Former B.C. Minister Decries Bill 15’s Treatment of First Nations
Thursday, May 29, 2025, 12:21 pm
Former B.C. minister Melanie Mark has lambasted the provincial government for pushing Bill 15, accusing officials of ditching First Nations communities and environmental advocates. The outburst comes amid mounting calls for policy reversal in a politically charged atmosphere.
Melanie Mark is accusing the B.C. government of "turning their backs" on First Nations, local governments and environmentalists by passing controversial fast-track bills.
VICTORIA - Former British Columbia minister Melanie Mark is accusing Premier David Eby and his cabinet of "turning their backs" on First Nations, local governments and environmentalists by passing controversial bills to fast-track infrastructure projects.
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