For the first time, Beaverhouse First Nation in Kirkland Lake has signed an agreement with a mining company.
The First Nation and Agnico Eagle said the agreement is a milestone that will provide opportunities to Beaverhouse First Nation for generations to come.
“Our values are very constructive and based on respect and listening and learning,” said Andre Leite, Agnico’s vice-president for Ontario.
“We’ve been, you know, operating Macassa Mine now close to a century and we’re looking forward to continuing with this relationship for years to come.”
“This is going to be, you know, fruitful for the membership long-term and that’s what’s important,” said Chief Wayne Wabie of Beaverhouse First Nation.
“Generational planning and, you know, moving forward to ensure that our young people have a future because we are not going to be the ones to leave our territory.”
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