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CBC
19 minutes ago
- CBC
Carney's push for 'nation-building' projects moves ahead despite some Indigenous opposition
Social Sharing Prime Minister Mark Carney promised during the election campaign to "build big, build bold" and the legislation that would enable federal fast-tracking of major projects appears poised to clear the House of Commons despite some Indigenous opposition. The legislation, Bill C-5, essentially gives cabinet the ability to pick certain projects to speed through the regulatory process, with an eye to projects that can deliver an economic boost to Canada, help strengthen the country's autonomy and resilience and, notably, "advance the interests of Indigenous peoples" and contribute to "clean growth." While the bill, the One Canadian Economy Act, is expected to pass the Commons this week with Conservative support, opposition MPs made a number of amendments to the legislation Wednesday night to, among other things, make the streamlined process more transparent by forcing Ottawa to publish the conditions of approval and limiting the government's ability to allow a project to bypass certain laws. Government House leader Mark MacKinnon said Thursday the cabinet will review the amendments quickly before deciding what it's willing to accept. WATCH | Carney says Indigenous rights are central to C-5: Carney says Indigenous rights are central to Bill C-5 2 hours ago Duration 2:01 Following pushback from Indigenous leaders on the government's bill to get major projects built, Prime Minister Carney emphasized that Indigenous consultation is central to the legislation. Speaking at a news conference in Ottawa on Thursday, Carney affirmed the government's commitment to 'embrace' Indigenous Peoples' right to free, prior, and informed consent under the Constitution. Canadians are tired of delays that have hurt economic growth and the government is determined to push ahead with the law, he said, which allows cabinet to exempt projects from provisions of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and the Impact Assessment Law in the name of expediency. Cabinet reviewing amendments A Conservative amendment, if adopted, means however projects must comply with other laws, like the Conflict of Interest Act and Lobbying Act. "Under the original Liberal proposal, projects could have been approved and built that would financially benefit members of the cabinet," the party said in a statement. The Conservatives are making changes to stop the government from "sneaking in provisions that would give themselves the power to broadly skirt the laws of the land without consequences," the party said. The government hasn't said what exactly would be fast-tracked under this legislation — and there are no specific projects mentioned in the bill itself — but Carney has signalled support for new energy "corridors" in the east and west, which could include pipelines and electricity grids, new and expanded port facilities, mines and other resource-related initiatives. WATCH | Grand chief wants Governor General to intervene: Speaking to reporters at an announcement Thursday about measures to protect the Canadian steel and aluminum industry, Carney said C-5 is "the core of our domestic response" to President Donald Trump's tariffs. The push to get "nation-building" projects built, many of which would require huge quantities of steel and aluminum during construction, will help hard-hit sectors weather the U.S. trade war, he said. "It's an important piece of legislation that has massive support among Canadians," MacKinnon said. "It was at the heart of our election campaign and election platform." While some Indigenous leaders are opposed, others are on side with the push to deliver more money and jobs to communities that stand to gain from development, MacKinnon said. "There are Indigenous communities, Indigenous nations that want to participate — they exist all over the country and they deserve to have their voices heard," MacKinnon said. Still, some Indigenous leaders are pushing back against giving the cabinet, or the minister they designate to shepherd a project through, so much power to choose major projects. The legislation itself states the government will recognize, affirm and "respect" Indigenous peoples' constitutional rights when considering a project. But there's a fear among some leaders that the consultation process with First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities will be inadequate given Carney campaigned on making final decisions on projects within a two-year timeline. Right to be consulted The approvals process has been much longer than that in recent years with industry groups and critics saying endless consultations have bogged down getting things built, hurting the economy. Some Indigenous leaders, meanwhile, say they should be given a meaningful amount of time to offer opinions on a path forward. The Supreme Court has ruled Indigenous peoples have a right to be consulted on a potential project — but they do not have a final veto on whether something should go ahead. Carney promised Thursday to respect the government's legal obligations to Indigenous peoples — and make money available to communities that want to take an equity stake in proposed projects so any potential wealth can be shared. "Consultation, co-operation, engagement, participation is at the heart of C-5 and that is how you build a nation. And that's very much how we've designed it," Carney said. Despite those assurances, Indigenous leaders want more of a say over the bill itself, with clearer provisions that their rights won't be trampled as the government pushes to get things built fast during a trade war. WATCH | Senator says he'll introduce amendment to delay Bill C-5: Senator says he'll introduce amendment to delay Bill C-5 3 days ago Duration 1:14 Paul Prosper, a Mi'kmaw senator from Nova Scotia, is promising to "slow down the process" in the Red Chamber with an amendment to give Indigenous peoples more time to weigh in and make their pitches to change the bill. "If you don't do it right, we're looking at some potential litigation in the future. It's best to be proactive now," Prosper said. It's not clear if he will be successful. The Senate has already agreed to a "work plan" to get the legislation through the upper house before it rises for the summer recess. MacKinnon said the bill will be put to a final vote in the Senate next week. Nishnawbe Aski Nation Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler, who represents 49 First Nations in northern Ontario, wants the Governor General to step in before giving the legislation royal assent — which is an unlikely and constitutionally dubious proposition.
