On Oct. 4th, Dasiqox Tribal Park was formally unveiled by First Nation Tsilhqot’in people, titling to 1,750 square kilometres of land west of Williams Lake. As the natives have always been advocating their First Nation Rights of hunting, fishing and living while opposing to mining actions, the land declared by the natives purposely includes the Taseko Mines Ltd.’s Fish Lake property.

http://mohawknationnews.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Indians-Pilgrims.jpg

The article demonstrates a good example of how First Nations could be a potential external threat for businesses. According to the Aboriginal Rights, natives have the right to occupy their own home territories; which means, this action made by the natives is totally legal and reasonable. For the businesses, this task is indeed detrimental for developing future projects. In addition, a long-term partnership between the two groups would also be no longer tangible.

To help with the current situation, some tips could be given by using the class knowledge. First of all, protection to the fish habitat should be ensured prior to all future mining projects. Moreover, job opportunities should be offered primarily to the local natives who might be interested in working in both areas, thus leading to a better partnership development.

Work Cited:

Pynn, Larry. “Tsilhqot’in Set to Declare Site of New Prosperity Mine a Tribal Park.” VancouverSun. Postmedia Network Inc., 11 Sept. 2014. Web. 05 Oct. 2014. <http://www.vancouversun.com/news/metro/Unilateral+park+declared+Tsilhqot+includes+Prosperity+mine/10192766/story.html>.

“Aboriginal Rights.” Aboriginal Rights. Web. 5 Oct. 2014. <http://indigenousfoundations.arts.ubc.ca/home/land-rights/aboriginal-rights.html>.