Draft strategy on hydraulic fracturing by Yukon government - breach of trust

A draft strategy on hydraulic fracturing produced by the Yukon

government represents a breach of trust, said the Trondek Hwechin First Nation.

In a report by CBC, Chief Roberta Joseph said it came as a shock to learn what government was planning. Her nation, based in Dawson City, has passed a resolution stating it was opposed to fracking.

“This brings a real lack of trust when these things are being planned out without even sitting down, talking to First Nations,”†said Joseph. The strategy document will endanger the relationship between the territorial government and First Nations, she said.

“The Yukon Party government basically has closed ears on Yukon people,” she said, “in terms of how we want to ensure that we have a sustainable environment for future generations.”