AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoCanada-U.S.-Mexico Trade Talks: Business leaders are split as Ottawa weighs a July 1 CUSMA review deadline—some want speed to reduce uncertainty, others warn rushing could mean costly concessions. Currency & Rates: The loonie slid near an eight-week low as traders looked to upcoming jobs data and the Bank of Canada rate decision, with oil prices and trade worries adding pressure. Energy & Climate Costs: A report says the Iran conflict could add about $648 to the average Ontario household’s fuel bill this year, while cities are pushing Ottawa for cleaner energy investment after extreme-weather impacts. Solar in Saskatchewan: Ottawa is putting $15M into the Turning Sun Solar project near Estevan, a 100-megawatt build with 10% Indigenous ownership. Food & Agriculture: CFIA backed away from proposed beef traceability changes after industry backlash, while Canada also moves to limit livestock imports from Texas after a confirmed screwworm case. Travel Disruption: Sunwing and WestJet suspend all Cuba vacations indefinitely, citing the deepening crisis. World Cup Culture: The official FIFA 2026 album lands with 45 artists and major collaborations, as Canada prepares for the tournament with a home friendly draw against Ireland.
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