AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDefence Procurement & Jobs: Prime Minister Mark Carney named German shipbuilder TKMS as the preferred bidder to supply Canada’s next submarine fleet under the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project, aiming to buy up to 12 Type 212CD boats with first deliveries expected by 2033 and delivery by 2034; Carney framed it as the largest defence purchase in Canadian history with major economic impact across the country. Trade & Skills: Toyota will invest $3.6B to expand pickup production in Texas, creating 2,000+ jobs and shifting part of Tacoma output from Mexico to the U.S. over about four years. Workplace & HR Signals: BC Hydro launched a free smart thermostat registration program (Peak Saver pre-enrolment) with devices supplied by Canadian firms Mysa and Sinopé, supporting household energy savings while boosting local tech providers. Industry Growth Push: India’s leather and footwear sector was urged to target $15B in exports over 5–6 years, highlighting how trade deals and workforce skills are being used to drive hiring and expansion. Labour Market Context: Reports also pointed to uncertainty around USMCA renewal, with border communities warning it could slow jobs and manufacturing if the deal ends.
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