AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoIndigenous Reconciliation Watch: Canada’s inaugural reconciliation progress report says federal activity has ramped up, but structural barriers for First Nations, Inuit and Métis people remain stubborn—highlighting short-term funding, fragmented responsibilities and engagement fatigue. Indigenous Publishing: A new, updated second edition of Indigenous Writes aims to move past “same conversations” and stereotypes, adding fresh topics like identity fraud, denialism and drinking water on reserves. Mental Health & Housing (Nunavut): Nunavut reports 38 suicide attempts in 2025 (tied for the second-worst year on record), while separate coverage notes Inuit labourers building dozens of homes across multiple communities under a housing agreement. Arts & Culture (Shaw Festival): Adrienne Kennedy’s Ohio State Murders lands as a Canadian premiere at the Shaw Festival, using a lecture-room frame to confront racism and violence. Book/Media Industry: Paramount seeks a $1.88-billion bond in its antitrust fight over the WBD merger, as the legal clock keeps ticking. Local Books & Events: Toronto’s CNE planning coverage and a Vancouver Public Library used-book sale return with thousands of bargains.
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