AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCanada–UN & diplomacy: Prime Minister Mark Carney says Ottawa assessed the risk of US military action as tensions with Washington rise, while Canada also keeps pushing its UN priorities, including climate and peace. Middle East at the UN: Palestinian Authority leader Mahmoud Abbas says his delegation was unlawfully denied entry visas to attend UNGA in person. Justice system: Federal Justice Minister Sean Fraser ordered a new appeal in the 1994 murder convictions of Saskatchewan sisters Odelia and Nerissa Quewezance after a conviction review found likely miscarriage of justice. Immigration: IRCC released 2026–2028 targets for three family immigration categories aimed at permanent residence, with 84,000 admissions planned for 2026. Health & research: Health Minister Marjorie Michel announced $80M over four years for precision oncology research at the Terry Fox Research Institute. Women & UNCSW: Minister Rechie Valdez launched a call for civil society reps to join Canada’s delegation to UN Commission on the Status of Women. Economy & climate policy: Ottawa is exploring a framework for international carbon markets via ITMOs, and the government is also moving on a “mega” corporate tax cut. Aviation & travel: Air Canada cancels its long Vancouver–Singapore route starting January 2027, while it adds new nonstop service to Sapporo. Sports: The Presidents Cup kicks off at Medinah with the US aiming for a record 11th straight win.
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