AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoJobs & Recession Debate: Canada added about 88,000 jobs in May and the unemployment rate fell to 6.6% from 6.9%, easing worries after a “technical recession” marked by two quarters of GDP contraction. Economy Watch: The C.D. Howe Institute says it’s too early to slap on the recession label, pointing to uneven weakness and signs some sectors are still growing. BoC Outlook: A Reuters poll suggests the Bank of Canada is likely to hold its overnight rate at 2.25% through 2026, despite energy-driven inflation risks. AI Push: Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled “AI for All,” aiming to boost GDP by about $200B, create 250,000 AI jobs, and raise AI adoption to 60% by 2034, alongside a national AI literacy push. Work Permits: Ottawa plans to fast-track work permits for AI professionals via the Global Talent Stream, with processing potentially in 20 days or less. Quebec Health Policy: Quebec’s health minister will table a bill to protect teens from energy drinks, though one MNA may delay action until after the fall election. Environment Week Funding: Canada’s Environmental Damages Fund will back 12 nature restoration and conservation projects in Quebec, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland and Labrador with $4M+ in support. Postal Service: Canada Post reported Q1 parcel volumes down 17.2% and a pre-tax loss tied to ongoing service and confidence challenges.
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