AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoOrder of Canada: Michael J. Fox was promoted to Companion of the Order of Canada at Rideau Hall in Ottawa, honoured for decades of Parkinson’s advocacy and research support. Japanese Canadian Remembrance: A new Japanese Canadian Monument in Victoria unveiled 300 feet of granite panels honouring more than 22,000 people interned during WWII, with community members sharing family stories. Public Safety & Justice: RCMP say five Indian nationals were arrested and charged in Canada after an alleged extortion campaign tied to arson and shootings at auto dealerships in B.C. Trade & Diplomacy: India and Canada will begin the fifth round of CEPA talks in Ottawa on Oct. 5, aiming to wrap by year-end, with a major business delegation planned. National Security: CSIS is changing its hiring process to meet operational needs, including faster deployment and more external recruiting. Energy Politics: The federal government designated the Pacific Link pipeline as its first “project of national interest,” a move carrying political weight ahead of Alberta’s vote. Sports: Tommy Novak scored twice in overtime as the Penguins beat the Canadiens 6-5; Canada’s men beat Peru 2-0 with Shaffelburg scoring twice; Saskatchewan Huskies topped UBC 34-24.
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