It is one of those publications that few media outlets will report on, and even fewer British Columbians will read, but BC Stats just released the latest version of its Local
Area Economic Dependencies, updated based on 2006 census data.
A thorough research and consultation process, including full information about what a proposal entails (including losses or detriment as well as benefits) in a form that is understood by traditional owner groups, and the right to say no, is necessary to comply with the principle of free, prior and informed consent as well as to understand whether changes will support intended outcomes.31 How changing title from communal to individual ownership through leasing will address other identified impediments to
economic development such as inadequate infrastructure in remote
areas, under - investment in education and healthcare, high levels of welfare
dependency, high levels of un-employment and limited job opportunities and limited commercial opportunities is unclear.