AGP Executive Report
Last update: 25 minutes agoCanada–U.S. Tariffs: Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc and chief negotiator Janice Charette meet U.S. Trade Rep Jamieson Greer again in Washington as a new round of 50% tariffs looms Aug. 19, with Ottawa pushing for relief and the U.S. demanding concessions. Diplomacy Backlash: More than 110,000 Canadians have signed a petition calling for the removal of U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra, accusing him of normalizing Trump’s threats toward Canada. Defence Policy: Canada’s defence minister orders a review of a 2025 directive on which languages are used inside military workplaces. Immigration Enforcement: A Canadian fugitive wanted since 1991 for sexual assault has been arrested by ICE in California after 30 years on the run. Consumer Safety: Costco Canada recalls Greek Gods’ Honey Yogurt and Organic Yogurt Plain over potential mould. Infrastructure & Travel: The Gordie Howe International Bridge opens, adding a major new Canada–U.S. crossing. Culture & Identity: Miss Universe Canada contestants apologize after Indigenous-inspired costume criticism. Sports Media: CBC expands curling coverage with new broadcast deals for Grand Slam of Curling and Rock League.
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