Community

This guide is an overview of the many considerations involved in a waterpower project. It is designed to support Aboriginal communities who will be proponents (i.e., the developer), partners or participate otherwise in waterpower projects. The information is also of value for other groups new to waterpower development and those who want to partner with Aboriginal communities.

This guide offers insight on the mining process and how Aboriginal peoples can leverage law and policy to generate economic benefits from mining operation in their region.

A list of sustainable mining principles, as developed by the Mining Association of Canada.

An information video explaining the mining sequence in six modules, from geological mapping and early exploration through to mine closure and site reclamation.

The Pembina Institute has worked with over 50 Aboriginal communities on energy planning. Aboriginal Energy Alternatives provides insights into lessons learned through this experience, and outlines the basics of community energy planning, options for generating energy locally, and ways to reduce energy consumption in communities.

Our region has one of the most diverse mixes of energy in North America and we stand on the threshold of a market that is 14 times larger than we have in our four provinces. The energy sector will lead Atlantic Canada in opening new markets, developing new technologies, and welcoming new people to the region. It is an investment in our communities and our people that will pay dividends for years to come.

The Province of New Brunswick wishes to support the development of clean, renewable energy that benefits all New Brunswickers. Providing additional economic opportunities in all regions of the Province in the energy sector is a key goal of the New Brunswick Energy Hub. To support this goal, the Province has developed a New Brunswick Community Energy Policy. The Province has designed this policy to foster the development of up to 75MW of community energy projects, of which 25MW will be allocated to First Nations.

"The lobster food fishery for Lennox Island is a long term project. Any Lennox Island Band Member 18 years of age will have the option of either applying to receive one tag for their own use or apply to have the Band fish their lobster for them."

"Requests for social or ceremonial tags must be received, in writing at least 10 days prior to the social or ceremonial event. Unless the event is for the community, you must supply your own bait and traps. Please provide the following information in your request"

"The Jobs For Youth Program provides wage support to Island employers to create additional employment opportunities for Island students aged 16 to 29. This program is 100% funded by the Government of Prince Edward Island and administered by the Employment Development Agency.