Less than two weeks after First Nations formed an alliance to stop the construction of oil pipelines, several other First Nations are gathering to discuss how to encourage the oil industry. We have opposing views on oilsands development, pipeline construction, tidewater access for oil to reach world markets." First Nations are pushing for an equity stake in pipeline projects as one way to capitalize on the opportunities the oil and gas sector provides. Conference chair Blaine Favel suggests the oil industry can help First Nations improve their quality of life. "The debate is extremely polarized," said Stephen Buffalo, with the Indian Resource Council, about pipeline development in Canada.

Source: CBC News October 03, 2016 16:05 UTC