AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAuto Industry: Industry Minister Mélanie Joly is meeting Stellantis, Unifor and Ontario officials after Stellantis sold its Brampton plant to Roshel. More than 2,000 workers have been laid off since the plant was idled, and Ottawa faces questions over the automaker’s commitments and workers’ future. Trade: Canada’s ambassador to Washington warns U.S. tariffs and policy uncertainty are raising investment costs. Ottawa is also renewing efforts to remove provincial trade barriers as it pursues stronger ties with India and other partners. Foreign Policy: Prime Minister Mark Carney is meeting European leaders in Ireland before travelling to Asia. Canada will also bar Russian and Belarusian players and officials from entering for the World Junior Hockey Championship, even if they hold valid visas.** Immigration:** Ottawa is moving to speed up permanent-residence processing for some workers and families, as its broader immigration plans draw criticism over a shift from election promises.
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