AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDefence Innovation: Ottawa is funding a new drone research and development hub in Mirabel, Que., with nearly $30M over two years to help move unmanned systems from lab to field. Trade & Agriculture: Canada suspended animal exports from Texas over New World screwworm risk, while CUSMA uncertainty continues to ripple through North American pork supply chains. Energy & Industry Deals: Greenfire is set to buy Connacher Oil and Gas for about $900M (C$1.277B), and Alphamin Resources reported stronger tin results, pointing to momentum in Congo’s tin market. Markets & Consumers: A BCG report says spending growth is widening the gap—income gains are fully supporting higher spending only for the top 20% of earners, with others leaning on savings, portfolios and borrowing. Business & Tech: OSFI warned banks and insurers about AI cyber risks, and a study finds TCFD-aligned climate reporting helped Canadian firms attract more foreign investment after tariff shocks. Local Economy: The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority picked a consortium led by FlatironDragados to build Roberts Bank Terminal 2’s marine works, a major expansion aimed at boosting trade capacity.
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