AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoBank of Canada Holds Rate: The Bank of Canada kept its policy rate at 2.25% for a seventh straight decision, warning that renewed U.S. tariffs and the Middle East conflict are among the risks to inflation and growth. Quebec Election Fallout: On day seven of the Quebec campaign, Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon faced questions after Elections Canada records showed multiple donations to the federal Liberals in 2004-2008. Gas Tax Relief Extended: Ottawa is extending the federal gasoline and diesel excise tax suspension through Jan. 31, 2027, with a phased return starting Feb. 1. Canada-U.S. Trade Tensions: The trade fight continues to spill into politics and rhetoric, with Trump again targeting Canada over tariffs and Canada preparing counter-tariffs. Marineland Beluga Rescue: The rescue of 30 beluga whales from the closed Marineland in Niagara Falls is complete, with the final six arriving in the U.S. Tech and Finance: Coinbase launched regulated crypto derivative contracts for eligible Canadians, while KPMG Canada announced ISO 42001 certification for AI governance. Public Safety: Ottawa police are seeking witnesses after an overnight stabbing on Rochester Street, and BC Highway Patrol ticketed a Tesla driver in North Vancouver for allegedly sleeping at the wheel.
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