Environment committee  I think we have to be careful about talking about that project, because it is in litigation now. But one of the observations that people have made about that situation is that sometimes you have to look at it more broadly. In resolving disputes and mediation approaches, sometimes

Environment committee  Thank you. I think the Assembly of First Nations, and first nations generally, have done quite a bit of outreach in trying to engage everyone who has an interest in this issue to have a discussion and work things out. An example of that was the mining and energy conference that

Environment committee  Thank you for the question. As Mr. David pointed out earlier, I think that's perhaps the $64,000 question--or maybe it's now the $64 billion question. This is something that is extremely important in terms of being able to work at.... I think one of the things to take from the U

Environment committee  More often than not we hear people's dissatisfaction with the level of engagement that takes place in these processes. They are looking for more effective and meaningful engagement in these processes and in resolving issues relating to economics and social and cultural considerat

Environment committee  We believe it's entirely possible to achieve coordination and collaboration among governments. I think the first principle that needs to be included and respected in any federal legislation regarding environmental assessment is that our governments have to be respected. They have

Environment committee  Thank you, Mr. Chair. Mr. David is here, accompanying me today. Prior to starting our formal remarks today, the national chief would like to convey his message of congratulations to all members of the standing committee on your election successes and your appointment to this co