Articles for tag: agreement, coal, Elk, Nation, sign, stewardship, Teck, Valley, Yaqit, ʔaknuqⱡi

April 20, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

A New Era: Teck Coal and Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi ‘it First Nation Forge Stewardship Agreement for Elk Valley

A Groundbreaking Pact The agreement between Teck Coal and Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi ‘it First Nation signifies a monumental step towards cooperative efforts in promoting responsible mining and land stewardship in qukin ʔamakis, known to many as the Elk Valley in British Columbia. Commitments and Collaborations This stewardship accord outlines commitments for both entities, emphasizing the enhancement of Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi ’it’s capacity for stewardship projects that benefit the territory. It also highlights the joint efforts to advance governance and reconciliation initiatives that uphold the well-being of all ʔakanuxunik. Moreover, ongoing engagement and relationship-building under this agreement aim to bolster the region’s economic

March 19, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

Rebuttal Unveiled: Teck Denies Allegations on Elk Valley Cleanup Costs

Long-Standing Selenium Woes Haunt Teck For Teck, the specter of selenium – a naturally occurring fish-toxic element – seeping from waste rock piles surrounding its coal mines has lingered ominously for decades. The repercussions of this environmental hazard are grave yet multifaceted. Teck Counters Accusations In response to Reuters, Teck vehemently disputed the estimates put forth by Wildsight, dismissing them as flawed and incongruent with British Columbia government guidelines. Dale Steeves, Teck’s director of stakeholder relations, stood by the company’s assertions, highlighting discrepancies in the calculations proposed by the environmental group. Financial Figures under Scrutiny The report, authored by consulting