Quebec's Minister Lafrenière states Indigenous communities must pay $250M hydro debt; Hydro-Québec commits to economic reconciliation.
Quebec's Minister Ian Lafrenière stated that Indigenous communities cannot avoid paying their hydro bills, which have accumulated to a $250 million debt. He emphasized the need for negotiation rather than refusal to pay, calling it an ineffective protest. Hydro-Québec will not cut services to these communities as part of its commitment to economic reconciliation. Both the Parti Québécois and Quebec Liberal Party have voiced concerns, advocating for equitable solutions.
September 24, 2024
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