AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoWildfire & drought: B.C.’s Ainslie Creek fire saw reduced growth as smoke and suppression held the line near Highway 1, while the northeast flank stayed relatively calm; crews kept structural protection in place near Prospect and Nooaitch. Wildfire health: In the Spokane Complex, smoke is easing but health risks are expected to linger for months after evacuations and toxic ash blanketed the region. More B.C. fire pressure: The Bald Range wildfire near Summerland picked up activity as drought conditions stayed extreme, with almost no rain since early August. Severe weather watch: Environment Canada issued and updated heavy-rain warnings for parts of Alberta’s Rockies and the Foothills, with thunderstorms possible. Climate policy & rights: Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation leadership backed B.C. First Nations opposing a new West Coast pipeline, warning it accelerates fossil expansion amid climate disasters. Weather science funding: A Regina MP raised concerns about Environment Canada cuts to weather radar research, arguing it could weaken long-term forecasting capacity. Data centres & water: A court challenge over Alberta’s Wonder Valley AI data centre water permits is set to proceed, with questions about consultation.
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