Comment
The loosening of rules within these “special economic zones" could be used to undermine Indigenous sovereignty and the constitutional right to free, prior and informed consent. The Ford government has already indicated that it will designate the Ring of Fire as a special economic zone to fast-track critical mineral mining, despite a lack of consultation with First Nations whose lands fall within the area
Submitted October 5, 2025 9:05 PM
Comment on
Developing guidance on section 16 activities under the Species Conservation Act, 2025.
ERO number
025-0908
Comment ID
158212
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