AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoWestern Unity Under Strain: Western premiers and northern leaders are heading to Alberta’s Kananaskis for a two-day summit on trade, energy security, defence and “nation-building” — but the big subtext is separatism after Premier Danielle Smith announced an Oct. 19 referendum on whether Alberta should remain in Canada or trigger a binding separation vote. Pipeline & Power Politics: B.C. Premier David Eby is expected to press the awkward pipeline fight, with tensions also tied to how Ottawa prioritizes projects. World Cup Spotlight in Ottawa: Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed FIFA chief Gianni Infantino to Ottawa for the World Cup trophy tour, touting $755M over five years for soccer development as Canada prepares for June 12 kick-off in Toronto. Labour Pressure in Nova Scotia: Nova Scotia says a union of about 3,500 long-term care workers refused to return to talks as the strike enters its sixth week, while the province points to a contract offer with wage gains and pension improvements.
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