AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoQuebec Politics: Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon says he’ll try to block the lieutenant governor from swearing in the new government, as the PQ returns to power with a minority mandate and promises another independence referendum later. Federal Procurement: Ottawa is moving to strengthen and “muscle up” the defence buying agency, giving it more independence and authority as it becomes a Crown corporation. Trade & Tariffs: Canada’s trade surplus jumped more than 430% in August, hitting a four-year high, as exporters rushed ahead of U.S. tariff moves. Aviation Safety: At LAX, a Delta jet clipped an Air Canada aircraft while taxiing/towing; both airlines report no injuries, and the FAA is investigating. Public Safety: U.S. authorities arrested a man tied to the Tumbler Ridge school shooting in B.C., alleging he helped with advice and live-streaming. Tech & Retail: DoorDash and Costco are teaming up across Canada, letting members shop 115 warehouses via the app. Housing & Cities: Metro Vancouver office construction fell to the lowest level in 15 years, with softer demand pushing some projects to pause or pivot. Vancouver Crime: Police arrested a man after e-scooter/e-dirt bike incidents involving alleged drugs and assaults on officers. Sports: Calgary Stampeders kicker Rene Paredes announced he’ll retire after the 2026 season.
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