HIGH-GRADE NI-CU-PT-PD-ZN-CR-AU-V-TI DISCOVERIES IN THE "RING OF FIRE"
NI 43-101 Update (September 2012): 11.1 Mt @ 1.68% Ni, 0.87% Cu, 0.89 gpt Pt and 3.09 gpt Pd and 0.18 gpt Au (Proven & Probable Reserves) / 8.9 Mt @ 1.10% Ni, 1.14% Cu, 1.16 gpt Pt and 3.49 gpt Pd and 0.30 gpt Au (Inferred Resource)
Message: Another report on the symposium
Matawa First Nations Open Conference on Mining
Written by James Murray
During a presentation at the Matawa First Nations first ever Mineral Exploration Mining Symposium, the Interim Mineral Measures Process was unveiled. The innovative document, created by the Matawa First Nations technical committee and approved by the Chiefs, provides guidelines on how communities interact with the mineral exploration and mining industry, bringing new ideas to terms like consultation and accommodation.
Chief Sonny Gagnon of Aroland First Nation says; “Matawa communities continue to voice that we are willing to work together to build productive and positive relationships with the mining industry, provided that we are consulted and are included in any potential benefits from projects occurring within our traditional territory. This new process is meant as a starting point for dialogue between First Nations and mineral companies, and will serve as a guide to help avoid potential conflicts in the North.”
The “How to Guide” was passed through resolution by Matawa Chiefs in September of 2009.
The two day conference will also feature breakout sessions focusing on specific sections of the Interim Mineral Measures Process where industry representatives will be given the chance to provide their input and feedback on the document. The final Interim Mineral Measures Process is expected to be officially rolled out in March of 2010.
Chief Roy Moonias of Neskantaga First Nation says; “We recognize that partnerships will provide incentives in the development of sustainable and prosperous communities that will help us overcome current challenges like high unemployment and lack of infrastructure. Matawa is sharing this guide, with the intention of removing any uncertainty that may impact the mineral exploration business and the communities in a negative manner.”
Currently the Matawa region is the most active mineral exploration region in Northern Ontario, with over sixty mining and mineral companies working in First Nation’s traditional territories.
Tuesday, 09 February 2010 10:22
THUNDER BAY - Representatives from the Mining and Mineral Industry and Government Officials, joined Matawa First Nations leadership in Thunder Bay, Ontario today, where a new process was introduced aimed to bring First Nations and mineral companies together on some common understandings. During a presentation at the Matawa First Nations first ever Mineral Exploration Mining Symposium, the Interim Mineral Measures Process was unveiled. The innovative document, created by the Matawa First Nations technical committee and approved by the Chiefs, provides guidelines on how communities interact with the mineral exploration and mining industry, bringing new ideas to terms like consultation and accommodation.
Chief Sonny Gagnon of Aroland First Nation says; “Matawa communities continue to voice that we are willing to work together to build productive and positive relationships with the mining industry, provided that we are consulted and are included in any potential benefits from projects occurring within our traditional territory. This new process is meant as a starting point for dialogue between First Nations and mineral companies, and will serve as a guide to help avoid potential conflicts in the North.”
The “How to Guide” was passed through resolution by Matawa Chiefs in September of 2009.
The two day conference will also feature breakout sessions focusing on specific sections of the Interim Mineral Measures Process where industry representatives will be given the chance to provide their input and feedback on the document. The final Interim Mineral Measures Process is expected to be officially rolled out in March of 2010.
Chief Roy Moonias of Neskantaga First Nation says; “We recognize that partnerships will provide incentives in the development of sustainable and prosperous communities that will help us overcome current challenges like high unemployment and lack of infrastructure. Matawa is sharing this guide, with the intention of removing any uncertainty that may impact the mineral exploration business and the communities in a negative manner.”
Currently the Matawa region is the most active mineral exploration region in Northern Ontario, with over sixty mining and mineral companies working in First Nation’s traditional territories.
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