AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoGreenland Energy dispute: Greenland’s mineral resources ministry says a Texas-linked oil firm shipped drilling equipment to Greenland without authorization, warning it may require removal or licensing depending on wetlands rules. Wildfire watch: BC Wildfire Service reports no substantial growth on the Bald Range fire overnight, but warns thunderstorm-driven erratic winds could change conditions. Immigration enforcement amid protests: CBSA “raided” a Calgary protest site of international graduates after many PGWP applications were rejected, with participants alleging earlier eligibility interpretations and consultancy-linked issues. AI data centre backlash in Alberta: NDP critics say Alberta’s “Wild West” approach to proposed AI data centres lacks a framework for power, community impacts, and protections. U.S. ambassador pressure campaign: A petition seeks to have U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra declared persona non grata, citing alleged interference; it’s headed to Parliament. Human rights diplomacy: Canada joined a growing group of countries condemning Iran’s executions of protesters, while Iran’s foreign minister accused France and others of hypocrisy. Childcare capacity in Banff: Banff council moved toward expanding its Child Care Centre, funding early design work for a potential multi-million-dollar addition. Payments sovereignty debate: EU leaders push alternatives to U.S.-run card systems and the digital euro to reduce geopolitical risk from foreign payment networks. Trade and investment pitch: Manitoba plans to pitch “Port of Churchill Plus” to investors at a Toronto summit hosted by the federal government.
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