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Overview Of The Cree Nation Mining Policy

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To provide Pehdzeh Ki First Nation (“PKFN”) with comparable mining policies, the policies of a first nation, a territorial government, and a collaborative between a provincial government and first nations are summarized below. Principles relevant to PKFN from the three summarized polices are then explored.

Cree Nation Mining Policy

The Cree Nation Mining Policy supports the development of mineral resources within the Traditional Territories of Eeyou Istchee if Cree rights are respected, appropriate measures are taken to protect the environment, and benefits flow to their communities. In addition, development must provide long-term social and economic benefits. Moreover, it must be sustainable and respect the Cree way of life.

The policy outlines three pillars. Pillar #1 is Promotion and Support of Mining Activities and is further divided into two subsections: (i) Mineral Rights and (ii) Cree Contributions. This Pillar establishes that the Crees promote and support mining provided that their rights and interests in their lands and resources are protected. Further, the Crees want to contribute their traditional, technical, and scientific expertise to mining projects.

Pillar #2 is Mining and Sustainable Practices. This pillar has three subsections: (i) Sustainable Development Policy; (ii) Mining must be …show more content…

The six principles are: (i) Mineral development should provide a legacy of positive benefits for NWT residents; (ii) The environment must be considered and respected; (iii) Clear, transparent and certain regulation guide responsible, sustainable mineral development; (iv) The rights and traditions of Aboriginal people should be respected; (v) Cooperation and partnerships are essential to achieve sustainable mineral development; (vi) The NWT is a destination of choice for responsible and sustainable mineral investment, exploration and

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