AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTax Relief Tech: The Parliamentary Budget Officer says automatic tax filing for eligible Canadians could average about $2,000 for some people, but the program would also cost hundreds of millions over the next few years. Defence Industry Access: A new BDC study flags a “three-speed” growth gap for small and medium-sized firms trying to break into Canada’s defence supply chain. World Cup Spotlight (Canada-Qatar): Canada plays Qatar in Vancouver today, with captain Alphonso Davies expected to be available; a win would put the team close to advancing. Business & Jobs (AI/Tech): Tactable is opening a Belfast delivery hub, creating 16 jobs, as Canadian firms expand their data and AI services abroad. Inclusion in Screen Workplaces: Pink Triangle Press launches “Pride in Production,” backed by the Canada Media Fund, to improve safety and inclusion for 2SLGBTQIA+ professionals in film, TV, streaming and gaming. Energy & Markets: The S&P/TSX fell as oil prices dropped after the U.S. and Iran reached an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Agriculture & Community: Westlock Terminals is donating five acres for a newcomer-focused farming initiative aimed at tackling food insecurity.
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