AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAI & Public Safety: Prime Minister Mark Carney launched a new National Council on Artificial Intelligence to guide Canada’s AI strategy, focusing on safer deployment, infrastructure, and protecting democracy. Telecom & Access: The CRTC is updating how cellphone coverage is reported, using clearer signal-strength thresholds and adding a way for Canadians to flag gaps in the national broadband map. Energy & Trade: Carney fast-tracked Alberta’s Pacific Link as a project of national interest, aiming to support “sustained growth” in the oilsands and diversify exports beyond the U.S. Health & Consumer Safety: Health Canada recalled rechargeable hand warmers (HotHands and OCOOPA) due to overheating and burn risk. Fraud Watch: New fraud schemes are exploiting trust, technology, and urgency to steal money and personal info. Sports & Community: Brantford’s Amalie Henze is spreading sepsis awareness, while Michael J. Fox was promoted to companion level in the Order of Canada for Parkinson’s advocacy. Local Climate Planning: Collingwood gave early approval to a climate adaptation plan through 2035.
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