Quebec Election Live: The Parti Québécois, led by Paul St-Pierre Plamondon and promising a sovereignty referendum, is still the most likely next government in polling as voters head to the polls, with the outcome seen as potentially triggering another independence push. AI Policy: Prime Minister Mark Carney will “play an active role” in setting the agenda for Ottawa’s new AI advisory council, taking an “all of government” approach and building on other AI councils already launched. Parliament & Infrastructure: MPs spar over Carney’s major projects bill, including the Building Canada Strong Act, as Conservatives question whether faster approvals will actually cut red tape. Public Safety: Toronto police charged an inspector with impaired driving after he was found asleep behind the wheel; he’s been suspended with pay. Crime Update: Two people were arrested in the fatal Scarborough vehicle fire death of Marcus Charles, with a third suspect still wanted. Health Funding: Ottawa announced the first of several health-care deals, including $51.2M for the Northwest Territories plus infrastructure money for health facilities. Energy Deal: Cenovus is buying Athabasca Oil in a $5.7B deal, aiming to ramp oilsands output growth through 2032. Business & Travel: Air Canada is cancelling several long-haul routes for 2027, including flights to Delhi, Mumbai, Dubai, Singapore and Algiers. Vancouver Local: Police recovered $10,000+ in jewelry and luxury items stolen during a Vancouver open house.