Globe and Mail
24 minutes ago
- Globe and Mail
Artemis Gold Announces Management Changes
TSXV: ARTG VANCOUVER, BC , June 19, 2025 /CNW/ - Artemis Gold Inc. (TSXV: ARTG) ("Artemis Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the following management changes: Mr. Dale Andres has been appointed Chief Executive Officer and Director of the Company, effective June 23, 2025 . Mr. Andres has been a non-executive director of the Company since May 9, 2023 . Mr. Andres is a seasoned mining executive with more than 30 years of international experience in the resource industry, most recently serving as Chief Executive Officer and Director of Gatos Silver, Inc. until its recent acquisition for US$970 million . Prior to this, Mr. Andres enjoyed a distinguished career of increasing executive responsibility within Teck Resources Limited including serving as Senior Vice President, Base Metals, Senior Vice President, Copper, and Vice President, Gold and International Mining. Mr. Andres holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mining Engineering from Queen's University, as well as a Graduate Diploma in Business Administration from Simon Fraser University. Mr. Steven Dean , founder of the Company, will continue with the Company as Executive Chair and Director. Mr. Jeremy Langford will continue with the Company as President, now with a sole focus on business growth, asset optimization, and development. Executive Chair Steven Dean commented: "We know Dale well not only as a non-executive director of the Company but also for his very successful career with Teck Resources rising to having responsibility for its base metal business, as well as his exemplary job in creating shareholder value and ultimately realizing a premium through the sale of Gatos Silver. "Artemis Gold has achieved rapid growth and is expected to continue that pace with the next step focussed on optimizing the design and cost estimate for the Phase 2 expansion, with an expected investment decision by the Board later this year. Having Dale and Jeremy working as a team provides broader and even greater management bench strength which will allow for the contemporaneous optimization of Blackwater Phase 1 operations and the execution of the Phase 2 expansion." Incoming CEO Dale Andres said: "I am excited to be joining Artemis Gold as CEO and look forward to working closely with Jeremy and the rest of our outstanding management team, along with our First Nations partners and stakeholders. With one of the largest gold deposits in Canada , Artemis Gold is well positioned to drive additional value and has one of the most successful and experienced precious metals operating and development teams in the industry globally." Artemis Gold President Jeremy Langford commented: "Dale's addition to our company and team is for me very exciting. This change allows the development team to focus on optimizing the Phase 1 design while in parallel fast tracking the design and execution of Phase 2 of Blackwater. "Our disciplined approach to designing, developing, commissioning, operating and expanding at the level we have demonstrated to date demands broader expertise and a proven pedigree of success. Dale brings all this to our company and much more and is a critical addition to our next phase of growth." About Artemis Gold Artemis Gold is a well-financed, growth-oriented gold and silver producer and development company with a strong financial capacity aimed at creating shareholder value through the identification, acquisition, and development of gold properties in mining-friendly jurisdictions. The Company's current focus is the Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia approximately 160km southwest of Prince George and 450km northeast of Vancouver . The first gold and silver pour at Blackwater was achieved in January 2025 and commercial production was declared on May 1, 2025 . Artemis Gold trades on the TSX-V under the symbol ARTG and the OTCQX under the symbol ARGTF. For more information visit On behalf of the Board of Directors Steven Dean Executive Chair +1 604 558 1107 Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-looking Information This press release contains certain forward-looking statements and forward-looking information as defined under applicable Canadian and U.S. securities laws. Statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Any statements that refer to expectations, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances contain forward-looking statements. In certain cases, forward-looking statements and information can be identified using forward-looking terminology such as "may", "will", "expect", "intend", "estimate", "anticipate", "believe", "continue", "plans", "potential", "is/are likely to" or similar terminology. Forward-looking statements and information are made as of the date of this press release and include, but are not limited to, statements regarding strategy, plans, future financial and operating performance of the Blackwater Mine; the contribution of the mine to the economy; opinions of the Province of British Columbia regarding the mine and the region; agreements and relationships with Indigenous partners; the future of mining in British Columbia ; the plans of the Company with respect to the next phase of expansion, including timing of any investment decisions, construction, site preparation, consultation with indigenous groups, and