G7 and trade tensions: Prime Minister Mark Carney told Irish leaders the “strands” of a new world order could be woven at the G7, warning countries to avoid dependence on a single partner as questions swirl around U.S. reliability. Canada–Ireland partnership: Carney’s visit also highlights a new framework to boost trade, security cooperation, and collaboration on food, AI, and skills. Climate and wildfire risk: Environment and Climate Change Canada issued a seasonal outlook for summer, flagging wildfire potential in Saskatchewan and providing severe thunderstorm outlooks. Health and safety: A new MedExpress study says 62% of Canadians trying to lose weight have reduced or stopped drinking, with many shifting to non-alcoholic options. Environment research: UVic research finds kelp forests in the northern Salish Sea have shrunk dramatically, with warming “pockets” linked to losses. Public safety and travel: Air Canada flight AC937 returned to Edinburgh after a cracked windscreen emergency over the Atlantic. Workforce and training: Niagara College is expanding its Applied Health Institute in Welland to train more health-care workers amid shortages. Immigration for rural jobs: Canada’s Rural Community Immigration Pilot is moving fast, with 800 people receiving PR in the first two months of 2026 and more applications pouring in.