Food Security Push: Prime Minister Mark Carney launched Canada’s first National Food Security Strategy, backed by $3B over 10 years, aiming to cut grocery bills by boosting competition, investing in food infrastructure, and strengthening domestic supply. Child Online Safety & AI: Canada moved to ban social media for kids under 16 and regulate AI chatbots, with exemptions still to be defined as lawmakers and advocates weigh in on risks and freedoms. Public Health Accountability: A new citizen-led inquiry is calling for greater transparency and compensation for Canadians who say they were harmed by COVID-19 vaccines, targeting gaps in how adverse effects were documented. Infectious Disease Watch (World Cup): Health officials are preparing for disease risks tied to mass travel and crowds during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including monitoring and guidance for visitors and host cities. Toxic Drug Deaths (B.C.): B.C. reported 119 suspected illicit toxic-drug deaths in April, down 32% from April 2025, the lowest April toll since before the pandemic. Emergency Care Partnership: Cenovus renewed and expanded funding for HERO1, the 24/7 helicopter emergency service in northeastern Alberta that has completed 700+ missions since 2013. Livestock Biosecurity: Canada temporarily restricted Texas livestock imports after a second New World screwworm case was confirmed in South Texas.