Carney government changes language on First Nations water rights (opens in new tab)

Prime Minister Mark Carney's government is expected to introduce a new First Nations clean water bill Tuesday. A draft obtained by The Canadian Press changes language from a previous bill that would have recognized that First Nations have a human right to clean drinking water. The draft was labelled "for consultation until June 11, 2026," and it was unclear whether Ottawa made changes after that consultation period ended. The bill is expected shortly before the House of Commons rises Friday f...