AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoWildfire Smoke Health Alerts (Metro Vancouver & B.C.): Metro Vancouver issued a “yellow” high-risk air quality warning for much of the region as wildfire smoke and fine particles (PM2.5) worsen, urging people to limit outdoor activity; an “orange” very high-risk warning is also in effect for parts of the Fraser Valley. Trade & Economy (Canada-U.S.): Canada-U.S. trade in goods and services fell by nearly $2B between early 2024 and the first quarter of 2026, with motor vehicles and parts down sharply as the U.S. ramps up pressure ahead of CUSMA talks. Public Safety (Quebec crash): Two teens died and a third passenger was critically injured after a speeding car crashed into the Atlantis gym in Laval; police say speed and no licence plate are factors. Health & Science (Ebola vaccine trials): Health Canada authorized Moderna to start Phase 1 clinical trials of an mRNA Ebola vaccine targeting the Bundibugyo strain, with manufacturing planned in Canada. Crime & Justice (Toronto retail crime): Toronto police say their organized retail crime unit has led to 546 arrests, 4,033 charges and $1.6M in recovered merchandise since 2024. Sports (Toronto): The Raptors signed Andre Jackson Jr.; the Blue Jays placed Trey Yesavage on the injured list with left knee inflammation. Arts (Toronto film): The Student Academy Awards winners were announced, with the ceremony set to be held at TIFF on Sept. 14.
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