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Premiers to meet with Indigenous groups on first day of three-day Ontario gathering
Premiers to meet with Indigenous groups on first day of three-day Ontario gathering

Yahoo

time2 days ago

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Premiers to meet with Indigenous groups on first day of three-day Ontario gathering

HUNTSVILLE, ONT. — A three-day meeting of the country's premiers gets underway today, and the first item on the agenda is discussions with Indigenous groups. The premiers are gathering at Deerhurst Resort in Ontario's cottage country and trade and tariffs are expected to be the main topics, particularly when they meet Tuesday with Prime Minister Mark Carney. But first they are set to have discussions with leaders from the Assembly of First Nations, the Métis National Council and the Native Women's Association of Canada, among other Indigenous groups. That meeting comes as Indigenous communities have expressed concerns with federal and provincial laws meant to fast-track major infrastructure projects as a way to stimulate the economy facing tariff impacts. The federal law known as Bill C-5 allows cabinet to quickly grant federal approvals for big projects deemed to be in the national interest by sidestepping existing laws, while Ontario's Bill C-5 allows its cabinet to suspend provincial and municipal laws through the creation of so-called "special economic zones." Nine Ontario First Nations have filed a court challenge to the laws and are concerned there will not be meaningful consultation with them. Carney hosted a meeting with hundreds of First Nations chiefs last week and while some chiefs walked out saying they saw an insufficient response to concerns they'd been raising for weeks, others left the meeting "cautiously optimistic." Ford has said that over the course of the meeting this week, the premiers will also talk about emergency management, energy security, sovereignty and national security, health, and public safety. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 21, 2025. The Canadian Press Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data

Heavy police presence expected at Canada's premiers' meeting in Huntsville
Heavy police presence expected at Canada's premiers' meeting in Huntsville

CTV News

time5 days ago

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Heavy police presence expected at Canada's premiers' meeting in Huntsville

Huntsville and the Muskoka region can expect to see an increased police presence between July 20 and June 23, as Ontario hosts the annual Council of the Federation Summer Meeting at Deerhurst Resort The annual meeting brings together Canada's premiers from each province. Due to the attendance of high-profile officials, the province emphasizes extra security measures will occur to ensure the safety of all participants. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is collaborating with local, provincial, and federal departments to maintain public safety and minimize disruptions. However, guests visiting Deerhurst Resort should be aware of possible traffic delays and limited parking in the area and surrounding routes, as well as increased security measures at and near the resort. People are encouraged to plan ahead, follow posted signage, and remain patient during any delays.

Huntsville, Ont. to host Canada's leaders for summer summit
Huntsville, Ont. to host Canada's leaders for summer summit

CTV News

time6 days ago

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  • CTV News

Huntsville, Ont. to host Canada's leaders for summer summit

Residents in and around Huntsville should expect increased traffic and a heightened sense of activity next week as the Town welcomes Prime Minister Mark Carney, Ontario Premier Doug Ford, and provincial premiers for the 2025 Council of the Federation (COF) meeting. The event will be held from Monday to Wednesday at Deerhurst Resort. 'We look forward to showcasing the beautiful, vibrant community that we call home to the prime minister, the premiers, and the delegates,' stated Huntsville Mayor Nancy Alcock. 'This marks a unique opportunity to highlight key issues that affect Canadians.' On Tuesday, Ontario's Lieutenant Governor, the Honourable Edith Dumont, will pay a visit to the Muskoka town. Her itinerary includes a guided arts and culture tour of the town's signature venues, including Algonquin Theatre, Canada Summit Centre, and Muskoka Heritage Place. 'Huntsville has a rich culture rooted in art, history, and Indigenous representation,' said Jacqueline Surette, the manager of recreation, culture and heritage. 'Our tour of Huntsville with the lieutenant governor will bring colour to our heritage and give her an immersive experience of our community, including our Indigenous partners.' Ford will host the meeting as chair of the COF, which consists of all 13 premiers. Deerhurst Resort in Huntsville was also the venue for the 2010 international G8 summit.

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