AGP Executive Report
Last update: 32 minutes agoRoad Safety: Alberta RCMP warn 2026 could be the deadliest year for traffic fatalities in a decade, with 192 deaths recorded by Aug. 31 and a projected 274 if the fall pattern holds. Federal-Provincial Politics: PM Mark Carney heads to a Liberal caucus meeting in Ottawa as the fall sitting nears, with fuel excise tax extension legislation among early priorities. Canada-EU Push: The EU has offered Canada “associate member” status, a largely symbolic step that Ottawa is trying to turn into real cooperation as it seeks to reduce US dependence. Quebec & Atlantic Watch: A Quebec ferry failed to properly hand over before hitting a dock, while Nova Scotia’s NexGold begins early works at its Goldboro gold project ahead of construction. Public Safety & Crime: An Ottawa mayoral candidate faces charges over alleged death threats targeting Doug Ford and Mark Sutcliffe. Health & Time Changes: Manitoba is moving to permanent daylight time after overwhelming support in a provincial survey. Wildlife Incident: A diver was hospitalized after a rare great white shark encounter off Quebec’s Gaspé coast. Sports: Ottawa adds veteran Ben Hutton to a professional tryout as NHL camp ramps up.
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