AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoWildlife at Risk: A study found 153 of 288 species assessed as at risk were still awaiting federal listing decisions past recommended timelines. The Species at Risk Act has no statutory deadline for a key stage, leaving species such as caribou, belugas and lake sturgeon waiting for potential protections. Energy and Emissions: Canada’s emissions rose in 2025 as clean electrification lagged. The federal government has also designated a west coast pipeline a national-interest project, drawing objections from First Nations. Data Centre Demand: Nearly two-thirds of Canadians surveyed want data centre development curbed, as power demand puts pressure on electricity systems. Home Energy: Ottawa’s $2-billion plan aims to help retrofit one million homes, with heat-pump rebates expected early next year. Nature Protection: The federal government has proposed listing several aquatic species under the Species at Risk Act, while advocates are pressing B.C. to address water scarcity amid drought concerns.
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