Ontario and Marten Falls First Nation Sign Memorandum of Understanding
McGuinty Government and Marten Falls First Nation Support Responsible Development in the Ring of Fire
Ontario and Marten Falls First Nation have signed a memorandum of understanding to work together to realize the benefits of responsible mineral development in the Ring of Fire.
The memorandum of understanding, signed by Marten Falls First Nation Chief Eli Moonias, Northern Development and Mines Minister Rick Bartolucci and Natural Resources Minister Michael Gravelle in Marten Falls, represents a significant step toward a cooperative approach to mineral and resource development and related economic opportunities. Under the terms of the memorandum Marten Falls First Nation and the province will work together to address employment, economic development and environmental impacts.
Strengthening First Nations ‘communities while supporting a thriving mining sector is part of the McGuinty government’s plan to create jobs for Ontarians, create opportunities for First Nations’ communities and strengthen the economy.
QUICK FACTS
- On May 9, 2012 the province committed to work together with Far North First Nations to ensure First Nations’ participation in proposed Ring of Fire developments.
- The Ring of Fire, located approximately 500 kilometres northeast of Thunder Bay, represents one of the most significant mineral deposits Ontario has seen in over a century, with multi-generational mineral production opportunities on a scale similar to historic world-class mining areas, such as Timmins, Sudbury, Kirkland Lake and Red Lake.
- Ontario is committed to ensuring that its duty to consult is met with proposed Ring of Fire developments.
