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House of Commons passes Liberals’ major projects legislation
- On June 20, 2025, the House of Commons in Ottawa approved Bill C-5, legislation aimed at eliminating internal trade barriers and accelerating large-scale projects.
- The legislation, introduced June 6, aims to address economic challenges from U.S. tariffs and to advance nation-building projects but has faced criticism for granting sweeping cabinet powers.
- Indigenous groups including the Tŝilhqot'in Nation and environmental advocates oppose the bill, warning it endangers Indigenous rights and bypasses key environmental laws.
- The bill passed with 306 'Yeas' and 31 'Nays', with Liberal and Conservative MPs united while some Liberals broke ranks; Carney pledged upcoming summits with Indigenous leaders starting July 17.
- Bill C-5 now moves to the Senate for a truncated study scheduled until June 27, signaling continued debate over its impact on Indigenous consultation and project approvals.
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Fast-Tracked Major Projects Bill Clears Commons, Heads to Senate
The One Canadian Economy Act passed third reading in the House of Commons on June 20 in two votes held after MPs split voting on the bill into two parts. The legislation will now move to the Senate, where its examination is scheduled to be completed before senators break for the summer on June 28. The Liberal government has been pushing for legislation based around approving major projects and reducing interprovincial trade barriers to become la…
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