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First Nation meets to discuss future uranium production

A Saskatchewan First Nation is hold meetings to discuss the future of uranium production on traditional lands. File / Global News

SASKATOON – A northern Saskatchewan First Nation is holding community meetings to discuss a proposed agreement with uranium producers Cameco and AREVA.

The agreement could provide an estimated $600 million in economic benefit to the English River First Nation over the next 10 years through industry employment, sustainable business development and community investment.

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Vice-chief Marie Black says the agreement will be in place as long as Cameco or AREVA continue to operate on English River’s traditional lands.

Black says this agreement is the most beneficial for residents for generations to come and she believes it will give them a better life.

English River First Nation is 550 km northwest of Saskatoon.

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