AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCanada-U.S. Trade: Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew called Donald Trump “erratic” and “not to be trusted,” warning Ottawa not to make concessions as a deal nears and 50% tariffs are paused. Digital Sovereignty: Tech experts say “digital trade alignment” language in the talks could limit Canada’s control over its own online rules, including youth-focused social-media policy. Work Permits: Canada updated Temporary Foreign Worker Program rules, letting smaller employers hire low-wage workers per work site. Foreign Policy: Canada and Australia condemned Israel for closing a criminal case over the 2024 World Central Kitchen strike that killed seven aid workers, including a Canadian. Economy & Energy: A First Nations-led LNG proposal would ship low-methane Canadian gas to Europe, while Gran Tierra Energy exits South America via an asset sale tied to Pertamina’s proxy. Sports: Canada beat Mexico 70-64 in women’s FIBA Olympic pre-qualifiers; Miyu Yamashita leads the CPKC Women’s Open in Edmonton with a 62. Local Watch: Island Fishermen Cooperative filed for creditor protection amid mounting losses.
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