AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWildfire Fallout & Trade Tensions: Trump renewed attacks on Canada over wildfire smoke and floated compensation demands, while Ottawa prepares for more pressure as new U.S. tariffs loom. Canada-US Border & Economy: The Gordie Howe bridge opened to traffic amid the tariff fight, and Canada’s premiers signalled unity with trade minister Dominic LeBlanc as talks heat up. Passport Access: Canada expanded online passport renewals to all eligible adults, aiming to cut in-person visits for rural and mobility-challenged applicants. NHL Streaming Deal: Prime Video and Rogers locked in a 12-year sublicensing agreement for exclusive Wednesday-night national NHL games in Canada (English/French), plus select playoff series. Aviation Finance: Transat secured up to $150M under the federal LASR facility to offset higher fuel costs through Oct. 31, 2026. Energy Storage in Ontario: Aecon’s Simcoe Battery project (150 MW/1,200 MWh) was set for a 20-year IESO capacity deal, targeting 2030 operations. Food & Safety: Maple Leaf Foods recalled 12,036 pounds of smoked bacon in the U.S. over an import reinspection issue; no illnesses reported. Agri-Trade Rules: Americas countries urged clearer, science-based agri-food trade rules, warning EU residue-limit proposals could become import barriers. Tech & AI in Saskatchewan: Saskatchewan’s first AI expo drew 127 attendees, with organizers planning a much larger event next year.
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