The Port of Montreal's planned expansion is set to be the first test of Prime Minister Mark Carney's major projects agenda.
A Quebec environmental group has warned of potential court challenges if regulations are bypassed to expedite construction.
Dominic LeBlanc, Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade and Intergovernmental Affairs, has expressed support for the project, calling it "nation-building" for the country.
The project is the type of "nation-building" the country needs.
Court challenges are expected as the expansion moves forward, with the Port of Montreal's development plans drawing scrutiny.
Author's summary: Carney's agenda faces first test.