AGP Executive Report
Last update: 34 minutes agoCanada–Philippines defense ties: Canada’s defence pact with New Zealand and a Status of Visiting Forces Agreement with Canada cleared the Philippines Senate, setting rules for joint training, intelligence sharing and disaster response. Trade pressure: With a U.S. tariff deadline looming Aug. 19, a CFIB survey says many Canadian exporters could lose big revenue, and Ottawa and Washington are reportedly drafting a deal to head off the 50% tariffs. Wildfire fallout: Western Canada’s smoke is pushing some communities into “very unhealthy” air, with Nelson topping pollution rankings as Environment Canada issues severe weather and wildfire-related warnings. Immigration updates: IRCC rolled out temporary measures for foreign workers, students and visitors whose status was disrupted by disasters, extending restoration time and easing re-entry steps. Cannabis & health research: Ottawa announced $24M for a Canadian Cannabis and Brain Health Consortium, while Organigram reported record quarterly revenues after buying a German medical cannabis firm. Public safety tech: Ontario’s procurement minister is urging a federal “all-out ban” on AI deepfakes and impersonations after major scam losses. Sports & culture: TIFF returns to Toronto with 293 titles, and a Montreal youth flag football team won an international championship in Canada.
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