AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoBank of Canada Holds Line: The Bank of Canada kept its key rate at 2.25% for a fifth straight meeting, saying the economy is weak and inflation is rising from higher energy prices, with officials warning they won’t allow those increases to become persistent. Trade Tensions: U.S. President Donald Trump said he’s “not looking to renew” CUSMA/USMCA, arguing the U.S. doesn’t need anything from Canada or Mexico while claiming trade deficits should be addressed. USMCA Agriculture Push: An American Soybean Association leader urged lawmakers to protect long-term USMCA stability, citing duty-free access and science-based rules that help farmers plan amid uncertainty. Canada-U.S. Infrastructure: The $5B Gordie Howe International Bridge is set to open Friday, despite Trump’s earlier threats to block it, adding a major new Windsor-Detroit crossing. Aviation Shock: Police charged former Air Canada captain Geoffrey Wall, accused of flying 900+ trips over nearly 17 years without the required licence. World Cup Kickoff in Canada: Canada’s World Cup party begins Friday in Toronto as they host Bosnia & Herzegovina, with Alphonso Davies spotlighted as the face of the host team. Livestock Biosecurity: Canada temporarily restricted entry of certain Texas livestock after a second New World screwworm case was confirmed in South Texas. Telecom Watchdog: Canada’s CCTS found more than two-thirds of telecom/TV providers had at least some compliance issues with public complaint-awareness rules.
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