Quebec to fast-track project approvals with new Q-5 law, preserving environmental safeguards.

Quebec Premier François Legault announced plans to introduce legislation called Q-5, inspired by the federal Bill C-5, to speed up environmental approvals for major projects and boost economic growth and job creation. Speaking on the talk show Tout le monde en parle, Legault said lengthy approval processes hinder development but emphasized that environmental protections would remain intact. The move comes amid declining support for his party and a cabinet shuffle following a minister’s resignation. The provincial legislature was prorogued until September 30.