Can people use the land where Gwichin heritage resources are located?
The Gwich’in Land and Water Board issues land use permits. Before they give a permit: • information is gathered about any heritage resources that exist in the area; • how they might be harmed; and • how they should be taken care of. The Land and Water board will consider advice from the Social and Cultural Institute and the Gwich’in Tribal Council before issuing the permit. Can people get permission to work on Gwich’in archaeological sites? The government can give permits for work on archaeological sites or on historic resources. For example, archaeologists who want to dig at one of the old sites would need a permit. Everyone who receives permit must: • consult with the Gwich’in community; • deliver a technical and non-technical report on the work; and • restore and protect the site if necessary. Are there jobs related to heritage resources for the Gwich’in? Gwich’in will be hired first for work at sites or projects that are located in the Settlement Area. These sites or projects can i
