Quebec Forestry Reform Faces Fierce Backlash

April 25, 2025, 2:21 pm

Proposed changes to Quebec’s forestry regime have sparked a storm of criticism, with opponents condemning the plan as a significant environmental and social setback. The controversial bill, marked by opaque consultation processes, has ignited heated debates over sustainable resource management and the province’s stewardship of its natural heritage.

ledevoir.com / Des Premières Nations disent avoir été exclues de la réforme du «régime forestier»

«La protection du Nitassinan et le développement économique ne sont pas incompatibles», soulignent des Innus.

lapresse.ca / La réforme du régime forestier de Québec vivement dénoncée

Aussitôt déposée, aussitôt critiquée : la réforme du régime forestier proposée par Québec est loin de faire l’unanimité. Une coalition de groupes a vertement dénoncé le projet de loi de la ministre des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts, Maïté Blanchette Vézina, affirmant que ce...

ledevoir.com / Tir groupé contre le projet de loi pour les forestières du gouvernement Legault

Des organisations ont dû signer des «ententes de confidentialité» pour participer aux consultations.

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