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Released on December 10, 2010
A unique agreement was signed today by Environment Minister Dustin Duncan and the Chiefs of the James Smith Cree Nation, the Peter Chapman Band and the Chakastaypasin Band of the Cree outlining how the parties will work together on understanding the impacts of a proposed diamond mine on the communities and their treaty and Aboriginal rights.
The consultation agreement regarding the environmental assessment of Shore Gold's Star-Orion South Diamond project was initiated by the three First Nations closest to the proposed mine site in the Fort à la Corne Provincial Forest, northeast of Prince Albert.
It outlines general provisions related to consultation on this project and the roles and responsibilities of the province, the three bands and Shore Gold in the consultation and environmental assessment processes.
"This agreement is a first for the province and supports more efficient and effective consultations," Duncan said. "It was the Chiefs' idea and I applaud their leadership and commitment to working together with the province in developing this agreement."
"The signing today is another step on our journey to being a healthy, wealthy and prosperous community," James Smith Cree Nation Chief Wally Burns said. "The agreement is the first of its kind in Saskatchewan and it will require diligence on the part of all parties to ensure we secure the future our ancestors foresaw in the Treaties. This is a proud day for the people of the James Smith Cree Nation."
"We view this agreement as a significant milestone," Peter Chapman Band Chief Robert Head said. "While other First Nations wrestle with the issue of consultation and accommodation we have successfully negotiated the means and process to protect our interests and build a brighter future for our children. The environment and development must be carefully managed. This agreement ensures we are at the table to do so."
"This is a proud day for my people," Chakastaypasin Band of the Cree Chief Calvin Sanderson said. "The signing of the consultation agreement is proof that negotiation and not confrontation works, and that shared vision and hard work of the provincial and First Nation governments can create the environment for mutual prosperity."
The agreement does not bind the signatories to support the mine and is not a financial agreement. It also supports the province's legally-required consultation process and environmental assessment timelines.
The James Smith Cree Nation received funds in August 2010 from the Ministry of First Nations and Métis Relations' Consultation Participation Fund to assist with its participation in the environmental assessment process for this proposed diamond mine.
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For more information, contact:
Michele McEachern
Environment
Regina
Phone: 306-787-0412 Winston McLean
Iron Wolf Consulting
Saskatoon
Phone: 306-227-3084
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