AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoU.S.-Canada Trade Tensions: The U.S. is set to add a 50% tariff on Canadian whisky starting Aug. 19, after White House action tied to Canadian provinces restricting U.S. alcohol distribution—Canada says talks are ongoing and the duty could be reduced or removed. Border & Supply Chains: A new Gordie Howe International Bridge opened in Detroit/Windsor, aiming to ease trucking and travel, even as tariff threats keep straining ties. Workplace Safety: Canada still lacks a common standard for extreme heat at work, with research and reporting pointing to higher injury risk during heat waves. Food Prices Policy: Manitoba’s ban on “surveillance pricing” for groceries is now law, with other provinces watching closely as governments consider how to rein in algorithm-driven markups. Health & Tech: Health Canada approved Rejuva Fresh’s PicoPretty Q-Switched ND:YAG laser, expanding clinic options for tattoo removal and skin treatments. Energy & Industry: Domtar employees joined a U.S. pulp-and-paper fly-in to push for USMCA renewal and changes to trade rules, while Canada’s pipeline debate continues to focus on market access and pricing power.
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