AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAI for All Strategy: Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled Canada’s long-awaited national AI plan, aiming to boost business adoption from just over 12% to 60% by 2034, create up to 250,000 jobs, and add $200B in growth, with major funding for AI companies and data-centre buildout. Trade & Tariffs: Canada’s trade team says it made “some progress” in Washington on CUSMA talks, while the U.S. pushes forced-labour-related tariff measures that could ripple through Canadian exporters. Canada–Korea Industry Push: Canada and South Korea expanded cooperation in energy security and critical minerals, with potential CA$100B economic impact and tens of thousands of jobs. Forestry Turnaround: Forest ministers agreed old timber methods won’t work; a new action plan is coming after a task force flagged homegrown barriers like regulation, weak manufacturing investment, and low domestic demand. Quebec Language Law: Quebec tabled Bill 8 to extend French rules to adult education and vocational training, drawing backlash from English-language institutions. Postal Deal: Canada Post workers ratified new contracts through 2029, ending a dispute marked by strikes and government intervention. Northern Lights: A strong geomagnetic storm watch raises odds of auroras across Canada. Sports: Canada’s women beat the U.S. in the Volleyball Nations League for the first time; and in hockey, reports say Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin requested a trade.
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