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Department of Fisheries and Oceans submitted information requirements and guidelines for assessing the environmental impacts of BHP Diamonds Inc.'s proposed diamond mine in the Lac de Gras area on fish and fish habitat, covering baseline studies, impact assessment, mitigation, and cumulative effects as part of the federal environmental assessment review process.
The Dogrib Treaty 11 Council submits detailed comments on the Draft EIS Guidelines for the proposed BHP diamond mine, recommending substantial restructuring of the guidelines to better address indigenous concerns, sustainable development principles, traditional knowledge integration, and comprehensive assessment of cumulative effects, costs, and benefits for aboriginal communities.
The Government of the Northwest Territories submits detailed written comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement Guidelines for the BHP Diamond Mine Project, recommending improvements to methodology, cumulative effects assessment, traditional knowledge integration, public file accessibility, and clarification of proponent responsibilities regarding land claims and regulatory regimes.
Kennecott Canada Inc. submits a letter to the BHP Diamond Mine Environmental Assessment Panel expressing concern about Draft Guidelines for an Environmental Impact Statement, specifically objecting to the equal weighting of traditional knowledge relative to scientific data in the assessment process.
The Taskforce on the Churches and Corporate Responsibility submits written comments on the Draft EIS Guidelines for the BHP Diamond Mine Environmental Assessment, emphasizing the need for comprehensive environmental assessment including cumulative effects and the null option of not proceeding with the project.
The Taskforce on the Churches and Corporate Responsibility submits written comments on the Draft EIS Guidelines for the BHP Diamond Mine Environmental Assessment Panel, urging comprehensive scoping that includes cumulative effects, infrastructure impacts, and consideration of the null option rather than proceeding with the project.
The Yellowknives Dene Band submits a statement to the Environmental Assessment and Review Panel on the proposed BHP diamond mine, advocating for greater recognition of traditional land use, traditional knowledge, and holistic environmental assessment in the EIS guidelines, and expressing concerns about impacts to hunting grounds, caribou migration, and aboriginal rights.
The Yellowknives Dene Band submits a written statement to the Environmental Assessment and Review Panel on the BHP Diamond Mine project, outlining concerns about impacts on traditional land use, caribou harvesting, and the need for meaningful consultation regarding traditional knowledge and environmental assessment guidelines. The statement also includes policy guidelines for protecting Yellowknives Dene traditional knowledge as community cultural heritage and historical information on Treaty 8 entitlements.
Youth from Lutser K'e express concerns about proposed mine development, including water pollution, loss of wildlife for subsistence hunting and cultural transmission, and negative social impacts from increased money, alcohol, and drugs in their community.
Youth commentary expressing concerns about proposed mining activities, including impacts on water safety, wildlife populations, and community well-being across future generations.
DIAND's written submission and speaking notes to the Federal Environmental Assessment Review Panel providing detailed comments on draft EIS guidelines for the proposed BHP Diamonds diamond mine in the Northwest Territories, including recommendations on clarifying scope, integrating traditional knowledge, addressing Aboriginal interests, and enhancing the assessment framework for sustainable development.
The Northwest Territories Construction Association presented to the Environmental Review Panel on April 6, 1995, advocating for northern construction industry involvement in BHP's proposed Lac de Gras diamond mine through fair communications, equitable tendering practices, labour force training, and employment opportunities.
The Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce presents to the Environmental Assessment Review Panel on the proposed BHP Lac de Gras Diamond Mine, advocating for five key areas of sustainable compensation to the Northwest Territories: location of administrative offices in Yellowknife, northern employment with appropriate work rotations, increased purchasing from local suppliers, establishment of value-added industries (diamond sorting and cutting), and community benefits.
The NWT Federation of Labour submitted a draft intervention to the Federal Environmental Assessment Review Panel opposing the fast-tracked approval of the proposed BHP diamond mine, citing inadequate workplace legislation, lack of enforceable employment and training guarantees for northern workers, and serious socio-economic concerns based on previous mega-project experiences in the North. The submission argues the NWT regulatory regime is unready for the project and calls for comprehensive legislative reforms, monitoring programs, and binding commitments to northern employment before development proceeds.
The Government of the Northwest Territories presents comments on the draft Environmental Impact Statement Guidelines for the BHP Diamond Mine project, addressing the role of GNWT in the review process and recommending improvements to the Guidelines including expanded impact assessment methodology, archaeological site protection, cumulative impact assessment, and better documentation protocols.
DIAND's written submission provides detailed comments on the Federal Environmental Assessment Review Panel's draft guidelines for the preparation of an environmental impact statement for the proposed BHP Diamonds Inc. diamond mine in the Northwest Territories. The submission addresses the Panel's approach to issues including traditional knowledge integration, Aboriginal rights, project scope definition, and management plans, while also discussing the parallel Slave Geological Province regional study and DIAND's commitment to sustainable development in the North.
Bruce Jonasson of First Air presents to BHP Diamond Mine's Environmental Assessment on April 6, 1995, discussing the socio-economic benefits of the proposed mine's aerodome facility, including enhanced regional transportation infrastructure, emergency aviation services, and job creation for local aviation companies.
The Northwest Territories Construction Association presents its concerns and positions regarding BHP's proposed diamond mine at Lac de Gras, advocating for maximized northern involvement through improved communications, fair tendering practices, construction labour force training, and employment opportunities across all phases of mine development.
Jake Ootes presents to an Environmental Assessment Review Panel on behalf of two Yellowknife businesses (Above & Beyond Ltd and Arctic Art Gallery Ltd) in support of the BHP/Dia Met diamond mine project, arguing that the mine is essential for economic diversification, employment creation, and northern economic stability in the face of federal cost-cutting and high unemployment rates in aboriginal communities.
The Dene Cultural Institute submits recommendations to the BHP Diamond Mine Environmental Assessment Panel regarding the draft EIS guidelines, proposing definitions of Traditional Knowledge and Traditional Environmental Knowledge, and advocating for participatory action research methodologies and the integration of Traditional Knowledge into monitoring programs.