By Marc Lalonde, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Assembly of First Nations of Quebec and Labrador (AFNQL) Grand Chief Ghislain Picard took the provincial government to task over its lack of respect for First Nations’ autonomy last week in Quebec City. Picard, who is taking part in the public consultations for Bill 69, said Thursday that the energy development bill is an ideal opportunity for the Legault government to demonstrate that it truly understands the concept of nation-to-nation relationships. Picard said First Nations governments have the jurisdiction to determine energy development on their territories and asks that the bill, called ‘An act to ensure the responsible management of energy resources,’ reflect the inherent place of First Nations in energy governance in Quebec. “The provincial government must respect the rights of…
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