other plans and expectations of the Company with respect to the mine, future production and anticipated timing of expansion works. These forward-looking statements represent management's current beliefs, expectations, estimates and projections regarding future events and operating performance, which are based on information currently available to management, management's historical experience, perception of trends and current business conditions, expected future developments and other factors which management considers appropriate. Such forward-looking statements involve numerous risks and uncertainties, and actual results may vary. Important risks and other factors that may cause actual results to vary include, without limitation: risks related to ability of the Company to accomplish its plans and objectives with respect to the operations and expansion of the Blackwater Mine within the expected timing or at all, the timing and receipt of certain required approvals, changes in commodity prices, changes in interest and currency exchange rates, litigation risks, risks inherent in mineral resource and mineral reserves estimates and results, risks inherent in exploration and development activities, changes in mining or expansion plans due to changes in logistical, technical or other factors, unanticipated operational difficulties (including failure of plant, equipment or processes to operate in accordance with specifications, cost escalation, unavailability of materials, equipment or third party contractors, delays in the receipt of government approvals, industrial disturbances, job action, and unanticipated events related to heath, safety and environmental matters), changes in governmental regulation of mining operations, political risk, social unrest, changes in general economic conditions or conditions in the financial markets, and other risks related to the ability of the Company to proceed with its plans for the Mine and other risks set out in the Company's most recent MD&A, which is available on the Company's website at and on SEDAR+ at In making the forward-looking statements in this press release, the Company has applied several material assumptions, including without limitation, the assumptions that: (1) market fundamentals will result in sustained mineral demand and prices; (2) any necessary approvals and consents in connection with the operations and expansion of the Mine will be obtained; (3) financing for the continued operation of the Blackwater Mine and future expansion activities will continue to be available on terms suitable to the Company; (4) sustained commodity prices will continue to make the Mine economically viable; and (5) there will not be any unfavourable changes to the economic, political, permitting and legal climate in which the Company operates. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could affect the Company and may cause actual actions, events, or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause the actual results or performance by the Company to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by any forward-looking statements. Accordingly, no assurances can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will transpire or occur, or if any of them do so, what impact they will have on the results of operations or the financial condition of the Company. Investors should therefore not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. The Company is under no obligation and expressly disclaims any obligation to update, alter or otherwise revise any forward-looking statement, whether written or oral, that may be made from time to time, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.
Globe and Mail
24 minutes ago
- Globe and Mail
Aecon schedules second quarter 2025 financial results release and conference call
TORONTO, June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aecon Group Inc. (TSX: ARE) announced today that it intends to release its second quarter 2025 financial results on Thursday, July 31, 2025 after market close, and has scheduled a live webcast and conference call for 9 a.m. (Eastern Time) on Friday, August 1, 2025. A live webcast of the conference call can be accessed using this link and will be available at Participants can also dial-in to the conference call and pre-register using this link. After registering, an email will be sent, including dial-in details and a unique access code required to join the live call. Please ensure you have registered at least 15 minutes prior to the conference call time. An accompanying presentation of the second quarter 2025 financial results will also be available after market close on July 31, 2025 at For those unable to attend, a replay will be available within one hour following the live webcast and conference call at the same webcast link above. About Aecon Aecon Group Inc. (TSX: ARE) is a North American construction and infrastructure development company with global experience. Aecon delivers integrated solutions to private and public-sector clients through its Construction segment in the Civil, Urban Transportation, Nuclear, Utility and Industrial sectors, and provides project development, financing, investment, management, and operations and maintenance services through its Concessions segment. Join our online community on X, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram @AeconGroupInc. For further information:
