US EditionOttawa’s plan to ‘fast-track’ infrastructure doesn’t go far enough: Poilievre
- The Canadian government is preparing legislation in 2025 designed to accelerate major infrastructure initiatives by simplifying the regulatory review procedures in Ottawa.
- The bill seeks to replace the Impact Assessment Act reviews, which Conservatives criticize as blocking many projects, while Indigenous leaders say they lacked sufficient consultation time.
- The legislation aims to uphold environmental protections, Indigenous consultation, and Canada's obligations under UNDRIP, balancing these with an economic growth agenda, according to a government briefing document.
- Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre criticized the government's approach to accelerating infrastructure projects as insufficient and reaffirmed his commitment to eliminate Bill C-69. Meanwhile, Indigenous leaders and environmental organizations have raised concerns about the consultation process and potential negative impacts of the proposed legislation.
- The proposal is expected to be tabled before Parliament's spring session ends in June 2025, with ongoing discussions including Indigenous consultations and anticipated presentation to premiers next week in Saskatoon.
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Ottawa's plan to 'fast-track' infrastructure doesn't go far enough: Poilievre
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