Wedoany.com Report-Oct 11，Nova East Wind Inc has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs regarding the development, installation, and operation of Canada’s leading offshore wind project off the eastern shore of Nova Scotia.

Culminating from extensive dialogue between the parties, the MoU reflects a desire to build a relationship to be sustained for the life of the project. Nova East Wind and the Assembly are committed to co-operating in a mutually beneficial manner, ensuring the projects progress while seeking to mitigate any potential impacts on the rights of the Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq.

During the term of the MoU, the parties will seek to develop a Mutual Benefits Agreement, building on existing Mi'kmaw renewable energy capacities, to create meaningful and direct participation in the project. Nova East Wind is committing to develop a Two-Eyed Seeing (Etuaptmumk) program to support a greater understanding of the project respecting the traditional knowledge of First Nations.

Chief Sidney Peters, Assembly of First Nations Nova Scotia, said: “Any time work is being considered on the lands and waters of Mi’kma’ki, it is important that Mi’kmaw voices are part of those conversations to ensure any developments are carried out in a responsible and sustainable manner. The MoU with Nova East Wind will help to open the doors for a dialogue on how we can create a stronger, brighter, and greener future for the Mi’kmaw Nation.”