The proposed dam would flood 104km of homes, traditional territory, farms and wildlife habitat in the Peace River, Moberly River and Halfway River valleys in Northeastern BC.
Many of the Treaty 8 First Nations and non-indigenous communities up and down the inter-provincial river system would be affected by the creation of the Site C dam and reservoir.
Learn more… www.itsourvalley.ca (click on “Threats to the Valley”)
More coming soon…
“It is important that First Nations’ voices are heard and their jurisdictions are respected when provincial energy and land-use decisions are made. We must ensure that all British Columbians are aware and educated about the potential impact of this development on First Nations lands and people in the Peace River valley.”
~ Shawn Atleo, BC Regional Chief, Assembly of First Nations
