Air Canada is set to resume nearly its full flight schedule by Friday. The airline announced this development following a tentative agreement reached with the union representing its flight attendants. The agreement comes after a strike that began on Saturday, which led to significant disruptions and flight cancellations.

More than 10,000 flight attendants will begin voting next week on the new tentative agreement. This deal includes wage increases and a new pay structure for time worked while aircraft are on the ground.

In other news, cultural and broadcast industry groups are urging the Canadian government to support the Online Streaming Act and the Online News Act. These calls come amid uncertainty regarding whether these bills are part of ongoing trade negotiations with the United States. "We are aware that the U.S. is exerting pressure on the [federal government], and the cultural sector is undoubtedly on high alert," said Marie-Julie Desrochers, executive director of a coalition representing the cultural sector. Kevin Desjardins, president of the Canadian Association of Broadcasters, expressed concern over the situation, stating that his group is worried about the threats to these legislative measures.

Last week, the U.S. State Department criticized Canada’s Online News Act in a human rights report, which raised concerns about press freedom in Canada. This criticism followed a request from a group of U.S. Republicans urging the Trump administration to push Canada to eliminate the Online Streaming Act. Prime Minister Mark Carney has indicated a possible openness to repealing the Online News Act, but the Prime Minister’s Office has not confirmed whether this is under consideration.

The World Health Organization has declared that climate change-driven heat poses a "public health crisis" for workers globally, including in Canada. A joint report from the WHO and the World Meteorological Organization highlights that outdoor workers in sectors like construction and farming are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. Rüdiger Krech, the WHO's director of environment, climate change, and health, stated, "The workers keeping our societies running are paying the highest price." The report urges governments and employers to implement heat-health plans to protect workers.

In Edmonton, the Pride Parade is returning after a seven-year hiatus. Organizers expect a strong turnout from the LGBTQ+ community and allies for the Saturday afternoon event. The parade, part of the largest Pride celebration in the Prairies, was last held in 2019 before being canceled due to protests over law enforcement involvement. Trevor Watson from the Edmonton PrideFest Association noted that the parade will feature the first Edmonton Trans March for Visibility and Equality, organized by RaricaNow, a non-profit advocating for LGBTQ+ refugees and newcomers.

Additionally, Canada’s major banks are preparing to report their third-quarter earnings next week. This will provide insights into the economic landscape amid ongoing uncertainties from the U.S. trade war. Analysts expect bank stocks to have performed well recently, but they do not anticipate the same level of trading revenue as seen in previous quarters. National Bank analyst Gabriel Dechaine highlighted that the credit outlook remains a significant source of uncertainty for the banks this quarter.