Trevali finalizes Cooperation and Impact Benefits Agreement with Mi’gmag First Nations of New Brunswick

 Trevali Mining Corporation (TSX:TV,FSE:4TI,OTCQX:TREVF) reports that it has finalized an Impact Benefits Agreement (IBA) with the Mi’gmag First Nations of New Brunswick.

The press release is quoted as saying:

The agreement builds upon and formalizes the excellent working relationships between Trevali and the Mi’gmag First Nations, and the Company’s planned development of the Halfmile Mine Project that is currently under construction. The IBA will facilitate ongoing consultation and mutual opportunities through-out the construction, production and ultimately decommissioning process.

Trevali’s President and CEO, Mark Cruise says:

“The signing this agreement and securing the support of the Mi’gmag First Nations is a vital step for Trevali as we progress towards the mutually beneficial development of the Halfmile Mine Project in northern New Brunswick.”  “We look forward to establishing a strong relationship with the Mi’gmag First Nations and appreciate the work and support of all involved in the process to reach this important milestone.”

Chief David Peter Paul of the Oinpegitjoig (Pabineau) First Nation says:

“Trevali has engaged the Mi’gmag First Nations in an open and transparent manner and we are excited about our involvement in the Project. We look forward to a meaningful relationship with Trevali that extends well into the future. The Mi’gmag First Nations and Trevali have completed a mutually beneficial Cooperation Agreement and are already implementing it jointly. We are close to concluding an Aboriginal and Treaty Rights Impact Agreement which protects our ability to exercise our rights throughout the Halfmile area.”

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