A library in a border town is keeping alive a 125-year-old bond between Canada and the United States. Canadian Foreign Minister Carney denied U.S. claims of interference ahead of midterm elections. Bombardier plans to commit 270 million USD in expanding operations in four U.S. states. Trump expressed optimism about a potential deal with Canada but emphasized his position as the primary negotiator. The U.S. deployed drones to patrol the Great Lakes amid growing tensions. In Montana, a candidate criticized Russian fuel imports and praised Canada as a trusted energy partner.