First Nations in Alberta

Gibson Energy, Capstone Infrastructure and Sawridge First Nation announce Renewable Energy Power Purchase Agreement with Buffalo Atlee 2 and 4 Wind Farms, highlighted in the newly released Sustainability Update Report

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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Pursuant to the PPA, Gibson will purchase power and environmental attributes from the Buffalo Atlee Phases 2 and 4 wind projects, located near Jenner, Alberta.

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  • Pursuant to the PPA, Gibson will purchase power and environmental attributes from the Buffalo Atlee Phases 2 and 4 wind projects, located near Jenner, Alberta.
  • The Buffalo Atlee projects are being built and operated by Capstone in partnership with the Sawridge First Nation, who have an equity interest in the projects.
  • "We the People of Sawridge First Nation have lived in both harmony and dependency on the land for survival, said Sam Twinn, Councilor Sawridge First Nation.
  • We feel this balance is being achieved with the Buffalo Atlee project with our friends at Capstone, and Gibson Energy."

Capstone Infrastructure Corporation Successfully Commissions Michichi and Kneehill Solar Projects

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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The Kneehill Solar Project is a 25Mac facility located in Kneehill County, Alberta, just north of the Town of Three Hills.

Key Points: 
  • The Kneehill Solar Project is a 25Mac facility located in Kneehill County, Alberta, just north of the Town of Three Hills.
  • With the two new solar projects, Capstone is continuing its commitment to building meaningful, long-standing relationships with Indigenous communities.
  • Michichi and Kneehill Solar will also provide millions of dollars in stable long-term property tax revenue to Starland and Kneehill County over the operational life of the projects.
  • Both Michichi and Kneehill Solar received significant federal support from Natural Resources Canada’s Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (“SREP”).

NRTA Summit Hosted by Western First Nations

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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Maskwacis, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - May 24, 2023) - Tansi, The Ermineskin Cree Nation of Treaty 6 Territory, in collaboration with the Western Treaty Nations, is thrilled to announce we are hosting the next National Summit on the Natural Resource Transfer Agreements (NRTA) of 1930.

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  • Maskwacis, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - May 24, 2023) - Tansi, The Ermineskin Cree Nation of Treaty 6 Territory, in collaboration with the Western Treaty Nations, is thrilled to announce we are hosting the next National Summit on the Natural Resource Transfer Agreements (NRTA) of 1930.
  • This important event is scheduled to take place from May 29th - June 1, 2023, at the Ermineskin Cree Nation's Maskwa Park in Maskwacis, Alberta, Canada.
  • The governments assumed control over lands and resources created a conflict with the inherent rights and jurisdiction of the First Nations treaty rights holders that are located within these provinces.
  • The Western Treaty Nations is a non-incorporated First Nations Organization delegated by FN's Chiefs.

Capstone Infrastructure Corporation continues strong record of investment in Alberta as Michichi and Kneehill Solar projects hit construction milestones

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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The two new solar facilities Michichi Solar located in Starland County, and Kneehill Solar located in Kneehill County, will each produce 25 MWac of electricity, enough power to supply 12,000 Alberta homes every year.

Key Points: 
  • The two new solar facilities Michichi Solar located in Starland County, and Kneehill Solar located in Kneehill County, will each produce 25 MWac of electricity, enough power to supply 12,000 Alberta homes every year.
  • With the two new solar projects, Capstone is continuing its commitment to building meaningful, long-standing relationships with Indigenous communities.
  • "Capstone is pleased to announce were meeting our construction milestones for the Michichi and Kneehill Solar Projects, says David Eva, Chief Executive Officer of Capstone.
  • The Kneehill Solar Project is located in Kneehill County, Alberta, just north of the Town of Three Hills.

HOTEL EQUITIES TO MANAGE SAWRIDGE INN AND CONFERENCE CENTRE

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Friday, July 29, 2022
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Edmonton, AB, July 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hotel ownership, management, and development firm Hotel Equities (HE) continues to grow its management portfolio in Canada as it assumes management of the Sawridge Inn and Conference Centre, located in Edmonton South, Alberta.

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  • Edmonton, AB, July 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hotel ownership, management, and development firm Hotel Equities (HE) continues to grow its management portfolio in Canada as it assumes management of the Sawridge Inn and Conference Centre, located in Edmonton South, Alberta.
  • Hotel Equities could not be more excited to be managing the hotel on behalf of its new owners, said Hotel Equities Senior Vice President of Business Development, Ryan McRae.
  • The Sawridge Inn and Conference Centre is a terrific addition to our Edmonton hotels, said Martin Stitt, Senior Vice President of Operations at Hotel Equities.
  • Sawridge Inn and Conference Centre caters to both leisure and business travelers and specializes in group travel.

