AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCanada–U.S. Infrastructure: The Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Windsor is set to open July 27 after Canada and the U.S. struck a toll deal, ending months of uncertainty. Defence & Industry: Canada has selected German firm TKMS as the preferred supplier to negotiate 12 new submarines for the Royal Canadian Navy—its biggest-ever defence procurement—aimed at Arctic patrol and stronger NATO interoperability. Economy & Rates: The Bank of Canada is expected to hold its policy rate at 2.25% for a sixth straight time as oil prices ease and data improves. Immigration: IRCC has reshaped 2026 Express Entry draws with category-based selection and updated work-experience rules, including a 12-month-in-3-years requirement. Energy & Climate: A Nova Scotia upgrade to the Canadian Cancer Society’s Lodge That Gives will cut emissions and energy bills, while a separate debate continues over whether hydrogen injection can truly reduce carbon impacts. Public Safety: Toronto police report a mass shooting near St. Clair Ave. W. and Arlington Ave., with two dead and multiple injured. Wildlife: Canada approved an emergency rescue of 28 beluga whales from Marineland to accredited aquariums in the U.S. and Spain.
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