AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCost-of-living pressure in B.C.’s Interior: A new op-ed argues affordability isn’t just a Vancouver issue, pointing to housing costs, thin services, and workforce shortages in places like Merritt and Hope. Saskatchewan jobs hit again: The NDP says the Sask Party lost 6,100 jobs in May (after 10,000 the month before), with unemployment now at 6.2% and youth joblessness at 13.2%. Central Alberta economic push: Red Deer D.R.I.V.E. (Developing Regional Innovation, Ventures and Entrepreneurship) named Michelle Tetreault interim CEO to attract investment and support local business growth. Non-profit funding strain: Co-operators Community Funds reports record demand—132 applications in 2025 and its biggest grant distribution in 30 years—citing burnout and staffing shortages. Canada’s AI strategy lands: Prime Minister Mark Carney launched “AI for All,” targeting $200B in growth, boosting AI adoption, and creating 250,000 AI-related jobs. Young entrepreneur support: Saskatchewan opened the second intake of its Young Entrepreneur Bursary, offering $5,000 bursaries to up to 57 owners, with applications due July 17. B.C. medical school boost: The Stephens family donated $40M to SFU’s new School of Medicine, aiming to train more doctors in the province.
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