AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTrade War Watch: Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is intensifying talks with the U.S. over Trump’s proposed 50% tariffs, but won’t retaliate “in advance,” warning “everything is on the table” if measures take effect Aug. 19. Market Pulse: The S&P/TSX rose more than 200 points as investors digested tariff headlines; the Canadian dollar held around 71 cents US and oil slipped back near $89. Policy & Health: Canada’s updated cigarette packaging rules add new rotating graphic warnings and text printed on individual cigarettes, with implementation dates shifting for retailers and manufacturers. Food & Community: A Montreal chef-led non-profit is tackling food insecurity by recovering restaurant meals instead of wasting them. Business & Immigration: Canada’s Start-up Visa targets founders with globally competitive, scalable tech and innovation, including a letter of support from a designated investor or incubator. Labour & Central Banking: The Bank of Canada was ordered again to stop using replacement workers during a security strike, after a federal labour board ruling. Public Safety: A media advisory outlines a July 27 announcement on efforts to prevent gun and gang violence in New Westminster. Corporate Moves: Air Canada and Airbus launched a C$13.7M platform to help finance domestic sustainable aviation fuel projects.
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