AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHousing & Construction Tech: B.C. is showcasing made-in-B.C. housing innovations through DIGITAL’s Housing Growth Innovation program, backed by $9M, aiming to speed up planning, design, modular/offsite building, and workforce capacity. Municipal Infrastructure: Yorkton is pushing for federal help to expand its aging wastewater system as population growth strains capacity, with a public engagement push and a water quality survey planned. Local Development Watch: Martensville approved $1.34M from the Canada-Community Building Fund for Phase 1 upgrades to Centennial Drive North, including road replacement, storm sewer work, and safer sidewalks. Urban Pressure & Affordability: Equifax data flags rising non-mortgage debt stress in Calgary and Edmonton, with overdue payments climbing alongside housing and grocery costs. Policy & Governance: Ontario’s HST rebate rollout continues to frustrate developers, while Vancouver faces renewed scrutiny over claims about moving people ahead of the FIFA World Cup—city says there’s no evidence. Energy & Land Use: Canada’s first European LNG deal is set for Germany via the Ksi Lisims project near Prince Rupert, with deliveries expected in the early 2030s.
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