US EditionFirst Nations Leaders Pledge ‘Confrontation on the Ground’ over Ontario Mining Bill
- On May 22, 2025, dozens of First Nations leaders protested Ontario's Bill 5, which proposes special economic zones to speed mining approvals mainly in the Ring of Fire region.
- The bill was introduced to reduce red tape, respond to global economic instability and tariffs, and promote economic growth while affirming duty to consult Indigenous peoples.
- First Nations leaders and advocates oppose Bill 5 for undermining treaty rights, repealing protections, and granting the province broad powers to suspend laws in designated zones.
- Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler warned 'There will be confrontation on the ground,' and former chiefs pledged resistance on land and in courts if the government proceeds without proper consultation.
- The bill's fate could impact Ontario's economic reconciliation efforts and resource development while risking increased conflict with Indigenous communities demanding treaty respect and participation.
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First Nations leaders in Ontario's Ring of Fire region demand Bill 5 be struck down
First Nations leaders and environmental advocates are continuing to speak out against an Ontario bill aimed at speeding up development. In northern Ontario, home to the lucrative Ring of Fire mineral deposit, the stakes are higher than ever. Here's what local leaders say they're most concerned about, ahead of a second public hearing at Queen's Park on Monday.
First Nations leaders pledge ’confrontation on the ground’ over mining bill
Several First Nations travelled from the far reaches of northern Ontario to Queen’s Park on Thursday to have their voices heard on a proposed law that seeks to significantly speed up mining approvals in their traditional lands, only to come away exasperated with Premier Doug Ford’s government.
First Nations leaders pledge ‘confrontation on the ground’ over Ontario mining bill
Several First Nations travelled from the far reaches of northern Ontario to Queen’s Park in Toronto on Thursday to have their voices heard on a proposed law that seeks to significantly speed up mining approvals in their traditional lands, only to come away exasperated with Premier Doug Ford’s government.
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First Nations leaders pledge 'confrontation on the ground' over Ontario mining bill
TORONTO — Several First Nations travelled from the far reaches of northern Ontario to Queen's Park in Toronto on Thursday to have their voices heard on a proposed law that seeks to significantly speed up mining approvals in their traditional lands, o
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