Pipeline Protest: Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation Chief Allan Adam says the federal government should “immediately halt” plans for a new tar sands pipeline to B.C.’s coast, warning it threatens Indigenous rights and accelerates fossil-fuel expansion amid worsening climate disasters. Data Centre Water Fight: Alberta’s Court of King’s Bench dismissed Kevin O’Leary’s bid to stop Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation’s judicial review over water permits for the Wonder Valley AI data centre, with the case set to proceed on whether consultation happened. Trade Pressure on Energy: Canada’s negotiators are in Washington seeking an interim deal as Trump’s 50% tariffs approach Aug. 19; energy, potash, fish and critical minerals are flagged as exemptions, but the broader hit to exports remains a concern. Line 5 Backlash: The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians condemned U.S. Army Corps approval for Enbridge’s Line 5 tunnel permit, calling it a blow to Great Lakes protections and Tribal sovereignty. Alberta Upstream Deal: Arrow Exploration announced a cash-funded acquisition in Thorsby, Alberta, adding a 550 boepd oil-producing property and plans for low-cost Sparky reservoir development. Diesel Crunch Watch: Markets are warning of a “perfect storm” in diesel as Hormuz disruptions tighten refined-product supply, keeping pressure on prices. Arctic Shipping: China-backed “Ice Silk Road” plans a regular Northern Sea Route container service to Europe, aiming to cut sailing times as Arctic conditions and geopolitics reshape trade routes.