AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoClimate: A new Climate Action Tracker analysis says current policies could drive warming to 2.7°C by century’s end, far beyond the 1.5°C goal. At COP31, Canada is also facing criticism over Prime Minister Mark Carney’s absence from the leaders’ summit. Nuclear Exports: AtkinsRéalis has signed a deal with Türkiye to study CANDU technology for a potential nuclear plant, a step toward expanding Canadian nuclear exports. Health: The Covid variant PJ.2.1 was first detected in Ontario and has since spread internationally. Early lab findings suggest it does not substantially evade antibodies from updated vaccines. Atlantic Conservation: Ottawa is investing $10 million in wild Atlantic salmon protection, supporting habitat restoration, monitoring and climate adaptation. Trade and Energy: Canada and India are aiming to wrap up trade-pact talks by year-end, with Canadian LNG among the potential areas of cooperation. A new report says Canada’s export ambitions depend on easing permitting hurdles and attracting more private-sector projects.
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