Bathurst – The provincial government has invested $136,000 in two training programs for 23 aboriginal individuals at the Trevali Mining Corp.’s Caribou mine near Bathurst.

“I am pleased that this investment in specialized training for First Nations individuals has helped open the door for employment with Trevali,” said Energy and Mines Minister Donald Arseneault, during a tour of the mine. “It is important that we work to foster a strong mining sector to create jobs, get our finances in order and make life easier for families. This investment helps us move the needle on all three of those priorities.”

The Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour contributed more than $111,000, while the Department of Energy and Mines provided $25,000. Another $30,000 was provided through the Joint Economic Development Initiative along with an additional $10,000 contribution from the First Nation communities of Big Cove (Elsipogtog), Burnt Church (Esginoopetitj), Eel Ground (Natoaganeg), Eel River Bar (Ugpigantjig), Pabineau (Oinpegitjoig) and Red Bank (Metepenagiag). Trevali has provided in-kind contributions to support these efforts.

“Through this partnership, we have helped facilitate training and employment opportunities for First Nations individuals,” said Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour Minister Francine Landry. “This investment has led to meaningful work in an exciting sector and the opportunity ...