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Billions of dollars worth of work along the Mattagami River, including the Wawaitin Generating Station, is providing local First Nations with big economic opportunities. (Photo supplied)
First Nations prosper through energy projects

First Nations prosper through energy projects Moose Cree First Nation, Wabun Tribal Council see hydro-related success Ian Ross The Moose Cree First Nation have hit upon the secret to true independence. The community is shaking out the final details of a $2.5 million landmark deal struck with Ontario Power Gener

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First Nations prosper through energy projects
First Nations prosper through energy projects Moose Cree First Nation, Wabun Tribal Council see hydro-related success Ian Ross The Moose Cree First Nation have hit upon the secret to true independence. The community is shaking out the final details of a $2.5 million landmark deal struck with Ontario Power Gener
Rural communities vie to be sustainable licence holders
New tool targets Aboriginal youth for mining careers
 Start them young. It's the rationale behind a recruiting tool designed to attract more Aboriginal youth into mineral exploration and mining careers.
Mining company supports First Nation blockade at McFauld's Lake
 Noront Resources Ltd. (NOT:TSX) is supporting the actions of its exploration partner Marten Falls First Nation to block exploration in the Ring of Fire area of the James Bay Lowlands.
• First Nation pushes back against 'Ring of Fire' mine, rail project
• Thunder Bay environmental consulting firm expands
• Chiefs, industry experts gather for Sioux Lookout economic summit
• Opportunity knocks for First Nations value-added business
• Paul Martin pulling Aboriginals out of poverty with CAPE
• Bridging the gap in the Far North
• Community forestry concept gaining momentum
• Uranium exploration holds concern for First Nation
• Paul Martin launches $50 million Aboriginal business fund
• Equity stakes key for First Nation resource partnerships

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