C-15Government of CanadaLIBERAL
An Act respecting national interest assessments for projects
Companion legislation to C-5. Provincial premiers (especially Smith and Ford) have pushed for faster federal approvals; Indigenous groups warn about consultation shortcuts.
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Royal AssentSummary
Creates a 'national interest project' designation under which cabinet can approve major infrastructure (pipelines, transmission lines, nuclear reactors, mining) through an expedited review with mandatory Indigenous consultation.
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François-Philippe ChampagneLIBERALOfficial source
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