Russian scientists sound alarm over BC LNG project opposed by some First Nations
Russian scientist issued warnings based on experience with similar projects in Russia
Natural resource development
No money in federal budget to improve consultation with First Nations on natural resource development
Harper government promised in previous budget to deal with consultation
Colombian guerilla group holding Canadian mining executive hostage takes aim at Ottawa
A Colombia guerilla group is trying to draw Ottawa into its battle with a Toronto-based mining company which is quietly trying to secure the release of one of its executives who has been held hostage since January.
Federal budget links welfare payments to First Nation youth job training, focus on building workforce for mining sector
APTN National News Ottawa – The federal government wants to force Aboriginal youth into the…
Fracking fears gripping some in NWT as shale oil boom tempts
The Sahtu region of the Northwest Territories is ramping up exploration for shale oil and gas.
B.C. mine, First Nations unearth a rare balance
Could it be that a mining company in British Columbia has found the right balance between development and relations with local First Nations?
BC demands on Enbridge pipeline won't change FN opposition
The province of British Columbia is being accused of trying to shake down the federal government.
BC mining plans face protests
Over 100 protestors were outside a Vancouver convention centre Sunday protesting at the site of a mining conference.
Atleo: mining and energy the ‘new fur trade’
Assembly of First Nations national Chief Shawn Atleo says the energy and mining industries represent the “new fur trade” for First Nations communities, according to a report in the New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal.