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successful when taking control of ther
own destiny through their values, beliefs
and culture, and in turn taking a proac-
tive and positive approach with industry.
I experienced this first-hand through-
out Northern Canada. When Indigenous
groups realise that they can control
economic and social reconciliation, and
when they partner in progressive ways
with industry, it changes outcomes and
leads to amazing success. Throughout
Canada, there are many success stories
that prove that. But this isn’t consistent
throughout Canada, and there are also
plenty examples of unsuccessful part-
nerships.”