AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTrade: Canada and the UAE signed a free-trade deal after 47 days of negotiations and agreed to begin extradition-treaty talks, as Ottawa looks to diversify trade ties. U.S. talks remain uncertain: a Canadian official says progress is limited, despite a slight recent intensification. First Nations: Leaders welcomed new commitments from Ottawa, including $2.5 billion over five years for emergency response and rebuilding, and talks on a First Nations sovereign wealth fund. Canada-EU ties: Leaders meet in Montreal this week, aiming to launch an “Alliance for the Future” and deepen cooperation on trade, defence, education and research. Housing: Canada’s price correction remains concentrated in Ontario and B.C.; the national benchmark fell to its lowest level since February 2021. Business: Restaurant sales are rising, but 67% of operators report lower profits than a year ago as food and labour costs squeeze margins.
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