AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoGovernor General in the spotlight: Retired Supreme Court justice Louise Arbour was sworn in as Canada’s 31st governor general, with PM Mark Carney and a ceremonial swearing-in on Parliament Hill marking the transition. Canada–China ties: Chinese President Xi Jinping sent congratulations to Arbour, saying relations are “sound and steady” and ready to advance the China–Canada strategic partnership. Trade and tariffs pressure: The U.S. is weighing a new forced-labour probe and a possible 10% tariff on Canadian goods, while Canada pushes back on the claim it isn’t enforcing its forced-labour rules. Health update: B.C. officials say a Canadian who tested positive for hantavirus after a cruise ship outbreak has recovered; three others remain in quarantine without symptoms. Food and cost of living: Ottawa has started one-time payments under the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit, with enhanced quarterly support beginning in July. Public services: Saskatoon transit fares rise July 1, including adult single rides from $3 to $3.50. Agriculture biosecurity: Canada temporarily restricts livestock imports from Texas after a second New World screwworm case was confirmed in South Texas.
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