Carney tells Inuit leaders his new major projects law ‘fully respects treaty rights’

Prime Minister Mark Carney reassured Inuit leaders that the One Canadian Economy Act (Bill C-5) fully respects treaty rights during a meeting in Inuvik, following criticism from Indigenous leaders who felt their rights were threatened. The legislation, which streamlines federal project approvals, has faced opposition for potentially undermining treaty rights, prompting Carney to hold consultations with various Indigenous groups.

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