Conservatives promise national energy corridor to speed approval of key projects
- Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre announced the creation of a 'Canada First' National Energy Corridor to fast-track approvals for key infrastructure projects within Canada, bypassing the United States.
- This initiative aims to attract billions in investment, create jobs, and secure First Nations' involvement from the beginning, as Poilievre mentioned that their approval is needed 'before any money is spent.'
- Poilievre emphasized that all levels of government would make legally binding commitments to approve projects, alleviating regulatory delays for investors.
- The plan includes involving First Nations to ensure they directly benefit from projects, as stated by Poilievre during the announcement.
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