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Real Question Is Why Stefanson and Ministers Put Reputations on Line for Sio Silica
- After the Progressive Conservative party's defeat in the 2023 election, Heather Stefanson along with ministers Cliff Cullen and Jeff Wharton improperly pushed for the approval of the Sio Silica mining project.
- Their actions took place during the caretaker period and breached both the ethics regulations governing conflicts of interest and the established parliamentary convention that prevents outgoing administrations from making significant decisions.
- Ethics commissioner Jeffrey Schnoor’s report details their efforts to pressure ministers for environmental approval despite no licence being issued and the incoming NDP government’s rejection.
- Schnoor has proposed penalties of $18K for Stefanson, $12K for Cullen, and $10K for Wharton, highlighting that while there was no proof they personally benefited financially, Stefanson’s higher fine reflects her leadership role and associated accountability.
- The report could have long-term political repercussions for the Progressive Conservatives, while the administration under Premier Wab Kinew opposed the project due to concerns about drinking water and other issues.
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CP Manitoba ethics commissioner faults former premier for mining project
WINNIPEG — A report by Manitoba's ethics commissioner says former premier Heather Stefanson and two of her cabinet ministers acted improperly by pushing for the approval of a silica sand mining project in 2023. More coming. The Canadian Press
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