In the past couple months, First Nations rights to land have become more and more prevalent in the media. With the issue of preservation of natural resources taking the lead, private companies like the Taseko Mining Company has been hindered.  The First Nation influence has been far reaching and has had authority over companies even outside of their technical land control.  While they ban the mass clear cutting and destruction of natural resources on the land, they support sufficient means to achieving these natural resources on a smaller scale, leading to jobs for native First Nations.

First Nations have once again made headlines in the past few days with land deals within Vancouver involving development through their zoning laws.  Profit stands to even be made through these deals in commercial and residential developments.  Ultimately, First Nations were able to manage environmentally harmful companies in BC, leading to cutbacks, management and restructuring, while benefiting their people with jobs, land preservation and development.

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