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HISTORIC NORTHERN SUMMIT WITH FIRST NATIONS LEADERS A FIRST STEP

Released on October 6, 2008

A historic dialogue began today in Prince Albert between six government ministers and First Nations leaders from Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC) and the Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC).

"This is a historic meeting, held just 10 months after we became government, and it was clear that we have common goals," First Nations and Métis Relations Minister June Draude said. "Both our government and First Nations want to find ways to ensure First Nations share in the wealth of the province, stimulate job creation and secure contracts while maintaining environmental stewardship."

Today's meeting with 13 chiefs and three elected Tribal Council representatives started a dialogue that will continue into the future.

"I am glad we could have a respectful dialogue," Draude said. "There can be differences of opinion, but we discussed them in a professional manner. The question is to find a way to balance the rights of First Nations with economic opportunities and environmental stewardship."

Ministers attending the meeting in Prince Albert included Deputy Premier Ken Krawetz, Energy and Resources Minister Bill Boyd, Enterprise and Innovation Minister Lyle Stewart, Environment Minister Nancy Heppner and Municipal Affairs Minister Bill Hutchinson.

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For more information, contact:

Jennifer Johnson
Executive Council
Regina
Phone: 306-787-4829
Email: jennifer.johnson@gov.sk.ca
Cell: 306-529-5350

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