AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoJobs and Affordability: Canada lost 4,700 jobs in October as unemployment rose to 6.7%, a six-month high; more than one in four people also reported difficulty covering basic expenses. Energy Investment: Budget 2026 commits more than $50 billion to expanding the electricity grid, with Ottawa aiming to double its size by 2050, largely through tax credits to attract private investment. Trade and Industry: China extended tariff relief for Canadian canola and other farm and seafood products through 2028, while Canadian exhibitors at Shanghai’s import expo occupied their largest space yet. Financial Enforcement: The U.S. sanctioned eight Canadian money-services businesses, alleging they helped Iran move funds and convert currency into digital assets.
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