AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoOECD Economic Outlook: OECD downgraded Canada’s growth outlook, cutting 2026 and 2027 forecasts sharply and widening the gap versus the U.S., adding pressure to productivity and jobs planning. Rail Safety Week: North Bay OPP joined Operation Lifesaver’s Clear Track push, as Canada’s rail deaths rose to 959 in 2025; the campaign targets safer choices at crossings and against trespassing. Health Canada Compliance: Health Canada suspended a Grifols plasma collection site in Winnipeg over corrective-action and quality-management failures, raising workplace and donor-safety concerns. Labour & Immigration Policy: Federal legislation Bill C-39 (Building Canada Strong Act) aims to speed major project approvals and adjust federal labour framework timelines, while Canada also released new categories and conditions for skilled workers seeking permanent residence. Northern Ontario Film Jobs: FedNor announced $850,145 for Cultural Industries Ontario North to grow music, film and TV production in Sudbury, expected to support about 45 full-time jobs. Security in Schools: Nine Islamic schools across Canada were placed on high alert after threatening emails, with police investigating hate-motivated threats. Workplace/HR Angle: A Winnipeg-area rail and arena construction story highlights ongoing demand for skilled trades and local hires tied to major infrastructure projects.
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