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By Joshua Santos Writer Ontario First Nations leaders are sounding the alarm over a proposed provincial law concerned that it could undermine their inherent and Treaty rights in the rush to fuel a mining and infrastructure boom. The Chiefs of Ontario are urging the provincial government to prioritize meaningful consultation and respect for Indigenous sovereignty as they push forward with ambitious economic development plans. Bill 5, the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025, introduced by Premier Doug Ford\u2019s government aims to accelerate development by creating \u201cspecial economic zones\u201d designed to boost Ontario\u2019s economy and enhance provincial security through streamlined project approvals and reduced regulatory hurdles. \u201cAny development or legislation that affects First Nations\u2019 inherent or Treaty rights must have their free, prior and informed consent,\u201d said Ontario Regional… <\/p>\n

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By Joshua Santos Writer Ontario First Nations leaders are sounding the alarm over a proposed provincial law concerned that it could undermine their inherent and Treaty rights in the rush to fuel a mining and infrastructure boom. The Chiefs of Ontario are urging the provincial government to prioritize meaningful consultation and respect for Indigenous sovereignty as they push forward with ambitious economic development plans. Bill 5, the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025, introduced by Premier Doug Ford\u2019s government aims to accelerate development by creating \u201cspecial economic zones\u201d designed to boost Ontario\u2019s economy and enhance provincial security through streamlined project approvals and reduced regulatory hurdles. \u201cAny development or legislation that affects First Nations\u2019 inherent or Treaty rights must have their free, prior and informed consent,\u201d said Ontario Regional... <\/p>\n

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