Yukon First Nations, mineral executives pledge to work together at Roundup – CBC
First Nations leaders ask executives to stand behind them in ongoing disputes with federal territorial govts
Mineral industry executives are urging governments to work to resolve issues with Yukon First Nations following meetings at the Mineral Exploration Roundup in Vancouver, B.C.
About 150 company executives met with First Nations delegates yesterday. During the meetings, First Nations leaders emphasized their desire for partnerships with mining companies — and the jobs that come along with them — but also said they must defend their final agreements.
The Yukon’s Umbrella Final Agreement with First Nations is at the centre of an ongoing dispute at the federal level. Bill S-6, which is in second reading, would amend the Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Act. First Nations are adamantly opposed to the bill, saying it undermines the foundation of the Umbrella Final Agreement.
