AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoWildfire Smoke Health Crisis: Out-of-control Canadian wildfires in Ontario are sending hazardous smoke into the U.S., with Detroit, Toronto, Minneapolis and Chicago among the worst air-quality spots worldwide as alerts urge people to limit time outside. Housing Slowdown: New home construction keeps thinning in Canada as builders pull back amid weak demand, higher costs and unsold inventory. Defence Procurement Boost: Prime Minister Mark Carney announced nearly $2B over four years to build 190 made-in-Canada armoured combat support vehicles, expanding the fleet to 550. Gordie Howe Bridge Tolls: Carney says Canada won’t share tolls with the U.S. until the bridge debt is repaid, with net revenue sharing only after operational costs. EV Policy Watch: A report says rebates under Canada’s EV affordability program won’t apply to Chinese-made vehicles. Mental Health Funding: Kids Help Phone secured $2M over four years from Health Canada to expand 24/7 online youth mental health support nationwide. Trade & Industry: Canada’s Port of Vancouver gateway strategy aims to diversify trade and double exports. Agriculture & Biosecurity: A devastating ash beetle has been detected in the EU for the first time, raising monitoring concerns.
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