These are agreements that are presently in place. When they were signed back in the early 90s and later 90s, we never had the regulatory authority over this; this was done under the federal government, the system that was in place at that time, and we have to live up to what was taking place then. When we move forward, as we try to attract new mining companies to the Northwest Territories, we will try to enshrine the stuff that's important to Northerners and the Northwest Territories and ensure we get the best deal for the people of the North.
Wally Schumann on Question 584-18(2): Socio-Economic Agreements
In the Legislative Assembly on February 16th, 2017. See this statement in context.
Question 584-18(2): Socio-Economic Agreements
Oral Questions
February 15th, 2017
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