Sagamok Anishnawbek and Xstrata Nickel Sudbury Operations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding that will serve as the foundation for a continued working relationship between the two parties on matters such as the environment and other shared areas of interest.

Xstrata Nickel is undertaking exploration activity within the traditional territory of Sagamok Anishnawbek, located west of Sudbury.

"This Memorandum of Understanding will facilitate open and timely dialogue between Xstrata Nickel and our First Nation as it relates to the company’s activities within Sagamok traditional territory," said Sagamok Anishnawbek Chief, Paul Eshkakogan.

"This Agreement reflects the positive relationship that has been established between Xstrata Nickel and Sagamok Anishnawbek," said Marc Boissonneault, Vice-President, Xstrata Nickel, Sudbury Operations.

The Agreement was signed by Chief Eshkakogan and Mr. Boissonneault at Sagamok, near Massey, Ontario on May 10, 2011. Members of the Sagamok community attended the signing ceremony as well as representatives of Xstrata Nickel.

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