AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoB.C. Election: The Conservatives have won a historic majority, ending nine years of NDP rule. Their plans to expand LNG and ease emissions rules put the province’s environmental direction in focus. Volcano Safety: Federal scientists say Mount Garibaldi, Mount Cayley and Mount Meager lack recommended monitoring, despite risks to nearby communities and key transport links. They’re seeking support for a proposed Canadian volcano observatory. Household Costs: Ottawa’s planned $2-billion heat-pump and retrofit program aims to help up to 820,000 households switch to more efficient heating; rebate amounts and eligibility are still to come. Canada’s Partnerships: Mark Carney will host EU leaders in Montréal Oct. 29–30, with a former envoy urging concrete gains on trade, research and security. Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince is also due in Ottawa this week for talks on investment, energy and defence. Health Care: A survey found 48% of Canadians have used the internet or AI to self-diagnose, while two-thirds said they skipped booking a doctor’s appointment because they expected difficulty getting seen. Research: Ottawa has announced $880 million to support the next generation of Canadian researchers and research institutions.
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