AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoRunway Safety Crunch: Airports are racing to meet Canada’s 2027 Runway End Safety Area deadline, but the upgrades mean more temporary closures, shorter runways, and schedule pressure for airlines. Immigration & Housing Pressure: A temporary reception centre in Bradford, Ont. is set to open in September to help asylum seekers stabilize with short-term housing and support, aiming to ease strain on shelters. Labour Market Watch: Greater Sudbury added 1,400 jobs in July even as unemployment ticked up to 6.5%, a sign more people are re-entering the workforce. GTA Housing Shift: Toronto’s market is starting to tighten as listings fall, with TRREB suggesting the city may be moving toward a more “balanced” cycle. Affordable Retail Squeeze: Dryden, Ont.’s Salvation Army thrift store will close Oct. 16, shrinking low-cost shopping options for residents. Waterfront Growth: Toronto opened 10 new acres at Biidaasige Park, expanding public access and reconnecting shoreline and the Don River. Border Infrastructure: Alberta’s Wild Horse crossing is included in a federal land border upgrade plan, with hopes for more consistent hours to reduce bottlenecks.
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