AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCanada-U.S. Trade Talks: Prime Minister Mark Carney asked premiers to restore U.S. alcohol to shelves as negotiators finalize a tentative deal; Trump has paused threatened 50% tariffs on about $20B of Canadian imports for three days, but key terms—especially for autos, steel and aluminum—are still being negotiated, with Quebec premier Christine Fréchette warning talks are “far from over” and demanding more details. Infrastructure & Public Safety: Ottawa’s $768.6M Regulatory and Security Science Main project has moved into full construction, bringing together CFIA, CBSA, Health Canada and PHAC at the existing Ottawa laboratory site. National Capital Bridge: A $79M federal contract advances the Alexandra Bridge replacement design and deconstruction planning, with Canadian procurement emphasized. Immigration Policy: Canada extended open work-permit eligibility for certain 2021 TR-to-PR applicants (and eligible family) to Dec. 31, 2026 while permanent residence decisions remain pending. Alberta Referendum Countdown: With 60 days left, stay/leave sides are ramping up mobilization ahead of Alberta’s binding separation vote. Security & Foreign Affairs: Canada condemned Israel’s “unlawful invasion” of Lebanon and announced new aid, while police issued “duty to warn” letters to alleged Khalistan supporters over threats to life.
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