In a written statement, a Rio Tinto spokesperson said it has been working with the First Nations since 2021 to evaluate the river’s condition and “explore long-term solutions to improve its capacity to support ecological functions, Yinka Dene cultural practices and economic activity.”

“After many decades of conflict, the Saik’uz First Nation and Stellat’en First Nation and Rio Tinto have embarked on a reconciliation journey, together with Nadleh Whut’en First Nation and the Cheslatta Carrier Nation, centred around our common goal of improving the health of the Nechako River,” the spokesperson said in a statement.

a ReCoNciLiAtIoN jOuRnEy

Riiiight. After Rio Tinto sucked every bit of profit for over 70 years.

Gtfo.