The province has signed a memorandum of understanding with Nisichawasihk Cree Nation regarding land-use management.

Premier Greg Selinger made the announcement yesterday, saying the document will address two important goals: reconciliation with indigenous people, and the commitment to Manitoba’s boreal forest and the role of Indigenous communities in fighting climate change.

The document will allow the two groups to work together towards the implementation of a land-use plan that will guide sustainable development and respect NCN’s history.

The province will also provide $75,000 in support of the NCN Resource Management Board’s land-use planning activities