AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTragically Hip 10th Anniversary: CBC re-airs the band’s 2016 Kingston farewell show tonight, with “The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration” streaming on CBC Gem and CBC TV at 7 p.m. local. Canadian Music & Culture in Trade Talks: Prime Minister Mark Carney says the U.S. tried to push Canada on French culture and digital sovereignty during negotiations, calling it a “power play” as tariffs loom. Casino Rama Lineup: Casino Rama announces late-2026 shows including Night of the Living Drag, Jesse Cook, The Righteous Brothers, Colin James and the Celtic Tenors. Local Music Community: RCMP is investigating a mass shooting outside Dirty O’Fergies bar in Fort Smith, N.W.T., that injured three people as the Fireweed Festival wrapped up. Hip-Hop News: BigXthaPlug was arrested in Texas and missed his Winnipeg Country Rising headlining spot. Vancouver Festival: The Indonesian Festival returns Sunday at the Vancouver Art Gallery with live performances, food and vendors—free admission. Live Country/West: The Valley West Stampede rides back to Langley Sept. 5–7 with rodeo action plus live music and line dancing.
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