AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCanada-US Trade & Politics: PM Mark Carney told investors Canada won’t build its future on a return to the old U.S. relationship, saying “nostalgia is not a strategy” as tariffs keep pressure on cross-border ties. Investment Summit Push: The Canada Investment Summit wrapped with nearly $500B in new commitments, alongside a “productivity mega deduction” corporate tax cut and a plan to open Canada’s four largest airports to private operators while keeping federal land and assets. EU Pivot: Carney heads to Europe to deepen ties, pitching a “unique alliance” with the EU and urging ratification of the trade deal. AI, Power & Data Centres: Alberta’s “digital refining” pitch faces divided public sentiment, while Bell is betting big on a 1.2-gigawatt AI data centre campus near Regina. Climate Resilience: Hamilton received $210K for climate adaptation, including a possible nature-based “sponge plaza.” Economy Watch: Canada’s inflation held at 3% in August, keeping the Bank of Canada cautious. Trade Fallout for Retailers: Grocers are shifting sourcing and labeling to avoid U.S. products as “buy Canadian” pressure grows.
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