Six key questions the feds have side-stepped in bid to fast-track major projects

The federal government's recent historic nature investment does not buy it a free pass on environmental reviews.
Prime Minister Mark Carney must engage in meaningful, transparent dialogue with Canadians to ensure environmental assessment remains a credible tool for sustainable economic prosperity, write Emily McMillan and Akaash Maharaj.

The federal government announced a significant $3.8-billion nature strategy at the end of March, launched with much fanfare and a promise to protect 30 per cent of Canada’s lands and waters by 2030. The strategy was met with hope and enthusiasm by Canadians across the coun...

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