Three teepees at the Cowessess First Nation traditional powwow (Submitted by Kerry Benjoe)

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Cowessess receives the largest mineral rights transfer

Sep 3, 2024 | 9:17 AM

Mineral rights are being transferred to the Cowessess First Nation by the Government of Saskatchewan as part of their Treaty Land Entitlement (TLE) Settlement Agreement.

“The recent transfer of mineral rights to Cowessess First Nation is a signifiant step in supporting their continuing economic growth,” said Don McMorris, Government of Saskatchewan Minister for First Nations, Métis Relations, and Northern Affairs in a news release.

The First Nation is to receive 336 hectares (829 acres) of mineral rights, which is the largest trasfer ever made. The province is calling it a movement toward greater economic growth for Cowessess.

Ocean Man First Nation and Little Pine First Nation have both received mineral rights from the provincial government. Ocean Man received 63 hectares in 2023 and Little Pine was transferred 65 hectares in 2021.

“We are committed to continue fulfilling our obligations under the Treaty Land Entitlement Agreements, which play a vital role in recognizing the rights of First Nations in Saskatchewan,” he said.

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