PECKFORD -- Canada; where is the rule of law and due process? You hesitate and procrastinate. Weakness is seen, opposition moves in, and investors will not come
Former Newfoundland Labrador Premier Brian Peckford It ain’t rocket science, but it is supremely important. The country’s reputation is at stake. Two projects: Frontier Teck Mine and Coastal Pipeline. The Frontier Mine ... has been through all the processes set up by governments. Ten years, a decade, and the proponent has spent a billion dollars. And it has been approved by the process the governments have set up ... non political. But now the Federal Government stupidly, rather than accept the non political approvals and provide the green light, hesitates, signals possible delay. So, what does this do? It gives all those who opposed the project new life, and puts into confusion legitimate processes for resource projects in this country, and gives investors reason to stay clear of Canada. The Coastal Gas Pipeline ... all approved and being built. Four unelected chiefs say no. All elected chiefs say yes. Proponent forced to court, and get an in...