AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCanada-Economy Clash: Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says Prime Minister Mark Carney is dodging accountability after StatCan reported a second straight quarterly GDP contraction, calling it “not technical” recession and pushing for an emergency debate. Defence Industry Push: Thales Canada and Lockheed Martin Canada move forward on River-class destroyer sonar work, while Ottawa also weighs a potential shift in its F-35 modernization plan toward a mixed fleet with Saab Gripen. Indigenous Power Partnership: Six First Nations near Lake Superior boost their stake in the East-West Tie transmission line to 20%, backed by a provincial guarantee. World Cup Business: FIFA struck a late broadcast deal with India’s Zee Entertainment for the 2026 tournament, ending a rights standoff. Energy & Trade: Canada’s natural gas exports to non-U.S. markets hit record levels in March, and LNG supply talks continue to broaden Europe’s access to B.C. gas. Agriculture & Food: A report argues farmland protection needs a “system” approach, and new irrigation scheduling tech aims to help Prairie farmers use water more efficiently. Sports Governance: The ICC suspended Cricket Canada’s membership, though Canadian teams can still play in sanctioned events.
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