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First Nations Demand Consultation Standards Amid Major Projects Rollout

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B.C. First Nations are calling on Ottawa to establish national standards for Indigenous consultations on major projects. This came after the Prime Minister announced five major projects in Edmonton, and the Major Projects CEO, Dawn Farrell, addressed the B.C. Assembly of First Nations about the issue. Chiefs noted they were given only 11 working days to review the proposed Pacific Link pipeline designation.

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The Major Projects Office is tasked with fast-tracking major infrastructure initiatives for the Government of Canada. However, the demand for national consultation standards conflicts with the government’s accelerated timelines for project approvals. Dawn Farrell stated that while she agrees with national standards, she questions how they would function alongside the current rapid approval schedule.

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Who's involved

  • Major Projects OfficeInfrastructure office within the Government of Canada responsible for fast-tracking federal projects
  • Mark CarneyPrime Minister of Canada who mandated the Major Projects Office
  • Government of CanadaFederal government of Canada overseeing the Major Projects Office

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