AGP Executive Report
Last update: 24 minutes agoCanada–U.S. trade war: A new Nanos/CTV poll finds 80% of Canadians back Ottawa’s dollar-for-dollar counter-tariffs and 85% support walking away from a U.S. deal, with 74% saying the U.S. isn’t a trustworthy ally—sentiment tied closely to Trump’s tariff push. Markets & rates: Investors are weighing Fed uncertainty after Christopher Waller signalled possible rate stability in September, while U.S. job growth and services activity keep the macro picture mixed. Business impact at home: A federal $11.6M package backs 10 Saskatoon-area projects to help firms absorb tariff-driven costs via automation, equipment and new markets. Infrastructure debate: An opinion piece argues Canada’s infrastructure costs are 2–5x higher than peers, scaring off private capital and dragging down returns. Consumer & retail: Toronto retailers say tariffs are boosting demand for Canadian-made goods, while Unifor welcomed CRTC steps to improve discoverability of Canadian content on streaming platforms. Public safety: Storm-related outages in Huron and Perth prompted reminders on food and water safety for households and businesses.
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