MNO signs agreement for gold project

The Métis Nation of Ontario has signed a memorandum of understanding with Rainy River Resources Ltd. to guide their working relationship in the development of the Rainy River Gold Project in the Township of Chapple, about 65 km northwest of Fort Frances. The MOU lays out the way in which the local Métis community, as represented by the MNO’s Treaty #3/Lake of the Woods/Lac Seul/Rainy River/Rainy Lake Regional Consultation Committee and the MNO Community Councils that are part of the committee, will be consulted regarding the development of the project. It also provides details on how the parties will work together to address potential impacts on Métis’ rights, interests and way of life.  “I am pleased that the MNO was able to foster a strong foundation upon which consultation and accommodation can take place with Rainy River and I applaud Rainy River’s efforts in working with the Métis Nation. This initial agreement represents a milestone in our continuing working relationship with the company,” said MNO President Gary Lipinski in a news release.