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Indigenous Commission Demands Consultation on BC Mining Projects

11/30/2025

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The Southeast Alaska Indigenous Transboundary Commission (SEITC) filed a petition in the British Columbia Supreme Court demanding consultation on British Columbia mining projects that may affect SEITC territory.
SEITC argues that the British Columbia government has neglected to engage with them on significant projects, including the Red Chris copper and gold mine expansion.
The commission asserts that their historical use of land on both sides of the border warrants equal treatment with Canadian Indigenous nations.
The British Columbia government says it takes consultation obligations seriously, including with U.S. tribes.

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Story summary

The Southeast Alaska Indigenous Transboundary Commission (SEITC) filed a petition in the British Columbia Supreme Court demanding consultation on British Columbia mining projects that may affect SEITC territory.
SEITC argues that the British Columbia government has neglected to engage with them on significant projects, including the Red Chris copper and gold mine expansion.
The commission asserts that their historical use of land on both sides of the border warrants equal treatment with Canadian Indigenous nations.
The British Columbia government says it takes consultation obligations seriously, including with U.S. tribes.