The Pacheedaht First Nation and Teal Jones adopt framework to facilitate dialogue, identify joint economic opportunities, and implement world class stewardship planning.

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Teal Jones and Pacheedaht First Nation sign Memorandum of Understanding

Teal Jones and Pacheedaht First Nation sign Memorandum of Understanding

The Pacheedaht First Nation and Teal Jones have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) creating a framework for engaging in dialogue to identify areas of joint opportunity for economic activities in balance with continued stewardship of and safeguard for the land and water.

The parties aim to identify specific forestry, business, commercial, and employment opportunities within the Nation’s traditional territories and pursue them through Joint Working Agreements. They will also develop a world class Integrated Resource Management Plan (IRMP) to ensure responsible stewardship of at-risk species and ecosystems within the Nation’s traditional territories now and for future generations.

The MOU further affirms the parties’ commitment to continue collaborating on Teal Jones’ forest management plans on Tree Farm License 46; to pursue the creation of good jobs and training opportunities in forestry with Pacheedaht First Nation members; to recognize the integrity of forest resources, cultural heritage value, and the environment; and to jointly contribute to the long-term stability of the regional and local economy, particularly through forestry.

Teal Jones is a family-owned company based in British Columbia, Canada. The company is the largest privately held forest products company operating on the western coast of Canada.