Prophet First Nation, BC Hydro and Province reach agreements on alleged infringement related to Site C
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VICTORIA–The Province, BC Hydro and Prophet First Nation have settled litigation between the Nation against BC Hydro and the Province for allegedly infringing on Treaty 8 rights related to the Site C project in northern B.C.
The B.C. government will work alongside Prophet River First Nation to improve land management and restore traditional place names in certain areas of cultural significance. Prophet River will also receive ongoing payments amidst the operation of the Site C project and the transfer of provincial Crown lands, as well as a woodland licence for community forest management.
“Site C has painfully impacted Prophet River and other Treaty 8 Nations. These agreements cannot undo the past, but we are ready for a new future. We accept the promise of a better relationship with B.C. and BC Hydro and have faith that these agreements will help to protect what remains of the Treaty 8 lands and waters cherished so deeply by our people.”–Councillor Beverly Stager, Prophet River First Nation
The Province and Prophet River will also engage with local governments, stakeholders and neighbouring First Nations during land management discussions and prior to any Crown lands being transferred. Components of the agreement between the three groups include, an impact benefits agreement between BC Hydro and Prophet River First Nation, a tripartite land agreement between BC Hydro, the Province and Prophet First Nation, and a letter of commitment signed by the Province.
