Thank you, Mr. Speaker. There are different processes that are followed. In the case of lands that are covered by comprehensive claims agreements, very often the benefits packages are expected to be negotiated with the claimant groups. In cases outside regions like the Deh Cho and the South Slave, particularly Deh Cho, where there is no claim in place, federal legislation covers the benefits that should flow to communities that are neighbouring the area where the exploration permit is granted, or the exploration licence. And very often, the exploration licence is granted and then the company is expected, after the fact, to negotiate a benefits package with communities. Thank you.
Stephen Kakfwi on Question 137-13(7): Oil And Gas Exploration
In the Legislative Assembly on April 27th, 1999. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 137-13(7): Oil And Gas Exploration
Question 137-13(7): Oil And Gas Exploration
Item 6: Oral Questions
April 26th, 1999
Page 366
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