An Act to fast track energy and mining projects and to facilitate the provision of munitions to Ukraine and develop its munitions industry
Two related provisions: (1) creates a federal fast-track approval lane for energy and mining projects designated as in the national interest, and (2) eases the federal export-control rules that govern shipment of Canadian munitions to Ukraine. Conservative private member's bill.
Status
Quick learn
Two things in one bill. Speeds up federal approvals for big energy and mining projects, and makes it easier to send Canadian-made munitions to Ukraine. The energy-approval piece has drawn concern from Indigenous and environmental groups about consultation requirements.
Issues this bill touches
- Foreign Policy & Defence
Fast-track energy and mining projects + munitions to Ukraine.
Legislative history
- First reading
First reading in the House of Commons.
View source - Introduced
Tabled in the originating chamber by the sponsor.
View source - Second reading
Debated in principle; vote sends the bill to committee.
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Official source
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