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Let's dig into park mining in Manitoba
Hi Paov,
Did you know some provincial parks in Manitoba are not protected from mining? It seems inconceivable that beloved parks are open to mining claims and development. But that’s one of the issues our team is up against in Manitoba.
Our Wilderness and Water Campaigner Eric Reder has led the charge on exposing and fighting park mining in the province for years, and he’s the guest on our latest episode of Whatever’s Wild.
In this installment, Eric sits down with host Cedar George-Parker for a wide-ranging discussion about park mining and the political inaction that allows it to... continue. Don’t miss this informative, powerful conversation!
Water, wildlife, Indigenous Rights — a lot is at stake when mining corporations push into an area, and this industry and the government prioritizes profits over lands, water and people. A handful of CEOs and shareholders reap the benefits, while local ecosystems and communities are left to deal with the damage.
While this problem spans the country, in Manitoba, not even provincial parks are safe. Our Manitoba office is a leading watchdog, catching illegal mining claims and blowing the whistle on massive threats to some of the most cherished protected areas in the province.
This is a critical moment to have this conversation, as the Manitoba government and the mining industry just announced a formal partnership to advance more mines.
So let’s dive into the issues with the expert himself. In this episode, Eric’s deep knowledge of the lands and waters in Manitoba shines through. He and Cedar break down the problems that arise from a political culture that runs roughshod of the rights of First Nations and the environment.
So find a comfy spot to sit, give the episode a watch and let us know what you think.
For the wild,
Torrance Coste Associate Director
Wilderness Committee
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