Atlas Growers welcomes Pasqua First Nation as major shareholder, announces plans for traditional medicines-driven cannabis product

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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Atlas first welcomed Pasqua First Nation as a shareholder in 2018.

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  • Atlas first welcomed Pasqua First Nation as a shareholder in 2018.
  • Since then, the two organizations have forged a true partnership, including a unique Indigenous brand and product line called Mino-Ahki Good Earth.
  • This project will produce a first-of-its-kind topical cream that combines traditional medicines and remedies with Atlas medicinal cannabis extracts and proprietary formulations.
  • Pasqua First Nation #79 is a Saulteaux/Cree First Nation located 60km northeast of Regina and 15 km west of Fort Qu'Appelle, Saskatchewan.

North American Construction Group Ltd. Announces Increase in Committed Scope and Volume

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
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Dan Gallagher, Interim Chief Executive Officer, Mikisew Group, stated: We are extremely proud of our partnerships with both North American Construction Group and the producers in the oil sands region.

Key Points: 
  • Dan Gallagher, Interim Chief Executive Officer, Mikisew Group, stated: We are extremely proud of our partnerships with both North American Construction Group and the producers in the oil sands region.
  • The Company has a 49% ownership and voting interest in MNALP with the majority owner (51%) being the Mikisew Group of Companies.
  • Mikisew Group of Companies (Mikisew Group) is the Independent Economic Development arm of the Mikisew Cree First Nation.
  • North American Construction Group Ltd. (www.nacg.ca) is one of Canadas largest providers of heavy construction and mining services.

Steel River Group Announces Partnership with Chiniki First Nation

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
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CALGARY, Alberta, July 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steel River Group Ltd. (Steel River), an Indigenous-owned diversified management and construction consortium, has announced a new partnership with Chiniki First Nation (Chiniki), one of three Nations that make up the Stoney Nakoda Nations.

Key Points: 
  • CALGARY, Alberta, July 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steel River Group Ltd. (Steel River), an Indigenous-owned diversified management and construction consortium, has announced a new partnership with Chiniki First Nation (Chiniki), one of three Nations that make up the Stoney Nakoda Nations.
  • It gives me great pride to announce our partnership with Chiniki and I am proud to welcome the Nation to the Steel River Ecosystem, said Trent Fequet, founder and CEO of Steel River Group.
  • Chiniki First Nation welcomes the opportunity to partner with Steel River Group to diversify the Chiniki First Nation economy and to provide meaningful employment for the community today as well as for future generations, said the Nation.
  • Steel River is honored to support and collaborate with Chiniki First Nation on projects that will contribute to the well-being of the Nation, while continuing to diversify its economic position.

Mikisew Group of Companies ("Mikisew Group") Announces Leadership Succession

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Thursday, July 1, 2021
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Edward Courtoreille has served as CEO to the Mikisew Group for nearly 3 years and has led his team to significant growth at the Mikisew Group.

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  • Edward Courtoreille has served as CEO to the Mikisew Group for nearly 3 years and has led his team to significant growth at the Mikisew Group.
  • This represented Edward's second term at Mikisew Group as he previously served as the founding President of our legacy companies 2000 Plus LTD and MML, from 1991 to 1999.
  • "I am very proud of the numerous achievements Mikisew Group has attained during my tenure as CEO.
  • Mikisew Group of Companies ("Mikisew Group") is the Independent Economic Development arm of the Mikisew Cree First Nation.

Steel River Group Announces Partnership with Bearspaw First Nation

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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CALGARY, Alberta, June 30, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steel River Group Ltd. (Steel River), an Indigenous-owned diversified management and construction consortium, has announced a new partnership with Bearspaw First Nation (Bearspaw), one of three Nations that make up the Stoney Nakoda Nations.

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, June 30, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steel River Group Ltd. (Steel River), an Indigenous-owned diversified management and construction consortium, has announced a new partnership with Bearspaw First Nation (Bearspaw), one of three Nations that make up the Stoney Nakoda Nations.
  • Im thrilled to announce this partnership with the Bearspaw First Nation and to welcome them into the Steel River Ecosystem, said Trent Fequet, founder and CEO of Steel River Group.
  • At Steel River Group, we are proud to align Indigenous communities with our Alliance partners, and this new partnership with Bearspaw is indicative of that.
  • Bearspaw First Nation is very excited to engage with a progressive Indigenous owned company like Steel River, said Chief Darcy Dixon of Bearspaw First Nation.