Ontario First Nations Resist Accelerated Mining in Ring of Fire
Ontario's rush to develop mines in the Ring of Fire has sparked resistance from impacted First Nations, who claim their rights are being undermined.
Premier Doug Ford and Indigenous Minister Greg Rickford signed a $39.5-million agreement with Webequie First Nation, including funding for a supply road and community projects.
- $1.5-million for mental health supports
- a new arena
- training and meeting space
- over $10 million for the Webequie Supply Road Project
History repeating itself
First Nations leaders warn they will assert their role as rights holders, deepening divisions over the province's development plans.
Author's summary: Ontario's mining development sparks First Nations resistance.
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