AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoWorld Cup on Home Soil: Canada kicks off its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign Friday vs Bosnia and Herzegovina at 3 p.m. ET at BMO Field in Toronto, with fans already packing bars and watch spots across the city. Travel Watchouts: TRM Labs warns that crypto scams tied to the World Cup are active early, including fake ticketing sites and fraudulent betting schemes. Visa/Entry Headline: Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey is unable to enter Canada for the tournament opener after his visa was refused. Local Mobility in Manitoba: Red River Rides launches Manitoba’s first fully electric rural carshare program, aiming to help seniors, students, newcomers, and families get around without owning a second vehicle. Cross-Border Infrastructure: The Gordie Howe International Bridge opening is delayed again as Canada and the U.S. work through unresolved issues, keeping Windsor-Essex businesses in limbo. Culture & Stays: Victoria’s Abigail’s Hotel is promoting its peak summer lineup—Butchart Gardens fireworks, JazzFest, whale watching, and a major Ancient Egypt exhibition.
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