By Crystal Greene, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, IndigiNews Indigenous people in Manitoba are protesting against proposed federal legislation that aims to fast-track resource development — saying it undermines their rights and sovereignty over their lands. Activists point to several pieces of legislation that they worry would cause more harm to their territories, which are already impacted by climate change and the biodiversity crisis. They also have safety concerns over “man camps” created by industry and potential harms to vulnerable Indigenous women and girls. Both Bill C-5 and Bill C-39 are set to fast-track major infrastructure projects in “Canada,” by designating them to be of “national interest.” C-5 was passed in 2025, and C-39 is in its third reading. Meanwhile, the proposed Bill C-37 — under review after a second reading…
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