Tahltan Nation

Jade Miners Sue B.C. Government Following First Nation's "Eviction Notice"

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Government, McMillan LLP, Environment, Tahltan Nation, Cassiar, Order

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - March 25, 2024) - Cassiar Jade Contracting Inc. ("Cassiar Jade") and Glenpark Enterprises Ltd. ("Glenpark") (together the "Companies") today filed a notice of civil claim in BC Supreme Court, seeking monetary damages from the BC Government.

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  • Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - March 25, 2024) - Cassiar Jade Contracting Inc. ("Cassiar Jade") and Glenpark Enterprises Ltd. ("Glenpark") (together the "Companies") today filed a notice of civil claim in BC Supreme Court, seeking monetary damages from the BC Government.
  • This is the same section, of the same act, that the government used to shut down mining activity on part of Vancouver Island earlier this month.
  • "It is incredibly frustrating to have to sue our own government, after 35 years of being a pioneer in this industry and building a global market," said Tony Ritter, President of Cassiar Jade.
  • "So if this is the government's approach to reconciliation, then it is going to lose a lot of investment in BC."

Tahltan Nation Development Corporation and Finning Canada Launch TNDC Mobile Training Centre - Building Capacity for Generations to Come

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Heavy equipment, Cat, Tahltan Nation, Friends, Mining, Finning, Organizational culture, Growth, Management

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, at AME Roundup , the Tahltan Nation Development Corporation (TNDC) and Finning Canada proudly announce the launch of the TNDC Mobile Training Centre.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, at AME Roundup , the Tahltan Nation Development Corporation (TNDC) and Finning Canada proudly announce the launch of the TNDC Mobile Training Centre.
  • This innovative training facility, established in collaboration with Finning Canada, is equipped with cutting-edge simulators designed to provide comprehensive Heavy Equipment training.
  • The TNDC Mobile Training Centre is a 44-foot trailer designed for training purposes.
  • “We are thrilled to unveil the TNDC Mobile Training Centre,” explains Colleen Cashin, VP of People and Corporate Culture from Tahltan Nation Development Corporation.

TNDC Welcomes Todd den Engelsen as New CEO

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Friday, January 19, 2024
Royal Roads University, Employment, Corporate services, Partnership, Tahltan Nation, Business administration, Organization development, Construction, Tier 1, Growth, CHRP (human resources), MBA, Interim, Organization, Fellow, Admiration, Management

On behalf of the board, we extend Todd a warm welcome to the TNDC team.

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  • On behalf of the board, we extend Todd a warm welcome to the TNDC team.
  • We also extend our gratitude and appreciation to Bruce Gordichuk, TNDC’s President of Construction, who has led TNDC as the Interim CEO for the past three months and will continue to play an instrumental role assisting Todd moving forward,” says Carol Danielson, Chair, TNDC Board of Directors.
  • “Being Métis, the opportunity to work with an Indigenous business is very meaningful, and I am honoured to be joining TNDC.
  • I look forward to working with TNDC’s board, team, shareholders, and partners to create long-term sustainable growth for the Tahltan Nation,” says Todd den Engelsen, TNDC CEO.

LIFT Announces Changes to its Board of Directors

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Monday, January 8, 2024
Lithium, Marketing, USD, CFO, Consultant, Shadow Galactica, Financial management, Mining, Strategic planning, Lawyer, Yellowknives, Corporation, Sale, LLP, Eldorado Gold, TSX, Andrée, Capacity building, Tahltan Nation

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Li-FT Power Ltd. (“LIFT” or the “Company”) (TSXV: LIFT) (OTCQX: LIFFF) (Frankfurt: WS0) is pleased to announce that Ms. Eva Bellissimo, Mr. Paul Gruner, and Ms. Andree St-Germain have joined the Company’s Board of Directors, effective immediately.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Li-FT Power Ltd. (“LIFT” or the “Company”) (TSXV: LIFT) (OTCQX: LIFFF) (Frankfurt: WS0) is pleased to announce that Ms. Eva Bellissimo, Mr. Paul Gruner, and Ms. Andree St-Germain have joined the Company’s Board of Directors, effective immediately.
  • The Company would also like to announce the resignation of Julie Hajduk and Wanda Cutler from LIFT’s Board of Directors.
  • Francis MacDonald, CEO of LIFT comments, “Firstly, I would like to thank Julie Hajduk and Wanda Cutler for their service on LIFT’s Board since the inception of the Company.
  • I would like to welcome Eva, Paul, and Andree to the LIFT Board.

TNDC and Solvest Partner to Offer Renewable Energy Solutions in Tahltan Territory

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Mining, Sustainable development, Partnership, Tahltan Nation, Government, United Nations Development Corporation, Organization, Carbon, Teck Resources, Teck, Noise, Renewable energy

DEASE LAKE, British Columbia, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tahltan Nation Development Corporation (TNDC), the business arm of the Tahltan Nation, and Solvest, a leading provider of renewable energy solutions, are pleased to announce their strategic partnership aimed at advancing sustainable and clean energy initiatives in Tahltan Territory.

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  • DEASE LAKE, British Columbia, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tahltan Nation Development Corporation (TNDC), the business arm of the Tahltan Nation, and Solvest, a leading provider of renewable energy solutions, are pleased to announce their strategic partnership aimed at advancing sustainable and clean energy initiatives in Tahltan Territory.
  • Under the partnership, TNDC and Solvest will work together to identify and develop renewable solar power solutions that reduce diesel consumption and carbon emissions, with the aim to achieve carbon neutrality in Tahltan Territory in the future.
  • “We are excited to collaborate with Solvest to accelerate our goal to develop and adopt clean energy technologies within Tahltan Territory.
  • “Solvest is excited to partner with TNDC to bring more accessible renewable power to mining companies and communities in Tahltan Territory and to assist TNDC in developing a portfolio of long-term renewable power assets with steady revenue streams.

