AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoStorm Response: A landslide risk forced the evacuation of 22 properties in Zeballos, B.C., as heavy rain and strong winds battered Vancouver Island. Search and Rescue: Avalanche dog groups say Parks Canada’s cancellation of its K9 program could weaken rescue capacity and put the public and responders at risk. Immigration: Ottawa plans to grant up to 200,000 temporary residents permanent status in 2027, on top of annual targets of 380,000 permanent and 370,000 temporary residents through 2029. Jobs: Canada lost 4,700 jobs in October as unemployment climbed to 6.7%, adding to concerns about a stalled labour market. Defence and Security: The federal budget sets aside $1.8 billion for drones, while experts warn that military reliance on U.S. firm Palantir’s software could expose data and leave Canada dependent on foreign technology.
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