The Carney administration’s new Bill C-5 aims to streamline economic development approval processes, but not everyone is buying it. How debilitating is bureaucratic red tape in delaying economic development projects, really? And is Canada’s political gridlock is doing more harm than good? Let’s take a look at the newly proposed Bill C-5 and talk about what some of its critics, and defenders, are saying.
In Episode 163 of The Bill Kelly Podcast, Bill discusses Bill C-5, a piece of legislation aimed at expediting the parliamentary process for major projects in Canada. Bill critiques the opposition's response, particularly from Green Party leader Elizabeth May, and argues that the current legislative environment is bogged down by delays and obfuscation. He emphasizes the need for a more efficient process while maintaining necessary checks and balances, and addresses concerns about constitutional validity.
This episode was recorded on: June 17, 2025
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Bill C-5 and Parliamentary Challenges
02:49 Critique of Opposition and Legislative Delays
06:05 Constitutional Considerations and Historical Context
09:01 The Need for Accelerated Legislative Processes
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