Eagle Plains and Ya’thi Néné Lands and Resources Announce Exploration Agreement
Eagle Plains Resources (TSXV:EPL) and Ya'thi Néné Lands and Resource Office (YNLR) have signed an Exploration Agreement for mineral exploration in Nuhenéné, the traditional territory of the Athabasca First Nations. The agreement covers six uranium exploration projects in the Lake Athabasca region, which are under option to Xcite Resources Inc. The partnership promotes employment, training opportunities, and environmental stewardship while ensuring community participation through YNLR's Community Land Technicians. Eagle Plains currently holds 19 uranium projects totaling 54,598 ha of mineral dispositions in Saskatchewan.
Eagle Plains Resources (TSXV:EPL) e l'Ufficio Risorse e Territorio Ya'thi Néné (YNLR) hanno firmato un Accordo di Esplorazione per l'esplorazione mineraria a Nuhenéné, il territorio tradizionale delle Prime Nazioni Athabasca. L'accordo riguarda sei progetti di esplorazione dell'uranio nella regione del Lago Athabasca, attualmente in opzione per Xcite Resources Inc. Questa collaborazione promuove l'occupazione, opportunità di formazione e la responsabilità ambientale, assicurando al contempo la partecipazione della comunità attraverso i Tecnici del Territorio Comunitario di YNLR. Eagle Plains attualmente detiene 19 progetti di uranio per un totale di 54.598 ha di concessioni minerarie in Saskatchewan.
Eagle Plains Resources (TSXV:EPL) y la Oficina de Tierras y Recursos Ya'thi Néné (YNLR) han firmado un Acuerdo de Exploración para la exploración mineral en Nuhenéné, el territorio tradicional de las Primeras Naciones Athabasca. El acuerdo abarca seis proyectos de exploración de uranio en la región del Lago Athabasca, que están bajo opción de Xcite Resources Inc. La asociación fomenta el empleo, oportunidades de capacitación y la responsabilidad ambiental, asegurando la participación comunitaria a través de los Técnicos de Tierras Comunitarias de YNLR. Eagle Plains actualmente posee 19 proyectos de uranio que suman 54,598 ha de concesiones minerales en Saskatchewan.
이글 플레인 리소스(주식 코드: EPL)와 야띠 네네 랜드 및 자원 사무소(YNLR)는 아사바사카 원주민의 전통 영토인 누헤넨에서 광물 탐사를 위한 탐사 협정을 체결했습니다. 이 협정은 엑사이트 리소스(주식 코드: Xcite)와 옵션 계약을 체결한 레이크 아사바사카 지역의 여섯 개 우라늄 탐사 프로젝트를 포함합니다. 파트너십은 고용, 교육 기회를 촉진하고 환경 보전을 지원하며 YNLR의 커뮤니티 랜드 기술자를 통해 지역 사회 참여를 보장합니다. 이글 플레인 리소스는 현재 서스캐처원에서 54,598헥타르의 광물 소유권을 보유한 19개의 우라늄 프로젝트를 갖고 있습니다.
Eagle Plains Resources (TSXV:EPL) et le Bureau des Terres et Ressources Ya'thi Néné (YNLR) ont signé un Accord d'Exploration pour l'exploration minière à Nuhenéné, le territoire traditionnel des Premières Nations Athabasca. L'accord couvre six projets d'exploration de l'uranium dans la région du lac Athabasca, qui sont sous option pour Xcite Resources Inc. Ce partenariat favorise l'emploi, les opportunités de formation et la protection de l'environnement tout en garantissant la participation de la communauté par l'intermédiaire des Techniciens des Terres Communautaires de YNLR. Eagle Plains détient actuellement 19 projets d'uranium totalisant 54 598 ha de titres miniers en Saskatchewan.
Eagle Plains Resources (TSXV:EPL) und das Ya'thi Néné Land- und Ressourcennbüro (YNLR) haben eine Explorationsvereinbarung für die Mineralexploration in Nuhenéné, dem traditionellen Territorium der Athabasca First Nations, unterzeichnet. Die Vereinbarung umfasst sechs Uranexplorationsprojekte in der Region Lake Athabasca, die an Xcite Resources Inc. vergeben sind. Die Partnerschaft fördert Beschäftigung, Ausbildungsmöglichkeiten und Umweltbewusstsein und sichert gleichzeitig die Beteiligung der Gemeinschaft durch die Community Land Technicians von YNLR. Eagle Plains hält derzeit 19 Uranprojekte mit insgesamt 54.598 ha mineralischer Abgaben in Saskatchewan.
