AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoDefence Procurement: Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada has picked German shipbuilder TKMS as preferred supplier for up to 12 new submarines under the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project, calling it the largest defence deal in Canadian history and pointing to delivery starting in the early 2030s and submarines built on the Type 212CD design used by Germany and Norway. NATO Summit: Carney is in Ankara for the NATO summit, expected to highlight Canada’s defence spending push and new partnerships as allies press for higher investment. Flood Response: A Canadian Armed Forces reconnaissance team is assessing needs in Manitoba’s Parkland region after major flooding, with engineering specialists and Team Rubicon Canada supporting recovery planning. Energy Costs: BC Hydro is rolling out free smart thermostats for eligible households, aiming to cut energy use and bills through its Peak Saver program. Trade Uncertainty: Reports say the Trump administration has decided not to renew USMCA, raising fresh concerns for border trade and jobs in places like Laredo. Food Security: Ottawa launched a National Food Security Strategy backed by $3B over 10 years, targeting lower grocery costs and more competition. Recall Alert: Oribe Serene Scalp Densifying Shampoo is being recalled in the U.S. and Canada after bacteria linked to serious risk for some people was detected.
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