Alberta’s Future: Prime Minister Mark Carney urged Albertans to stay in Canada, warning a separation vote would launch a long, uncertain process. The referendum is set for next week, as B.C. Premier David Eby also voiced support for unity. Foreign Affairs: Canada joined more than two dozen countries condemning Iran over an alleged plot targeting Britain’s RAF Fairford air base. Household Costs: Nova Scotia reopened its $400 heating rebate, but advocates say the payment and tightened income limits leave many struggling families without enough help. Trade and Industry: Ottawa is considering tougher rules to keep goods made with forced labour out of Canada, including requiring importers to show products are free from exploitation. A Canadian trade delegation is also heading to India as both countries push to advance talks on trade and energy. Economy: Statistics Canada reported a loss of 68,000 jobs in September, with unemployment rising to 6.5%. A separate survey found 44% of working Canadians are financially stressed, with grocery costs and debt among the leading pressures. Canada-EU Ties: The EU has floated a new associate-member relationship with Canada, potentially expanding cooperation on defence, cybersecurity and energy; the proposed status has no precedent in current EU treaties.