Statement of Shared Objectives
(1994, renewed 2006)
We are committed to achieving a just and equitable settlement of the long-standing claim of the Algonquins of Ontario, and in doing so, we intend to:
- Avoid creating injustices for anyone in the settlement of the claim
- Establish certainty and finality with respect to title, rights and interests in the land and natural resources with the intention of promoting stability within the area and increasing investor confidence
- Identify and protect Algonquin rights
- Protect the rights of private landowners, including their right of access to and use of their land
- Enhance the economic opportunities of the Algonquins with the intention of also benefiting and promoting general economic and commercial opportunities in the area
- Ensure Algonquin Park remains a park for the appropriate use and enjoyment of all peoples
- Establish effective and appropriate methods and mechanisms for managing the lands and natural resources affected by the settlement, consistent with the principles of environmental sustainability
- Consult with interested parties throughout the negotiations process and to keep the public informed on the progress of the negotiations
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