Canadian Indigenous groups say new laws passed to fast-track energy and mining projects undermine their constitutional rights and violate the government¡¯s obligations to Indigenous people.

The tensions between the government and Indigenous communities reflect longstanding concerns over consultation and the environmental impact of mining projects in Canada.

Canada¡¯s political leaders say the challenge of U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods means the country should fast-track economic development in order to cope with potential economic shocks.