TNDC Secures Substantial Funding from BC Government for Year 2 of the Pioneering HEO Program

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Partnership, Student, Tahltan Nation, Mentorship, TCG, United Nations Development Corporation, HEO, Employment, Provincial government response to the COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario, Thompson Rivers University, Ministry, CNBC, Mehr, Mining, Heavy equipment operator, TRU, State, Property management, Nursing, Newcrest Mining, Tahltan

A key strategy to the success of the Tahltan HEO Program is supporting Tahltans in acquiring their Class 4, 5 and 7 drivers’ licences in Tahltan Territory.

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  • A key strategy to the success of the Tahltan HEO Program is supporting Tahltans in acquiring their Class 4, 5 and 7 drivers’ licences in Tahltan Territory.
  • Acquiring a driver’s licence is a significant barrier to employment in remote communities and is required to operate equipment.
  • “The inaugural year of our HEO program – February to June 2023 – has already had a profound impact on the lives of several Tahltans.
  • With the newly acquired funding, we are poised to extend the reach of the HEO Program, with new programs and new partners, and magnify its profound and lasting impact.

Tahltan Nation Development Corporation’s Aviation Partner - Central Mountain Air Signs Agreement With Newcrest to Provide Air Transportation of Mine Crews

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Partnership, Dease Lake Airport, CMA, Atmosphere, Choice, Mountain Air, Organization, Mining, The Lady in Red (Chris de Burgh song), Central Mountain Air, Tahltan Nation, Transport, History of Indigenous organizations in Canada, Airline, Newcrest Mining

DEASE LAKE, British Columbia, June 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Tahltan Nation Development Corporation (TNDC) is pleased to announce that its aviation partner, Central Mountain Air (CMA) has secured a new five year-agreement with Newcrest Mining Limited (Newcrest) to provide air transportation for their Red Chris mine crews.

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  • DEASE LAKE, British Columbia, June 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Tahltan Nation Development Corporation (TNDC) is pleased to announce that its aviation partner, Central Mountain Air (CMA) has secured a new five year-agreement with Newcrest Mining Limited (Newcrest) to provide air transportation for their Red Chris mine crews.
  • TNDC’s goal is to be the Indigenous Partner of Choice – an integrated full-service provider and trusted partner to our clients.
  • Air charter services is critical to Newcrest’s operations, and we are pleased our aviation partner, Central Mountain Air continues to provide air charter services to this important client.
  • “Central Mountain Air looks forward to a lasting, meaningful, and respectful relationship with the Tahltan Nation.

Governments of Canada and British Columbia invest over $3 million to bring high-speed Internet to more than 800 households

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Monday, June 12, 2023
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The governments of Canada and British Columbia are taking action to bring high-speed Internet access to underserved communities.

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  • The governments of Canada and British Columbia are taking action to bring high-speed Internet access to underserved communities.
  • This funding is part of an existing agreement between the governments of Canada and British Columbia.
  • In March 2022, both governments announced a historic partnership to invest up to $830 million to connect all remaining rural, remote and Indigenous households throughout the province to high-speed Internet.
  • Since 2015, the Government of Canada has invested more than $524 million in connectivity projects in British Columbia.

PDAC 2023: Cooperative Partnerships in Focus During Indigenous Program

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Prospectors, Tahltan Nation, Painting, ICE, Chair, North American collegiate sustainability programs, PDAC, ESG, Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada, Research, Mining, Government, Missanabie Cree First Nation, Jewellery, First Nations, Social impact, Indigenous peoples, Indigenous

“Meaningful partnerships are the foundation of the industry and PDAC's Indigenous Program is the central place for Indigenous Peoples to speak and be heard by industry,” says Alex Christopher, PDAC President.

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  • “Meaningful partnerships are the foundation of the industry and PDAC's Indigenous Program is the central place for Indigenous Peoples to speak and be heard by industry,” says Alex Christopher, PDAC President.
  • The Indigenous Program at PDAC 2023 is a platform to showcase how cooperative, respectful and mutually beneficial relationships between Indigenous communities and the mineral industry are developed.
  • Our 2023 Indigenous Program spotlights individual grassroots partnerships that leverage agreements to generate economic opportunities and bridge employment gaps, and how industry can incorporate Indigenous considerations into ESG best practices.
  • Join the Indigenous Program and become equipped with strategies to navigate early engagement, negotiations and community impact within Canada's regulatory landscape, to build strong Indigenous and industry mineral development partnerships.

Tahltan Nation and Nisg̱a’a Nation Announce New Partnership That Will Maximize Economic Benefits at the Seabridge KSM Project

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
Employment, MOU, Nation, Tahltan Nation, Mining, Equilateral triangle, Quality of life, Seabridge, Memorandum, Partnership, Geo-Mineral Exploration Corporation, KSM, Golden, Airline, Ging̱olx, Tahltan

This partnership brings new life to a historic and centuries-old Peace Treaty, through the Treaty Creek Limited Partnership.

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  • This partnership brings new life to a historic and centuries-old Peace Treaty, through the Treaty Creek Limited Partnership.
  • The new partnership will optimize their participation at the Seabridge KSM project, further establishing the Nations as industry leaders in mining and exploration.
  • The partnership between the Nations has been established through their respective development corporations, Tahltan Nation Development Corporation and Nisg̱a’a Growth Corporation.
  • That has come to fruition with the creation of the Treaty Creek Limited Partnership, whereby the Nisga’a Nation and Tahltan Nation will combine forces to maximize joint opportunities on the Seabridge KSM Project,” said Chad Norman Day, President of the Tahltan Central Government.