AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 minutes agoFederal By-elections: Elections Canada set Aug. 31 by-elections in Beaches–East York (ON), Chicoutimi–Le Fjord (QC) and North Vancouver–Capilano (BC), with voting rules and ID requirements spelled out for residents registered in each riding. Canada-U.S. Trade Tensions: The tariff fight keeps escalating as Trump links wildfire smoke to new 50% duties on Canadian goods, while Canada warns it’s ready to respond and businesses say uncertainty is already costing orders and jobs. Wildfire Smoke Fallout: Americans in the Midwest and beyond report worsening air quality from Canadian fires, and U.S. lawmakers are again blaming Ottawa, adding pressure on cross-border climate and forest management. UAE-Canada Trade Deal: Canada and the UAE concluded CEPA talks, aiming to cut tariffs and open new markets for Canadian exporters while the UAE boosts non-oil trade and investment. Security & Diplomacy: A Canadian intern at NATO’s SHAPE HQ in Belgium was arrested on suspicion of spying for a “third country,” underscoring heightened intelligence scrutiny. Immigration & Community Safety: A Muslim woman in Moncton was attacked in front of her 7-year-old, renewing concerns about Islamophobia and hate crimes. Health & Consumer Recall: Cadbury Dairy Milk Oreo bars were recalled nationwide over undeclared pistachios, prompting allergy warnings. Sports & Youth: Team Canada’s Hlinka Gretzky pipeline continues with Under-18 camp invites, including North Bay Battalion forward Cam Warren.
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