AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoJobs & Economy: Statistics Canada says Canada added 88,000 jobs in May and the unemployment rate fell to 6.6%—but economists warn trade uncertainty and a “technical recession” still loom. AI & Immigration: Ottawa unveiled an “AI for All” strategy and plans a faster work-permit stream for AI professionals via the Global Talent Stream, aiming to speed approvals and support permanent residence pathways. Public Safety Online Scams: The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre says deepfake investment fraud is rising fast, with reported losses topping $1.2B since 2022. Telecom Policy: A new argument for rebuilding Canada’s public telecoms points to big gaps in fiber deployment and public ownership versus other OECD countries. Energy & Industry: Spartan Controls opened a new Kitimat facility to support growing industrial and energy demand; and Canada’s steel sector gets a one-year tariff rate quota extension while unions push for tighter protections. Childcare: Alberta says it nearly hit CWELCC space targets early, but a childcare group warns funding may not cover all new licensed spots.
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