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News Release
First Nation Hires Lands And Resources Coordinator
July 22, 2009
McGuinty Government Helps Pic River First Nation Strengthen Local Economy
NEWS
The Pic River First Nation can now pursue more local economic development opportunities with a new lands and resources coordinator.
The coordinator will consult with private and public partners about mining, tourism, forestry and other business activities within the First Nation’s traditional territory.
The two-year contract includes:
- developing a comprehensive understanding of local economic activities
- identifying potential impacts on traditional lands
- building productive relationships with natural resource companies
- drafting and maintaining agreements.
QUOTES
“I commend Pic River First Nation for proactively working toward long-term, sustainable economic development.”
- Michael Gravelle, Minister of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry and Chair of the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)
“This initiative ensures that Pic River First Nation has the proper tools to engage in meaningful discussions with industry and government about development on their traditional lands. It is a strong step forward to ensuring that this First Nation shares in the benefits of resource development.”
– Brad Duguid, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs
QUICK FACTS
- Through the NOHFC, the province is providing $75,000 for this two-year project.
- The NOHFC’s Youth Internship Program has also contributed $21,294 for the Pic River First Nation to hire a one-year administrative assistant to the lands and resources coordinator.
- The Pic River First Nation is located north of Lake Superior.
- About the NOHFC
Michel Lavoie, MNDMF, 705-564-7125
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