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Canada Bill to Accelerate Projects Passes Vote Despite Indigenous Opposition

Bloomberg

27 minutes ago

Politics
Bloomberg

Canada Bill to Accelerate Projects Passes Vote Despite Indigenous Opposition

Canada's House of Commons cleared a bill to accelerate the building of major projects such as pipelines, but Indigenous groups are threatening to force a legal battle over it. The legislation drafted by Prime Minister Mark Carney's government aims to fast-track construction by allowing projects that are deemed in the 'national interest' to receive a quicker review for environmental and other impacts. The bill now heads to the Senate, where it faces a final vote before becoming law.

MPs to vote on controversial major projects bill before rising for the summer

CTV News

13 hours ago

Business
CTV News

MPs to vote on controversial major projects bill before rising for the summer

Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks at a press conference on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, on Thursday, June 19, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/ Patrick Doyle OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney's major projects and internal trade bill will be voted on today before the House of Commons rises until September. A closure motion the government passed to limit debate says the House won't adjourn today until debate wraps up on Bill C-5 and it clears the chamber. The Liberal government's controversial legislation, which would let cabinet quickly grant federal approvals for big industrial projects like mines, ports and pipelines, sailed through committee in the early hours of Thursday with support from the Conservatives. Indigenous and environmental groups and some opposition MPs and senators have criticized the government for rushing a bill through Parliament that gives cabinet such sweeping powers. The legislation was amended Thursday to withdraw the power it gave cabinet to sidestep the Indian Act after weeks of criticism from First Nations leaders. As Canada continues to grapple with U.S. tariffs, Carney on Thursday called C-5 called the 'core' of Canada's domestic economic response. A Senate programming motion has the upper chamber wrapping up its examination of Bill C-5 by June 27. — With files from Kyle Duggan and Alessia Passafiume This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 20, 2025.

DFO increases total allowable catch for northern cod fishery

CTV News

2 days ago

Business
CTV News

DFO increases total allowable catch for northern cod fishery

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) announced an increase in the total allowable catch (TAC) in the northern cod commercial fishery. The TAC more than doubled from 18,000 tonnes to 38,000 tonnes under the new management plan. Recent data confirms northern cod has remained stable since 2017 and is 'at a higher level than previously understood from the 2024 assessment,' said a Wednesday news release. 'There are opportunities now to responsibly grow the industry and reflect on how we manage the food fishery,' said Minister of Fisheries Joanne Thompson. 'We often say that the world needs more Canada, but Canada also needs more Newfoundland and Labrador – and a stronger cod fishery will help make that happen." Commercial allocations for 2025-26 are as follows: 80 per cent is allocated to inshore harvesters including a new allocation for the inshore mobile gear fleet 10 per cent is allocated to Indigenous groups and special allocation 9.72 per cent is allocated to Canadian offshore fleets 0.28 per cent is allocated to mid shore fixed gear and mobile gear fleets The new management plan did not increase the TAC for capelin, a key food source for cod and other species. The TAC for capelin remains at 14,533 tonnes. The government will launch public consultations to inform future management decisions, said the release. The management plan includes new provisions for tour boat operators. Passengers can retain two groundfish per day under the new tagging system. 'Canada is a maritime nation, with more coastline than any country in the world, and the fishing industry plays a vital role in our economy and coastal communities,' said Minster Chrystia Freeland. 'Fisheries and Oceans Canada's new voluntary tagging pilot program empowers tour boat operators to support sustainable marine practices — advancing conservation and our Canadian economy.' Approximately five per cent of the TAC is allotted for Northwest Atlantic Fisheries Organization partners fishing outside Canada's exclusive economic zone.