AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMeta Data Centre: Alberta Premier Danielle Smith used a radio call-in to reassure residents that Meta’s $13B-plus Edmonton-area data centre won’t raise utility bills or strain water, with surplus power planned until a new Greenlight Electricity Centre plant comes online. Cross-Border Infrastructure: Canada and Michigan confirmed the Gordie Howe International Bridge will open July 27 after a toll-and-governance deal, ending delays tied to U.S.-Canada disputes. Financial Crime Compliance: Atlantic Lottery paid a $212K FINTRAC administrative penalty for three anti-money-laundering violations, including suspicious transaction reporting and internal rule-keeping. Food & Energy Policy: New reporting says over 30% of Canadian canola acres feed biofuels, drawing industry players into policy debates over renewable diesel and biodiesel. Climate-Resilient Crops: Researchers are testing gene tech to help canola handle heat and drought while boosting soil carbon storage. Public Safety & Recovery: Manitoba launched a flood recovery program for June storm impacts, with in-person help and provincial financial assistance available. Online Misinformation Plan: A federal memo on tackling false and misleading information reportedly leaves key “legal action” details heavily redacted. World Cup Impact: Coca-Cola sales jumped in France during the tournament, with Powerade among the biggest gainers. Sports Loss: South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams, 25, died days after the World Cup exit.
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