AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoData Centres & Power Rules: Ontario says AI data centres must deliver “community benefits” and meet new provincial priorities before getting grid access, with Energy Minister Stephen Lecce warning companies it’s “not your right” to plug in—while the detailed criteria are still not public. Housing & Cities: Vancouver City Council approved a major downtown redevelopment anchored by a proposed 1,034-ft tower and a large hotel component, as the city continues to push densification. Jobs & Immigration Debate: New research from the CFIB argues youth aren’t avoiding work because of foreign workers; instead, many young Canadians say they won’t take overnight, outdoor, seasonal, or minimum-wage roles common in temporary foreign worker jobs. Wildfire Climate Pressure: The EU says wildfire response must shift toward forest management, prevention funding, and public education as climate change accelerates risk—after extreme blazes in France and Spain. Trade & Tariffs: Reports say Trump’s new 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods could hit border communities like Point Roberts, raising prices and straining cross-border commerce. Local Finance & Investing: A new explainer challenges the “dividend snowball” idea, noting dividend ETFs can compound but may lag broader markets depending on fees and sector bets.
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