AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoWildfire Crisis in B.C.: A deadly wildfire near Okanagan Lake forced about 20,000 people to flee, with Mexican crews joining the fight as officials warned of significant overnight growth and damage assessment still underway. Air Canada Financials & Aeroplan Move: Air Canada reported a C$178M quarterly loss as jet fuel costs jumped nearly 50% year over year, while selling a 25% Aeroplan stake for $2.5B to Blackstone and La Caisse. Aviation Disruption: Porter Airlines cancelled a Victoria-to-Toronto flight after a child refused to wear a seatbelt, with passengers disembarking due to safety concerns. Sports—Tennis in Toronto: Coco Gauff reached the National Bank Open semifinals via Belinda Bencic’s hip-injury withdrawal, while Elena Rybakina beat Naomi Osaka to set up a Toronto semi-final showdown. Space Tech in Quebec: A new Canadian-made CHORUS control centre was unveiled ahead of the satellite’s launch. Micromobility in Edmonton: City council is reviewing where e-scooters and e-bikes can operate and park, after residents raised safety and accessibility concerns. Ottawa Flood Recovery Event: Ottawa Strong: After the Storm is seeking vendors for a Sept. 1 community recovery benefit at Britannia Park. Vancouver Housing/First Nations: New documents suggest up to 300,000 acres of Crown land could be transferred to Vancouver Island First Nations as treaty work continues.
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