AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoBrain Drain, Canada-Style: TD Economics warns Canada is becoming a “feeder system” for the U.S., with not just homegrown talent but also immigrants and international students using Canada as a launchpad before moving for bigger pay and faster innovation. Housing Power Reality Check: Ontario’s “strong mayor” push hasn’t translated into homes—Toronto reporting finds only a tiny share of mayoral decisions directly target housing, with some used to block projects. Defence Industry Boost: CANSEC is set to expand sharply as Carney prioritizes rebuilding Canada’s military, drawing more defence tech firms and attendees. Great Bear Sea Protection: Ottawa and six First Nations signed on to create a new National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, aiming to protect up to 6,700 sq km of coastal waters. Privacy vs. Lawful Access: Apple and Google are formally asking for judicial oversight changes to Bill C-22, warning ministers could order secret technical changes to encryption. Trade Reset Watch: India and Canada are pressing to finish CEPA/FTA talks by year-end, targeting a jump to $50B by 2030.
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