Carney's investment summit draws Indigenous and environmental protests

In Ottawa, Canada, Prime Minister Mark Carney's investment summit on September 14, 2026, drew protests from Indigenous leaders, environmental groups, and unions. They oppose his major projects agenda, fearing threats to Indigenous lands and public services. The summit attracted global asset managers like BlackRock and Blackstone. Carney's government invited Indigenous business leaders, but only the Métis National Council president attended. Assembly of First Nations Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak urged investors to consult First Nations directly to avoid legal battles.