The Elbows are Up: Ontario’s “Special Economic Zones” and Indigenous Rights
his week, despite clear opposition from Indigenous leaders, Ontario passed Bill C-5, a sweeping piece of legislation that weakens environmental protections and undermines the Duty to Consult. By creating “Special Economic Zones” and exempting major projects like the Eagle’s Nest Mine from assessment, the province has taken a significant step toward sidelining Indigenous rights and public oversight.
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