AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCanada-U.S. Trade Talks: A tentative deal is taking shape that could cut U.S. tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum to 25% and bring auto tariffs down to 15%, after Trump paused the threatened 50% duties for three days to finalize paperwork. Team Canada Coordination: Prime Minister Mark Carney briefed premiers and reiterated the push for the best possible market access, while B.C. Premier David Eby said substantial progress has been made. Prairie Impact: Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe called the pause a win for businesses and said the province is hoping for smaller levies on steel, aluminum, lumber and autos. Local Reactions: People at the Niagara Falls border said they feel cautious hope but expect tariff reversals. Competition Watch: The Competition Bureau asked the tribunal to block Nortera Foods’ acquisition of B&G Foods Canada brands Green Giant and Le Sieur. Business & Finance: RBC named former Ontario cabinet minister Caroline Mulroney as vice chair. Public Health: Health Canada revised serious adverse reaction counts tied to plasma clinics owned by Grifols. Housing Pipeline: Evan Siddall was appointed inaugural chair of Build Canada Homes. Energy & Climate: Canada announced a major clean-energy investment plan for Labrador, including hydro and wind upgrades.
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