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Subject: [harmful-hydro] FW: Tataskweyak Cree Nation (Split Lake) news release
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SPLIT LAKE CREE FIRST NATION
Split Lake, Manitoba R0B 1P0
Telephone: (204) 342-2045 Fax: (204) 342-2270
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October 17, 2000
Split Lake Cree Nation enters new era with Manitoba Hydro
Full And Proper Partnership Between First Nation and Hydro
Sets Precedent for Future Development
Split Lake, MB _ Premier Gary Doer joined in the announcement of
an
agreement signed in Split Lake between Manitoba Hydro and the
Tataskweyak Cree Nation that will provide an equity position for the
First Nation in the proposed Gull Project hydro development, located
in their traditional territories.
"This is an historic day for all Manitobans," said Doer.
"We now
have a new model for partnerships with First Nations that will impact
on all future hydro development _ key for future prosperity in
the
North and for Manitoba as a whole. Not only does will provide further
valuable economic opportunities for First Nation communities and all
other northerners but it allows for the prospect of an affordable
source of clean energy for all Manitobans for decades to come."
Doer also said that it is the province's intention that any
future
hydro development, including the Gull proposal, will be subject to a
full environmental process before the government would be in a
position for potential approval. "It is appropriate for the first
model for a new partnership with First Nations in the 21st century
that we also have 21st century environmental assurances before the
possibility of proceeding," said Doer.
Chief Duke Beardy stated, "This agreement is timely as First
Nations
must assume control of their own resources for the economic, social
and cultural benefit of their members and through careful
consideration of choices based on traditional beliefs and realistic
assessments of the options for development." Chief Beardy went
on to
say, "The membership of the Tataskweyak Cree Nation
overwhelmingly
supported this agreement by a vote of 204 to 58 held in Split Lake on
October 3rd, 2000. A twenty-five percent portion of any revenues
generated by new hydro developments in our region is something we
have worked for and negotiated over the last several years and, in my
view, is a major achievement for our people."
Bob Brennan, CEO of Manitoba Hydro confirmed that past hydro electric
developments within the Tataskweyak Cree Nation region represents 75
percent of the power generated by Manitoba Hydro and indicated that
several new options for future hydro development in the Province
include a project at Gull Rapids, an area located within the region.
"This agreement is unique and represents a significant first
step,"
said Greg Selinger, Minister responsible for Manitoba Hydro. "And
it
will ensure, for the first time, a full and proper partnership
between Hydro and First Nations as a precedent for future hydro
development."
Also on hand at this signing ceremony was Eric Robinson, Minister of
Aboriginal and Northern Affairs who stated, "It is my experience
that
for too long, First Nations people have made sacrifices for hydro
development projects while receiving few of the benefits. This
agreement will ensure the people of Split Lake are true partners in
any new developments in the region."
"Though I realize, that there is still much work to be done
before
any final agreement can be achieved, today's event will be
described
in the future as the beginning of a new way to do business in
Manitoba with Manitoba Hydro." said Chief Beardy. "We will
move
forward and create this new opportunity for sustainability and
prosperity for all Northern Cree in Manitoba.
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