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sands development that addresses project-specific

impacts and benefits of Syncrude’s operations on

the community.

The agreement builds upon longstanding ties
between the Mikisew Cree First Nation and Syn-

crude first formed in the 1970s, when band mem-

bers were able to begin working for the oil sands
company as part of the Fort Chipewyan Rotational

Program.

As a result, the Mikisew Cree First Nation has

withdrawn as an intervener from the Alberta Energy
Regulator (AER) hearing on Syncrude’s Mildred Lake

Extension (MLX) project that began Jan. 22.

“This new partnership with Syncrude builds on the
successes that we have had with Syncrude for more

BOUCHIER IS A LEADER IN

INTEGRATED SITE SERVICES.

We are one of the largest Aboriginal-owned and operated companies
in the Athabasca Oil Sands region. We provide contracting,
construction, and integrated site services, while inspiring
and supporting the culture of local communities.

PROUD TO BE PART OF THE SYNCRUDE CLEAN WATER RETURN DEMONSTRATION PROJECT

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