đPolicy, Pipelines, and a Pulse Check on Trade
This weekâs headlines cut through Canadaâs political and economic currents.
Policy, Pipelines, and a Pulse Check on Trade
This weekâs headlines cut through Canadaâs political and economic currents. Prime Minister Mark Carneyâs northern visit aimed to assure Indigenous leaders that Ottawaâs new infrastructure bill wonât come at the cost of treaty rights. On the trade front, despite renewed rhetoric from Washington, a new US - Canada agreement doesnât seem to be on Trumpâs immediate agenda. Meanwhile, economic data shows Canadian growth is slowing more than expected, stirring concern over the ripple effects of cross-border policy uncertainty.
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Carney Seeks Common Ground with Inuit Leaders
What happened: Prime Minister Mark Carney met with Inuit leaders in Inuvik this week to discuss the rollout of Bill C-5, a new law giving Ottawa the power to fast-track major infrastructure projects. While some feared the move could sidestep Indigenous rights, Carney reportedly reassured leaders that the bill would not override treaty obligations and that consultation remains a cornerstone of the governmentâs approach.
Why it matters: With Canada pushing for energy corridors and mining projects to boost economic security and global competitiveness, Indigenous partnerships will be key. Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami President Natan Obed called the meeting âproductive,â noting the importance of ongoing dialogue to ensure communities are informed and involved, not just after shovels hit the ground.
Big picture: The feds are trying to walk a fine line between expediting nation-building projects and upholding reconciliation commitments. If Carney can deliver both, it could set a precedent for how Canada approaches development in the North and beyond.
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Trade Tensions, Oil Loopholes, and Economic Ripples
What happened: Trumpâs tough talk on trade continued this week, but analysts say his threat to slap new tariffs on Russian oil is unlikely to materialize. Thatâs partly because American refiners are still sourcing Russian crude indirectly through countries like India, offering a convenient loophole. Meanwhile, Canada's economy is starting to feel the strain. According to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, GDP dropped 0.8% in Q2 and is forecast to fall by the same amount in Q3. In a separate update, Trump added that a new trade deal with Canada isnât currently on his radar.
Catch-up: Although Canada has recently ramped up its own tariff measures to shield domestic sectors like steel and clean energy, uncertainty from the south is complicating future trade planning. The lack of urgency from Washington on bilateral talks is causing concern among Canadian policymakers.
Why it matters: With Canada already on shaky economic ground and U.S. trade unpredictability on the rise, businesses on both sides of the border are navigating murky waters. For Canadian exporters and manufacturers especially, any further strain in U.S. relations could hit at a time when resilience is wearing thin.
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Odyssey and Carta Partner to Simplify IPO Readiness for Private Companies
Odyssey Transfer and Trust Company has teamed up with Carta to become its exclusive transfer agent partner for private companies preparing to go public. This collaboration creates a seamless, end-to-end pathway from startup to IPO, combining Cartaâs trusted cap table software with Odysseyâs full-service transfer agent expertise. With momentum returning to public markets, the partnership aims to streamline regulatory compliance, shareholder services, and business continuity for emerging public issuers across North America.
Teck Advances Copper Strategy with Highland Valley Mine Expansion
Teck Resources has greenlit construction to extend the life of its Highland Valley Copper Mine in British Columbia through 2040. With copper demand projected to soar alongside global electrification, the project aims to unlock around 1.2 million tonnes of additional copper, helping meet future supply gaps. Construction begins mid-2025, with production from new areas expected by 2028. The move supports Teckâs broader strategy to double its copper output this decade while reinforcing Canadaâs role as a key player in the critical minerals space.
Purepoint & IsoEnergy Strike Uranium at Dorado
Purepoint Uranium (TSX.V: PTU, OTCQB: PTUUF) and IsoEnergy have confirmed a significant uranium discovery at their Dorado Joint Venture Project in Saskatchewanâs Athabasca Basin. Early drilling intersected high-grade uranium mineralization over multiple zones, highlighting strong potential for future development in one of the worldâs most prolific uranium districts. With growing demand for nuclear energy and geopolitical focus on secure energy sources, this marks a promising step for Canadaâs uranium sector.
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