Thomas Isaac, Chair of the Cassels Aboriginal Law Group and co-lead of the firm’s National Major Projects Team initiative, recently spoke with Canadian Lawyer about the Building Canada Strong Act (Bill C-39) and its proposed “one window” approach to major project reviews and Indigenous consultation.
The article examines whether the proposed framework can deliver more coordinated, timely decisions while meeting the Crown’s consultation obligations. Tom describes Bill C-39 as “a sound, lawful framework that puts the onus squarely on government to make timely decisions.”
Read the full article for Tom’s perspective on what the proposed changes could mean for governments, project proponents, and Indigenous communities.
For a closer look at the proposed legislation and its implications, read our Cassels Comment on Bill C-39.