Tsay Keh Dene

Benchmark Announces Issuance of Share Purchase Warrants to First Nations Under Exploration Cooperation Agreement

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Thursday, July 22, 2021

John Williamson, CEO, commented, "The Warrants awarded to the partner First Nations are a significant step to advancing the Project with First Nations' ownership and support.

Key Points: 
  • John Williamson, CEO, commented, "The Warrants awarded to the partner First Nations are a significant step to advancing the Project with First Nations' ownership and support.
  • Chief Pierre from Tsay Keh Dene nation stated, "The call warrants to be issued by Benchmark to the Tse Keh Nay First Nations is further proof that Benchmark values its relationship with the Tse Keh Nay First Nations" said Chief Pierre.
  • The Warrants were issued pursuant to an exemptive relief order issued by the Alberta Securities Commission ("ASC") on behalf of the ASC and the B.C.
  • Benchmark is managed by proven resource sector professionals, who have a track record of advancing exploration projects from grassroots scenarios through to production.

Thesis Signs Trilateral Agreement with Partner Nations

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Monday, May 31, 2021

"Tsay Keh Dene and the other Tse Keh Nay Nations have joined together to sign an agreement with Thesis Gold that is based on respect for the rights and interests of the Tse Keh Nay and a commitment to environmentally responsible exploration at the Ranch property," said Chief Pierre.

Key Points: 
  • "Tsay Keh Dene and the other Tse Keh Nay Nations have joined together to sign an agreement with Thesis Gold that is based on respect for the rights and interests of the Tse Keh Nay and a commitment to environmentally responsible exploration at the Ranch property," said Chief Pierre.
  • "Even though the relationship is at an early stage, we are encouraged by Thesis Gold's willingness to work with Tse Keh Nay to advance our mutual interests."
  • Ewan Webster, President and CEO of Thesis commented, "We are pleased to have entered into this agreement and look forward to working cooperatively with all our partner nations in the region."
  • The 178 km2Ranch Gold Project is located about 300 km north of Smithers, BC within the prolific Golden Horseshoe.

Canada supports Carrier Sekani Tribal Council nation rebuilding efforts

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Thursday, January 24, 2019

Today, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, announced that Canada has provided the Carrier Sekani Tribal Council with $599,200 throughthe Nation Rebuilding Program to support their efforts towards self-determination.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, announced that Canada has provided the Carrier Sekani Tribal Council with $599,200 throughthe Nation Rebuilding Program to support their efforts towards self-determination.
  • Funding will support the Carrier Sekani Tribal Council develop both centralized capacity as well as local capacity in each Carrier Sekani First Nation community to rebuild their governance and hereditary structures.
  • "Through the Nation Rebuilding Program, Canada is pleased to support the Carrier Sekani Tribal Council in their important work rebuilding and reconstituting their nation.
  • Nation Rebuilding Program funding has been made available for five years starting in 2018-19.