The Grand Chief of Treaty 3 says increased interest by mining companies striking agreements with area bands is exciting.
Kelly says Friday's signing of a Resource Sharing agreement between Osisko and several area bands is something that should be shared by others.
"I think the relationship that's developed through Brett Resources and the Fort Frances Chiefs and Lac Des Milles Lac First Nation and then now with Osisko is one that should be representative probably as a best practise for other industry that's looking to do business in the Treaty 3 area," says Kelly.
Kelly also issued caution about having to much mining activity that could make their lands not sustainable for the future.
