The event will be held Saturday at La Ronge's Kikinahk Friendship Centre. (Derek Cornet/larongeNOW Staff)

By Derek Cornet

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Métis citizens invited to Cameco CNSC application discussion

May 3, 2023 | 5:00 PM

Métis Nation-Saskatchewan is hosting a lunch on Saturday for Métis citizens to discuss the Cameco application to the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) for a 20-year renewal of permits at the Rabbit Lake, Key Lake, and McArthur River operating sites.

According to Cameco, the company applied to the CNSC to begin the process to renew the Key Lake and McArthur River licences in April, 2021. An indefinite licence for the remaining life of each operation was initially requested, but concerns led Cameco to submit a revised application requesting a 20-year licence term on Nov. 4.

“In support of the licence renewal process, Cameco conducted early and proactive engagement with Indigenous communities located in the vicinity of Key Lake and McArthur River in accordance with Cameco’s Public Information Programs and Collaboration Agreements,” a statement on Cameco’s website reads.

“During our engagement activities, representatives from some of these communities expressed uncertainty with what an indefinite licence term means and how it fits within existing regulatory and engagement frameworks.”

A licence renewal hearing on the matter could be held in June, but the current licences are valid until October. Cameco is currently in the process of preparing the operations to transition back into production at Key Lake and McArthur River.

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“Key Lake and McArthur River were able to achieve these transitions while consistently implementing strong management systems that ensure the health and safety of workers and the public, as well as protect the environment,” the statement noted.

Métis citizens interested in attending the lunch, it will be held May 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the La Ronge Kikinahk Friendship Centre. Those who can’t make it in person, can do so online by requesting a Zoom link by emailing environment@mns.work.

Read more about the McArthur River/Key Lake Licensing Renewal online here.

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