CANADA GIVES MINERAL-RICH ARTIC REGION OF NUNAVUT CONTROL OVER ITS RESOURCES

Description: The Canadian government has announced plans to transfer control of natural resources to Nunavut, enabling the territory to manage its mineral wealth directly. This move aims to promote economic self-sufficiency and empower local governance in resource development.

Theme: ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE
Region: NUNAVUT
Province/Territory: CANADA NORTH (TERRITORIES)
Type of Resource: News Article

Link: https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/canada-give-mineral-rich-arctic-region-nunavut-control-over-its-resources-2024-01-18/

Keywords: resource control, economic self-sufficiency, local governance, mineral wealth, Nunavut