AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDefence & Arctic Security: Canada is set to buy Australia’s over-the-horizon radar in a record A$2.5B (about US$1.75B) deal, with the system aimed at early warning and long-range surveillance across the Arctic; Australia says it’s its biggest defence export and delivery is slated to begin July 1. Nuclear Strategy: Energy Minister Tim Hodgson is scheduled to announce a federal nuclear push that targets building more large-scale reactors in Canada and expanding exports of Canadian CANDU technology. Housing Politics: Ontario’s Ford government is being criticized for going quiet on whether it will update its once-prominent housing tracker tied to the 1.5M homes goal, while GTA new-home sales show some lift from the HST rebate. Municipal Governance: Toronto community land trusts say the October municipal election could decide whether they can preserve thousands of affordable rental units, urging more city funding. Public Safety & Rights: CBC reports Ontario’s FOI law changes now block access to Doug Ford’s daily ministerial calendar, and Montreal’s police chief will meet privately with city officials over racism allegations. Health Policy: A CBC report says Ottawa capped therapy sessions for asylum seekers and refugees at 10 hours a year, sparking pushback. Culture & Diplomacy: Royal Roads University is partnering with BCIT to offer courses on Vancouver Island, while Canada’s ties with India are described as improving under Carney-Modi rapport.
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