AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoWorkforce & food security: Food Processing Skills Canada says Canada’s food and beverage manufacturing sector must hire about 173,000 workers by 2034 to cover growth and retirements, with operators in the biggest demand. Immigration at the border: IRCC published clear rules for work permits at ports of entry, including the two permit types (employer-specific vs open) and five reasons eligible applicants can still be refused. First Nations services: Peepeekisis Cree Nation in Saskatchewan opened the province’s first First Nations-owned funeral home, aiming to avoid holding funerals in school gyms. Agri-food financing: Farm Credit Canada announced a $1-billion project finance fund plus a $150-million equity fund to expand domestic agri-food processing capacity. Canada–EU pivot: Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is moving toward a new EU “associate member”-style alliance as he heads to the UN General Assembly next week, while U.S. and domestic critics warn it could complicate trade. Invasive species: CFIA confirmed the spotted lanternfly in Windsor, Ontario, urging quick reporting to limit spread. Transportation & recall: Volkswagen Canada recalled 44,000+ vehicles over a steering-rack bolt corrosion risk that could cause loss of steering. Mail changes: Canada Post will reduce door-to-door delivery in parts of Regina and Saskatoon by switching to community mailboxes.
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