The regulatory pendulum swings (but not far enough)
The Canadian government is making changes to its regulatory framework for major infrastructure projects. These reforms aim to create a more stable regulatory environment and improve consultation processes with Indigenous communities. The new measures include a commitment to complete federal reviews within a year and streamline environmental assessments.
- ▪The Trudeau government previously faced criticism for its handling of major projects, including the Energy East pipeline.
- ▪Recent changes announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney's government aim to expedite the regulatory approval process.
- ▪The reforms include a commitment to complete federal reviews within a year and improve consultation with Indigenous communities.
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Open this photo in gallery:Head of the federal government Major Projects Office Dawn Farrell listens as Prime Minister Mark Carney announces five major projects in Edmonton in September, 2025.AMBER BRACKEN/The Canadian PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountFourteen years ago, the Conservative government of Stephen Harper sent the regulatory pendulum swinging with wide-ranging changes that were aimed at securing the construction of major infrastructure such as pipelines, but ultimately had the opposite effect.The tools that Mr.
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