We started the evening with an opening prayer from Lawrence Patrick. Then Chief Ralph made his opening remarks to the community members. As members were signing in to receive their packages, there was an open house for one hour. Before the meeting started Lorrinda James reviewed the agenda for the meeting, then an introduction was made from BC Hydro, legal counsel, SCC and CopperMoon’s team. For the presentation, Jacob Beaton from CopperMoon started with a slideshow on how we are getting the word out, as well he spoke about the history of the Agrement and how Hydro development has impacted the St’at’imc community.
With a brief history, then Raymond Phillips was able to introduce some of the agreements that are here for their review. We had break for dinner and were able to finish the presentation and open the floor with questions and comments.
Q: Is there going to be another meeting about this?
A: Yes, We will be coming back to N’Quatqua on March 17, 2011. Chief Ralph also mentioned they will be having their own community meeting.
Q: What is the age for someone to vote?
A: The legal at is 18 years of age.
Q: When is the new line going through?
A: We know that this new line is not in the 10-year plan; talks are still in progress for this to happen.
Q: How are your going to control the ballot boxes in different communities?
A: There is another team that will be handling the ballot boxes throughout the community and they are the ones to know how they are managed.
Community members felt much more comfortable after their questions had been answered. With a closing prayer from Lawrence, we had 6 door prize winners from the 37 community members that were able to receive more information on this project.
Lorrinda James
Communications Officer
