AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTariff Shock for Everyday Shopping: The U.S. is escalating its Canada trade fight again, with Donald Trump threatening 50% tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, auto parts and steel starting Jan. 1, 2027, after 50% duties already kicked in on about $20B of Canadian goods; Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will retaliate dollar-for-dollar starting Sept. 8, targeting areas like steel, dairy, appliances, agricultural equipment, pulp and paper, and electronics—raising fears of higher prices and job losses across sectors tied to cross-border supply chains. Consumer Impact Watch: A new Consumer Reports test found 15 of 17 prenatal vitamins didn’t match labeled nutrient levels; Bird&Be’s Complete Prenatal Pack was one of only two that met label claims and ranked among the safest. Pet Product Safety: Fromm Family Foods recalled canned dog food sold in the U.S. and Canada due to possible metal contamination, warning of choking and GI injury risk. Retail & Local Business: Canadian Grocer’s 2026 Star Women in Grocery Awards is sold out (waitlist open), and Southwestern Ontario Home Hardware launched “SW Buy Local 50” to spotlight 50 local vendors. Community Notes: Nacel Canada is seeking host families for Brazilian exchange students, and Moose Jaw police are asking for help identifying a suspect in a Canadian Tire theft.
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