AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoStreaming Policy Shake-Up: Canada has walked back a proposed “streamer tax” that would have pushed services like Netflix and Disney+ to raise Canadian production spend from 5% to 15%, with the government citing affordability and consumer costs, while producers warn it could mean big tech influence over Canadian culture. AI Strategy & Work: Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled Canada’s long-awaited AI plan, promising major investment in AI companies and data centres, but critics say worker impacts and safeguards aren’t strong enough. World Cup Culture: FIFA confirmed Shakira and Burna Boy will headline the 2026 opening ceremony with “Dai Dai,” while vuvuzelas and other loud noise devices are banned in stadiums—plus Canada’s cities are debating whether hosting is worth the cost. Community & Belonging: Canada Post launched new 2SLGBTQIA+ “Places of Pride” stamps, and Surrey Pride returns to Central City Plaza June 20 with drag and DJ sets. Accessibility in Heritage: Yorkton’s last brick flour mill secured $40K for a wheelchair lift to open up historic spaces to more visitors.
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