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flag Indigenous leaders in Canada oppose a proposed pipeline, demanding consent and citing legal rights.

flag Indigenous leaders across Canada, especially in British Columbia, are mobilizing resistance to a proposed pipeline to the B.C. flag coast following a federal-provincial agreement. flag They criticize the government for excluding First Nations from consultations, calling the move a violation of legal and constitutional rights. flag While some nations express interest in economic benefits and co-ownership, many emphasize that meaningful consultation and consent are essential, particularly where Aboriginal title exists. flag Leaders stress that environmental protection and treaty rights must not be compromised, and warn that Canada’s global reputation depends on honoring Indigenous rights. flag Legal experts note that if title is recognized, the duty to consult may rise to require consent. flag The project’s approval may hinge on Ottawa’s new major projects office and the government’s adherence to its legal obligations.

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