AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCanada-U.S. Trade Tensions: Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is “in a stronger position” after Trump’s forced-labour tariffs hit 60 countries, with new U.S. duties set to take effect Aug. 19 and Canada warning “everything is on the table” if talks fail. Gordie Howe Bridge: Canada is holding a Canada-only ribbon-cutting today for the Gordie Howe International Bridge in Windsor after Ottawa cancelled a joint U.S. event amid the tariff fight; traffic is due Monday. Forced-Labour Tariffs Explained: The U.S. replaced a temporary global tariff with 10%–12.5% duties under forced-labour rules, covering most imports but with major exemptions. Privacy & Tech: Windscribe says Canada’s Bill C-22 won’t change its logging or privacy policies as the Senate reviews the Lawful Access Act. Immigration Updates: IRCC published citizenship fees and processing timelines, plus language proof rules for applicants aged 18–54. Arctic Defence: Three CFB Esquimalt warships joined Operation LATITUDE, patrolling northern waters alongside NATO allies.
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