Federal Court Fight Over World Cup Visa: Ghana has filed to review Canada’s refusal to grant midfielder Thomas Partey entry, with a hearing set in Ottawa as he’s set to miss the opener vs. Panama; Ghana calls the decision “extremely unfair,” while Canada says major events don’t change immigration rules. First Nations Clean Water Legislation: Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty tabled the Liberals’ long-awaited First Nations drinking water bill, Bill C-37, aiming to affirm the human right to safe drinking water, though the draft text’s language is reportedly blurred from earlier versions. Privacy & Online Safety Rules: Ottawa’s surveillance pricing rules are unlikely before 2028, with guidance coming from the new privacy regulator; separately, the privacy watchdog flagged ArriveCAN record-keeping gaps tied to modern tools like Slack. Cyber Security Law: Bill C-8 received Royal Assent, strengthening Canada’s cyber security and critical infrastructure framework. Tax System Scrutiny: The Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson says the tax code is “completely nuts,” pushing for simplification and more automation as CRA service complaints rise. Quebec French-Language Deal: Quebec struck a deal with English universities to boost students’ basic French skills, funding about $20M a year. B.C. Infrastructure Procurement: B.C. cancelled the Massey Tunnel replacement contract and will repackage procurement, targeting an opening around 2030. Russia Sanctions: Canada imposed new Russia sanctions on 162 people, companies and vessels tied to energy, defense and propaganda. School Food Program Expansion: Provinces and territories finalized plans to expand the National School Food Program, doubling funding to $140M and adding meals for up to 400,000 more kids yearly.