AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAI and Jobs: Statistics Canada found no broad evidence that AI has reduced hiring or increased job separations in Canada since ChatGPT launched, including among younger workers. Clean Energy: Canada and the EU agreed to deepen cooperation on critical minerals, grids, battery storage and energy security, while Canada is also joining Europe’s supercomputing network. Environmental Safeguards: Scientists are urging Ottawa to amend the Building Canada Strong Act, warning that faster project approvals could weaken protections for ecosystems and wildlife. Lake Huron Fish Kill: Bruce Power faces two federal Fisheries Act charges after an estimated 8.1 million fish died near its nuclear plant in 2025; the company’s report cited failures to adapt to changing conditions. AI Investment: Ottawa plans to invest up to $1.6 billion in Cohere, with the company required to remain headquartered in Canada and build computing infrastructure here. Health Research: A retired Air Force pilot with ALS is pressing for $50 million in federal research funding to investigate the disease, including a possible link to military service.
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