AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCanada-U.S. Trade War: Prime Minister Mark Carney told Washington to “stop doing memes, stop throwing shade and stop trying to be tough,” warning U.S. demands could leave Canadian industries “gradually wound down” as talks stall; Canada is set to impose retaliatory tariffs starting Sept. 8 after Trump’s 50% duties on about $20B of Canadian exports, with counter-tariffs hitting hundreds of U.S. product lines. Local Impact & Business Response: Canadian-made food and household goods firms say demand is surging as shoppers buy local, but some retailers are slow to react—pushing more direct-to-consumer sales. Politics: Carney’s Liberals swept three byelections, boosting his position as the trade fight escalates. Wildlife & Parks: Parks Canada killed a wolf in Kluane National Park after reports of unnatural, human-approaching behaviour. Culture & Community: Parks Canada marked the 50th anniversary of the Bethune Memorial House; the Ukrainian Museum of Canada earned a ŽIVA Award nomination for preserving Slavic heritage. Sports & Entertainment: Stratford swimmer Amiera Black won five medals at Special Olympics Canada; Amazing Race Canada heads to Digby, Nova Scotia. Aerospace: Bombardier will bring MHI Canada Aerospace operations in-house by buying the Mississauga supplier’s assets.
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