AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTrade War Escalation: The U.S. says it’s imposing 50% tariffs on Canadian goods like motor vehicles, alcohol, and dairy, using a Section 338 move even as USMCA talks continue—Canada’s PM Mark Carney says the measures breach the trade pact and leaders are meeting to coordinate next steps. Economic Fallout: Economists estimate the new duties could hit about 5% of Canada’s exports to the U.S., with trade lawyers warning the threat is serious and job risks could follow as demand shifts. Provincial Pressure Points: Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette calls supply management “non-negotiable” while Doug Ford urges Canada to respond with unity and possible retaliation. Defence & Industry: Canada became an observer in the UK-Japan-Italy Global Combat Air Programme, gaining access but no purchase commitment. Aerospace/Infrastructure: TC Energy has flipped the switch on a natural gas pipeline and compressor station near Grande Prairie/Edson. Agriculture & Business: Saskatchewan’s Ag in Motion draws thousands and spotlights drone spraying and new crop tech. Workplace Safety: WorkSafeBC warns employers to protect workers from heat stress as Environment Canada issues heat alerts.
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