Yukon NDP calls on Liberal Government to respect Na-Cho Nyäk Dun’s Treaty Rights

July 8, 2024

WHITEHORSE, YT – The Yukon NDP is calling on the Yukon Liberals to agree to the First Nation of
Na-Cho Nyäk Dun’s demand for an immediate halt to all mining activity on their traditional
territory and an urgent Independent Investigation and Review of the Victoria Gold Eagle Mine
heap leach pad failure.

Yukon NDP Leader Kate White says “For years the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun has been
calling for a pause to mining activity until land use planning can be completed – this
government has failed to listen.

There must be an independent investigation into this disaster and all mining in the area must
pause until there is a land use plan in place that protects the rights, lands and waters of Na-Cho
Nyäk Dun. This government must honour and respect Na-Cho Nyäk Dun’s treaty rights.”

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For more information please contact:
Bronte Renwick-Shields
Yukon NDP Caucus Chief of Staff
867-393-7573
Bronte.renwick-shields@yla.gov.yk.ca