AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEU Pivot/Trade War: Prime Minister Mark Carney is exploring a new “associate member” status with the European Union as Ottawa tries to reduce dependence on the U.S., with talks reportedly covering freer movement for goods, services and workers plus cooperation in energy, AI, defence and critical minerals. Investment Summit: Industry Minister Mélanie Joly says Ottawa is confident it can secure deals and MOUs at Carney’s Toronto investment summit as global funds pitch Canadian projects. Quebec Secularism: Quebec’s new prayer restrictions are reshaping rules at public workplaces and universities, including Montreal’s STM ending prayer on agency property. Ukraine Support: Canada is reportedly looking to expand its financial assistance role for Ukraine to strengthen EU ties. Sports (Wheelchair Basketball): Canada stayed undefeated at the wheelchair basketball worlds in Ottawa, beating Brazil 80-37 behind Arinn Young’s 23 points. Local Business (Vancouver): Vancouver’s first licensed weekend child care for school-aged kids opened in Champlain Heights, targeting a major gap for weekend workers. Tech/Ads: Apple Maps is adding paid business ads in Canada and the U.S., showing up in search results and a “Suggested Places” section.
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