Shape Mining Benefit Agreements in the Northwest Territories
Official title: Mineral Resource Act - Policy Intentions (Part 2 of 3)
The NWT government is developing regulations for its new Mineral Resources Act. This part focuses on benefit agreements and socio-economic policies for mining projects. They want your input on how mining companies should share benefits with communities and what socio-economic requirements should apply.
Why This Matters
Live in the NWT? Mining is a major employer and economic driver. These rules will determine what benefits flow to your community from mining projects. Indigenous communities especially have a stake in how benefit agreements are structured.
What Could Change
New regulations will set requirements for benefit agreements between mining companies and communities. Socio-economic policies could mandate local hiring, training programs, or community investment. Once finalized, Section 35 consultation with Indigenous groups will occur before the Mineral Resources Act comes into force.
Key Issues
- What should benefit agreements between mining companies and communities include?
- What socio-economic requirements should apply to mining projects?
How to Participate
- Read the Proposed Regulations document on Benefit Agreements and Socio-Economic Policy to understand what's being proposed.
- Download the MRA Technical Feedback Table to organize your comments on specific regulations.
- Email your feedback, questions, or formal presentations to MRA_Implementation@gov.nt.ca.