The construction of the Northern Gateway Pipeline has been a controversial issue between Canadian government and the First Nations groups. First Nations groups have voiced their objections about this project as the pipeline is blueprinted to pass through the lands owned by the First Nations. Due to this external threat, the Northern Gateway Pipeline project has been delayed. Since the constitutional and legal power of the Aboriginals is very influential, it is important that settlements are made. Also, since the aboriginals have charged lawsuits in federal courts, the sunk cost of the lawsuits may have a negative impact in the long run.

From this situation, it will be essential for the provincial government to come to an agreement with the Aboriginals. As this dispute would be perceived as a threat, it should be resolved as soon as possible. Moreover, in regards to business ethics, the settlement should be fair and both parties should benefit from this. In the past, the government took advantage of the Aboriginals in many ways through the Indian Act. If a resolution can be made, the threat can be turned into an opportunity for Canada’s economy, as there will be an increase in job opportunities and trade of oil.

Work Cited

“Enbridge Cheapens as Pipeline Funding Need Rises | Reading Eagle – AP.” Reading Eagle. N.p., 03 Oct. 2014. Web. 05 Oct. 2014. <http://readingeagle.com/ap/article/enbridge-cheapens-as-pipeline-funding-need-rises>.

Gibson, Rob. “Northern Gateway Pipeline Delayed While Project Seeks First Nations Support.” Http://www.sunnewsnetwork.ca/. N.p., 4 Sept. 2014. Web. 05 Oct. 2014. <http://www.sunnewsnetwork.ca/sunnews/canada/archives/2014/09/20140904-173314.html>.

“Coastal First Nations Walk Away from Northern Gateway Review Process | PIPELINE OBSERVER.” Coastal First Nations Walk Away from Northern Gateway Review Process | PIPELINE OBSERVER. N.p., 4 Feb. 2013. Web. 05 Oct. 2014. <http://pipelineobserver.ca/coastal-first-nations-walk-away-from-northern-gateway-review-process/>.