We are looking at yet another delay for the start of the Lake Manitoba-Lake St. Martin channel. The court of Queen’s Bench has ruled in favor of First Nations and put a halt to the completion of an access road to the site of the construction. The court cited lack of consultation in its decision.
No matter that almost ten years has elapsed in the interim since the flood of 2011. No matter that all parties agree that the channel is a necessity to prevent future high water events. No matter that extensive time, energy and resources have gone into consultation with all interested parties -albeit moreso with First Nations.
However, agree or not the decision of the court and prevailing attitude in Ottawa dictates that more collaboration needs to be done before work will proceed. Premier Pallister and the Manitoba Government will have to overcome stubborn attitudes and accept this reality. If a handful of collaborative meetings is required – get on with it!
Association of Lake Manitoba Stakeholders 
Correct me if I am wrong but were we not told that these consultations have been going on for over a year. I do believe that we are being lied to AGAIN! So sick of this government and their stories!
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