AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoCanada-U.S. Trade War: Donald Trump again slammed Canada’s “dollar imbalance” as “unacceptable” and the dispute keeps escalating after negotiations collapsed, with the U.S. moving to 50% tariffs on about $20B in Canadian imports and Canada preparing “dollar-for-dollar” countertariffs. Local Impact: Western municipalities warn tariffs and countertariffs could hit already-stretched budgets, raising costs for steel, equipment and infrastructure. Public Mood: A Leger Happiness Index finds Canadians happier than last year, with Quebec topping the list. Military Leave in B.C.: B.C. reservists’ job-protected training leave is now aligned with national standards. Sports & Culture: Otto Jelinek, former figure skating champion and federal cabinet minister, has died at 86; and Curling Canada awarded scholarships to four young curlers. Community Health: A Sarnia Kidney Walk fundraiser is nearing its $30,000 goal.
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