Articles from Radio-Canada

In the village of Miquelon, a major project is underway to combat rising sea levels by relocating residents to higher ground. This unprecedented effort in France involves purchasing homes on low-lying land prone to flooding and offering compensation for residents to rebuild on safer areas. The initiative gained momentum after a devastating storm highlighted the area's vulnerability. Although some residents are hesitant, there is hope that the project's early successes will encourage wider participation.

The Canadian Senate has rapidly passed Bill C-5, concerning the unity of the Canadian economy and major infrastructure projects, despite opposition from some senators and First Nations representatives. Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak, the national chief of the Assembly of First Nations, expressed disappointment over the lack of sufficient consultation with Indigenous communities. Some senators and First Nation leaders are concerned about the potential infringement on Indigenous rights and inadequate economic benefits for their communities. There are plans for further discussions and a national forum to address these issues, with potential legal challenges being considered.

The Canadian Senate has passed Bill C-5, aimed at accelerating major infrastructure projects, which has now become law. Introduced by Prime Minister Mark Carney, the bill has faced criticism from environmental groups and Indigenous leaders for bypassing certain laws and potentially approving controversial projects like pipelines. Some senators supported the bill reluctantly, without amendments, and the law facilitates economic linkages across provinces amidst trade tensions with the U.S. The decision has sparked criticism from environmentalists and calls for protest against what they see as an undemocratic drift.

The Canadian government plans to adjust tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from the U.S. on July 21, following negotiations with the U.S. President. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced measures to protect the domestic steel and aluminum industries and to counteract unfair trade practices and global overcapacity. These adjustments follow U.S. President Donald Trump's recent increase of tariffs to 50% on these imports. The article highlights the urgency of the situation and the Canadian response to mitigate the impact on workers and industries.

A meeting in Saskatoon between Mark Carney and provincial leaders focuses on discussing national construction projects to boost Canada's economy. Emphasizing infrastructure like pipelines and economic corridors, the meeting aims at fast-tracking projects by easing regulations. Various provincial leaders presented proposals including economic corridors, mining, and pipelines, with the goal of improving domestic and international trade. Concerns about consent from Indigenous groups and interprovincial trade barriers were also highlighted.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney proposes a new, more flexible legislative process for approving national infrastructure projects, aiming to streamline decision-making and reduce interprovincial barriers. The legislation seeks to prioritize projects that boost internal trade, energy resource exploitation, and address U.S. economic threats. Carney's approach raises concerns about environmental standards and First Nations' involvement, with opposition from political parties like the Bloc Québécois regarding the potential environmental impacts of expedited projects.