AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBank of Canada Holds Rates: The central bank kept its key rate at 2.25% for a sixth straight meeting, saying the economy is showing signs of improvement while flagging risks from the Middle East and uncertain U.S. trade policy. Food Inflation Watch: In the same update, it warned food inflation is likely to stay high through the rest of 2026 as war-driven fuel and farming costs feed into prices. Wildfire Smoke Hits Michigan: Canadian wildfire smoke is worsening air quality across Michigan, with an expanded statewide alert and a travel slowdown at the Mackinac Bridge as ash and hazardous bursts are reported. Energy & Pipelines: Ontario Energy Minister Stephen Lecce says Ontario will consult on a proposed Alberta-to-Sarnia oil pipeline, while Alberta and the federal government back a plan to double oil production and scale carbon capture. Quebec-Alberta AI in Government: Quebec and Alberta announced a five-year plan to share knowledge and roll out AI in public administration. Arctic Shipping Milestone: Prairie grain is set to move again to the Port of Churchill via the Hudson Bay Railway, the first run since 2020. Dairy Deal: Lactalis Canada is acquiring Agropur’s fine cheese division, adding Quebec brands and two production sites. Tech & Finance: TD will act as reserve custodian for Canada’s first compliant CAD-pegged stablecoin, and RBC investors may see payouts after a $45M settlement over discount-broker fees.
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