AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTariff Threats vs. Real Help: Ontario Premier Doug Ford called U.S. President Donald Trump’s wildfire-smoke tariff talk “rubbish,” arguing Canada needs support, not threats—an issue that could spill into cross-border infrastructure and construction planning. Inflation Watch: Economists say June CPI cooled to 2.8% on cheaper gas, but broader price pressures are still sticky, keeping the Bank of Canada cautious on rate cuts. Industrial Real Estate Deals: Brookfield and CPP Investments agreed to buy LXP Industrial Trust for US$5.2B, while Brookfield’s private equity arm is also paying $1.6B for Edmonton-based Gregg Distributors—both signals of continued appetite for logistics and essential services. Alberta Housing Supply: New home construction in Edmonton and Calgary is slipping (down 21% year-to-date), with builders pointing to a market still catching up to demand. BC Construction Outlook: BuildForce Canada forecasts softer residential construction through 2035, with non-residential activity peaking near-term before easing. Wildfire Pressure on Communities: B.C. wildfire counts jumped past 100 after lightning, with evacuations and air-quality risks affecting daily life and local operations. Mortgage Advice Shift: New REMIC/Abacus data finds young Canadians increasingly use AI for mortgage and financial guidance, even though many don’t think it’s regulated like broker advice.
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