-rescue projects with about $1.15M, including new training and water/shoreline coordination tools. Charter rights in Ontario: The Ontario Divisional Court ruled the province’s Ministry of Transportation violated George Katerberg’s freedom of expression by blocking a political billboard criticizing its COVID response. Free speech win: A related court decision struck down Ontario’s political billboard ban, reinforcing limits on government restrictions on political messaging. Housing pressure on charities: Sarnia’s Inn of the Good Shepherd says it’s cancelling an affordable housing plan due to lower donations and rising costs. Non-profit housing upgrades: Habitat for Humanity Victoria received $150K from the Rona Foundation for major repairs to prevent displacement. Indigenous child and family services: ITUM, plus the governments of Canada and Québec, signed the first tripartite coordination agreement in Québec for Innu child and family services. Mobile connectivity in Quebec: Ottawa announced completion of an $806K project expanding mobile service in Obedjiwan (Atikamekw of Opitciwan First Nation). Arctic military posture: Canada announced a major military expansion tied to deteriorating U.S. relations, including more Arctic readiness and equipment. Space and defence industry: MDA Space moved to acquire CLS, aiming to expand AI-driven earth observation and geointelligence services.