Federal Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Steven Guilbeault, announced the opening of the Ojibway National Urban Park in Windsor this year, with $36.1 million in funding over five years to establish the park and $4.6 million per year for operations. Parks Canada will oversee the new urban park, which aims to drive tourism, create jobs, connect people with nature, and advance reconciliation with First Nations. The announcement was celebrated by city officials and dignitaries at the Ojibway Nature Centre, marking a significant milestone in the park’s transformation into a national attraction.
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Major projects bill expected to pass before MPs leave for the summer
Prime Minister Mark Carney's controversial Bill C-5, which aims to eliminate trade barriers and grant cabinet extensive powers for approving infrastructure projects, is set for a final vote in the House of Commons before heading to the Senate. Despite support from Conservatives, opposition parties and various groups have expressed concerns over inadequate consultation with Indigenous communities and the bill's sweeping powers, prompting amendments for increased transparency and accountability. Need More Context? 🔎
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