Thursday, May 15, 2008

National Chief Forecasts 200-300 Billion IN Ec. Dev Opportunities. But No Justice No Peace.

Work with First Nations to develop resources, Fontaine urges
Sault Star
... and Housing), Michael Gravelle (Northern Development and Mines),
Donna Cansfield (Natural Resources) and David Caplan (Public
Infrastructure Renewal). ...
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Fontaine, in his address to the delegates, said only by working
together, "developing trust and respect, can there be meaningful
dialogue."

He's forecasting significant investment throughout the country in the
next decade, $200 to $300 billion into mining, forestry, hydro and
pipelines, "an opportunity of a better future for all parties, provided
the parties have the knowledge and respect of one another upon entering
discussions."