AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoOpioid Costs: Saskatchewan has introduced legislation to join a national lawsuit seeking to recover health-care costs tied to opioid harms; the bill has passed first reading. Iran Sanctions: Ottawa has reimposed sanctions on 11 Iranian entities over nuclear and ballistic-missile activities. Arctic Drilling: Mark Carney says $11 million for northern consultations is not a decision to lift the offshore drilling moratorium, which remains in place. Ontario Municipalities: The province has appointed eight regional chairs under new powers that let the minister choose leaders who were previously elected. The appointments, including outgoing Conservative MP Scott Aitchison in Muskoka, have drawn criticism over local democracy. Brampton Plant: Stellantis has agreed to sell its closed Ontario auto plant to defence manufacturer Roshel and repay federal support; Carney called the closure a betrayal, while Pierre Poilievre urged him to fire his industry minister. Federal Budget: Carney’s budget promises major investment in infrastructure and business, but critics say it adds debt without enough relief for households. Firearms Law: The Supreme Court of Canada has begun hearing arguments over the federal firearms ban.
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