AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoToronto Violence: Two people were killed and four others seriously injured in a shooting at Toronto’s Salsa on St. Clair festival, with police saying there was an exchange of gunfire and two firearms recovered as investigators process multiple crime scenes and no arrests are reported. Parliament & Appointments: Prime Minister Mark Carney made his first Senate appointments, naming four new senators and moving away from the non-partisan criteria used for upper-chamber picks, while also planning changes to the advisory committee. U.S.-Canada Infrastructure: The Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Windsor is set to open July 27 after a Canada-U.S. toll deal, despite Trump’s earlier threats to block it. Trade Talks: India and Canada wrapped the third round of CEPA negotiations in Ottawa, reporting “positive progress” and aiming to conclude the trade pact in 2026. Energy Politics: Commentary and reporting keep circling “energy sovereignty” and pipeline plans as Ottawa tries to reassure investors amid U.S. uncertainty. Quebec Economy: Quebec’s video game industry faces layoffs and cutbacks as studios respond to a tougher market and shrinking support. Workplace Rights: Nova Scotia is under pressure to outlaw “tip theft,” with advocates saying other provinces already have protections for gratuities.
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