Yes. Certainly.
It's troubling, to say the least, since this amounts to a fairly significant concentration of power held by the Governor in Council. Both the federal and provincial governments have environmental legislation designed to uphold vital principles, such as the protection of biodiversity and endangered species. It's concerning, to say the least, that a minister can almost wave a wand and decide to set aside long‑established environmental standards.
The bill should state more clearly that project proponents must adhere to the environmental legislation of the provinces and the Canadian Parliament.