EU-Canada Trade Talks: Foreign Minister Anita Anand says Canada isn’t seeking full EU membership after Ursula von der Leyen floated an “associate member” idea, with Ottawa and Brussels set to deepen cooperation ahead of a Montreal summit. Quebec Election: Quebec’s Oct. 5 vote is in the final week, with advance polling underway as voters weigh health care, the economy, language and the environment. Energy & Provinces: Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Ontario Premier Doug Ford are set to share the stage in Calgary to push energy policy and get resources to market amid shifting global politics. Immigration Rules: IRCC has published key conditions for temporary resident permits, including limits and the fact they can be cancelled at any time, with some vulnerable groups exempt from fees. Markets: CIX Trading launches extended stock trading hours in Canada, starting earlier in the morning and later into the evening, with plans for near-constant trading. Defence Procurement: Saab has signed a term-sheet with Canada’s Defence Investment Agency to advance talks on GlobalEye AEW&C for the RCAF. Public Safety: A helicopter crash southeast of Montreal killed four people; the Transportation Safety Board is investigating. Health & Addiction: A new report highlights how alcohol remains Canada’s biggest drug problem, with shelters and treatment systems bracing for demand. Business/Tech: BharathCloud and ibentos are partnering to scale AI-powered marketing and event technology across India and Canada.