AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCanadian Tax Burden: A new Fraser Institute report says the top 20% of income-earning families in Canada pay nearly two-thirds of personal income taxes, while the bottom 20% pay a tiny share—fueling debate over whether rate hikes would be fair or effective. AI in the Workplace: Microsoft is rolling out new controls in Teams that let meeting organizers turn AI features on or off after user backlash over Copilot-style monitoring. Defence Tech: Canada has selected Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems as the preferred supplier to negotiate its next submarine fleet, with first deliveries targeted for 2034. AI Infrastructure in Canada: Meta plans a major AI data centre build-out in Alberta, positioning the project as a sovereignty and capacity play. Wildlife & Climate: Researchers warn grey whales are dying in higher numbers along B.C. and the U.S. West Coast, with warming climate flagged as a possible factor. Energy Transition: A new look at heavy-truck electrification argues batteries are beating hydrogen fuel cells for now, based on practical deployment trade-offs. Trade Talks: India and Canada wrapped a third CEPA negotiation round in Ottawa, aiming to finish the deal in 2026.
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