- Secured exploration rights in strategic uranium-rich Athabasca Basin region
- Partnership provides access to local workforce and resources
- Agreement covers six uranium projects under option to Xcite Resources
- Company holds 100% interest in 19 uranium projects totaling 54,598 ha
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CRANBROOK, BC / ACCESSWIRE / November 6, 2024 / Eagle Plains Resources Ltd. (TSXV:EPL) or ("Eagle Plains") and the Ya'thi Néné Lands and Resource Office ("YNLR"), representing the Athabasca Denesułiné First Nations of Hatchet Lake, Black Lake, and Fond du Lac, the Northern Hamlet of Stony Rapids, and the Northern Settlements of Uranium City, Wollaston Lake and Camsell Portage, arepleased to announcethat they have recently signed an Exploration Agreement (the "Agreement"). This partnership will support mineral exploration in Nuhenéné, the traditional territory of the Athabasca First Nations in Treaty 8 and Treaty 10 Territories.
The Agreement recognizes Eagle Plains' commitment to building a mutually beneficial relationship with the Athabasca communities. Guided by YNLR's vision for economic growth, environmental stewardship, and cultural preservation, the Agreement promotes employment, training opportunities, and respect for local practices, aligning with Eagle Plains' dedication to responsible exploration practices.
"We welcome this opportunity to work collaboratively in ensuring that our land, water, and cultural values are prioritized," said Mary Denechezhe, Board Chair of Ya'thi Néné Lands and Resources. "Through this partnership, we are building not only economic opportunities but a framework that strengthens the community voices in protecting our traditional territory for future generations."
The Agreement enables active participation from Basin Communities through opportunities for employment and training, contracting with northern businesses, contributions to YNLR's community trust, and harvester compensation. Regular communication between Eagle Plains and YNLR will directly inform exploration permitting, environmental monitoring and program implementation, with YNLR's Community Land Technicians providing on-site oversight and assessment of exploration activities.
Eagle Plains has been active in the Saskatchewan uranium exploration space since 2006, currently holding a
Chuck Downie, CEO of Eagle Plains commented "We are honoured to have the support of the Basin Communities as we advance our exploration projects. Eagle Plains will continue to build respectful and beneficial relationships with all of the Athabasca communities that we work in. Protection of land and water and direct participation from people who live in our project areas is paramount to our success. The Exploration Agreement will provide a path for a long-term partnership between Eagle Plains, YNLR, and the Basin Communities and ensuremeaningful participation in projects that are conducted on their traditional lands."
About YNLR and the Athabasca First Nations and Municipalities
YNLR is a non-profit organization owned by the Athabasca Denesułiné First Nations of Hatchet Lake First Nation, Black Lake First Nation, and Fond du Lac First Nation and the Athabasca Municipalities of Stony Rapids, Wollaston Lake, Uranium City, and Camsell Portage.
YNLR was established in June 2016 with the mandate to promote and enhance the environmental, social, economic, and cultural well-being of current and future Athabasca residents.
About Eagle Plains Resources
Based in Cranbrook, B.C., Eagle Plains is a well-funded, prolific project generator that continues to conduct research, acquire and explore mineral projects throughout western Canada, with a focus on critical metals integral to an increasingly electrified, decarbonized economy.
The Company was formed in 1992 and is the ninth-oldest listed issuer on the TSX-V (and one of only three that has not seen a roll-back or restructuring of its shares). Eagle Plains has continued to deliver shareholder value over the years and through numerous spin outs has transferred over
On October 2, 2024, Eagle Plains announced announce the formation of a separate division within the Company that will give Eagle Plains' shareholders direct exposure to strategic opportunities in Canadian green energy transition. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Eagle Plains, Osprey Power Inc. ("OP") will focus on identifying and advancing innovative and diverse clean energy project portfolios in target markets throughout Canada, with an initial focus on Western Canada.
Eagle Plains' core business is acquiring grassroots critical- and precious-metal exploration properties. The Company is committed to steadily enhancing shareholder value by advancing our diverse portfolio of projects toward discovery through collaborative partnerships and development of a highly experienced technical team.
Expenditures from 2010-2023 on Eagle Plains-related projects exceed
Throughout the exploration process, our mission is to help maintain prosperous communities by exploring for and discovering resource opportunities while building lasting relationships through honest and respectful business practices.
On behalf of the Board of Directors of Eagle Plains
"C.C. (Chuck) Downie, P.Geo"
President and CEO
For further information, please contact:
Mike Labach
Corporate Development
Eagle Plains Resources Ltd.
1-866-HUNT ORE (486-8673)
mgl@eagleplains.com
www.eagleplains.com
Kathy Hay
Manager of Corporate Affairs
Ya'thi Néné Lands and Resources
306-270-4083
katherine.hay@yathinene.com
www.yathinene.ca
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. This news release may contain forward-looking statements including but not limited to comments regarding the timing and content of upcoming work programs, geological interpretations, receipt of property titles, potential mineral recovery processes, etc. Forward-looking statements address future events and conditions and therefore, involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those currently anticipated in such statements.
SOURCE: Eagle Plains Resources Ltd.
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