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Coal cuts ahead temper optimism from BC officials
Deputy Premier Dan Miller and MLA Jack Weisgerber returned from Japan where coal customers signaled a 30 percent cut for Quintette and Bullmoose. The writer warns debt from regional projects like Tumbler Ridge and rail spur will burden taxpayers and urges diversification for Chetwynd.
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Nisgaa Treaty Push Sparks Debate Over Indigenous Land Rights
The Supreme Court of Canada affirmed First Nations land entitlements last year and negotiations between native communities and federal and provincial governments proceed. The Nisgaa Treaty seeks ratification despite strong public opposition, with the NDP government aiming to end debate by April 22 and questions rising whether this agreement will set the pattern for future settlements.
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