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The Senate of Canada chamber in a file photo. The Canadian Press/Sean Kilpatrick
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Senators criticized aspects of the government’s bill One Canadian Economy Act as Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc testified in front of the Senate, raising concerns about excessive ministerial powers, risks to indigenous rights and provincial autonomy, and the speed with which the bill is moving through the House of Commons.
During the Senate pre-study of Bill C-5, tLeBlanc said the legislation would enable “nation-building initiatives that will power our economy,” following consultation with indigenous peoples, provinces, and territories.
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