By Patrick Quinn, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Nation The Cree Development Corporation (CDC) is consulting with land users about a proposed railway through the territory that would be Cree owned and operated. With concerns about the Billy Diamond Highway\u2019s deterioration, initial discussions have focused on safety. \u201cCree will have the final say on what goes on with the railway,\u201d said CDC president Clarke Shecapio. \u201cIt will reduce travel and transportation costs up north 30% to 50%. We\u2019re targeting Cree workers for operations, capacity building 80% to 90% Crees. It will be a huge project maximizing Cree opportunities in construction, lowering the risks of accidents.\u201d With three new bulk mining operations authorized to open in the territory\u2019s north, alleviating safety issues associated with truck traffic is urgent. When in full… <\/p>\n
By Patrick Quinn, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Nation The Cree Development Corporation (CDC) is consulting with land users about a proposed railway through the territory that would be Cree owned and operated. With concerns about the Billy Diamond Highway\u2019s deterioration, initial discussions have focused on safety. \u201cCree will have the final say on what goes on with the railway,\u201d said CDC president Clarke Shecapio. \u201cIt will reduce travel and transportation costs up north 30% to 50%. We\u2019re targeting Cree workers for operations, capacity building 80% to 90% Crees. It will be a huge project maximizing Cree opportunities in construction, lowering the risks of accidents.\u201d With three new bulk mining operations authorized to open in the territory\u2019s north, alleviating safety issues associated with truck traffic is urgent. When in full... <\/p>\n