IEDM – Ressources Naturelles et autochtones : il y a des histoires à succès – Germain Belzile
November 12, 2018 | 7 min. 44 sec. | Des matins en or (Ici Radio-Canada) Interview (in French) with Germain Belzile, Senior […]
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Les premiers entrepreneurs
Many indigenous communities support resource development.
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The First Entrepreneurs – Natural Resource Development and First Nations
The media often convey the impression that First Nations wish to earn a living from traditional activities alone and have little interest in the development of their communities. Yet while some oppose mining and forestry or the building of energy infrastructure, others favour such development and wish to take advantage of the resulting wealth and jobs. This paper focuses on cases where First Nations decided to become involved in the development of resources on their territory, and on the benefits they derived from this involvement.
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Approbation de projets énergétiques : la valse de l’incertitude doit cesser
The value of canceled energy projects in this country.
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End uncertainty on energy-project approvals
The ineffectiveness of the governmental approval process for energy projects.
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Energy Projects: Boosting Investment by Reducing Uncertainty
In recent years, numerous national energy projects have been cancelled or substantially delayed in Canada due to the ineffectiveness of the governmental approval process. This situation is alarming, given the contribution of the energy sector to the Canadian economy, but also our loss of competitiveness relative to our main trading partner. Indeed, the United States has put in place a series of reforms aimed at reducing the regulatory burden for businesses, while here, we are heading in the opposite direction.
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Canadian Hydrocarbons: A Tale of Missed Opportunities
Quebec has missed a great opportunity to grow rich through the exploitation of our natural resources.
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Apuiat : un projet inutile qui coûte deux fois trop cher
Hydro-Québec is right to want to prioritize profitable projects
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Hydrocarbures : l’occasion ratée
Quebec has missed a great opportunity to grow rich through the exploitation of our natural resources.
IEDM – Hydro-Québec a raison de vouloir prioriser des projets rentables – Mathieu Bédard
August, 9 2018 | 11 min. 36 sec. | Drainville PM l’été (98,5FM) Interview (in French) with Mathieu Bédard, Economist at the […]