AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTrade & Sovereignty: Mark Carney’s government is pushing back as Trump keeps floating “51st state” talk and 50% tariff threats, with fresh reporting saying the U.S. paused some tariffs after a deal was reached—while Canadians brace for the broader fallout. Economy & Jobs: StatCan-linked coverage says Canada shed about 42,000 jobs in August as public-sector cuts deepen, adding pressure to an already shaky outlook. Infrastructure Costs: A new opinion argues Canada’s infrastructure bill is too expensive—driving investors away—while pointing to major overruns like Trans Mountain and costly clean-energy projects. Immigration: IRCC issued 3,500 Express Entry invitations in a healthcare and social services draw, with a minimum CRS of 475. Media Policy: Unifor welcomed CRTC moves to improve discoverability of Canadian programming on streaming services under the Online Streaming Act. Public Safety: Search efforts continue for Canadian skyrunner Kalie McCrystal missing on Italy’s Matterhorn, while a separate Lake St. Clair incident involved a Canadian-flagged boat and a missing 74-year-old. Money & Identity: The Bank of Canada unveiled details on a new vertical $20 polymer note featuring King Charles III, set for late-February 2027.
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