Le ministre des Services pubics et de l’Approvisionnement, Joël Lightbound, prend part à la période de questions à la Chambre des communes, à Ottawa, le 15 juin 2026. LA PRESSE CANADIENNE/Adrian Wyld
By The Canadian Press
Jul 20, 2026 | 10:28 AM
MONTREAL — Quebec and Ottawa have agreed to streamline the environmental assessment process for major infrastructure and resource development projects.
Quebec Environment Minister Pascale Déry and Quebec Lieutenant Joël Lightbound announced an agreement in principle today that aims to eliminate duplication and expedite environmental assessment for major projects.
The agreement will ensure projects that fall under Quebec’s jurisdiction are subject only to the province’s evaluation.
A 21-day public consultation on the matter will take place this summer.