Community relations

Cameco has worked hard to build relationships with local communities near our operations, many of which are indigenous. We respect the rights of Indigenous peoples and we invest considerable time in building relationships with local communities through our various engagement activities.
Although we don't currently have operations on or adjacent to Indigenous lands, they are close to our operations in some locations.
To formalize our relationships, Cameco has signed memorandums of understanding with Indigenous residents in some locations. For example, our refinery in Blind River signed a memorandum of understanding with the local Mississauga First Nation in 2010, formalizing their intention to continue to work together cooperatively to benefit the community and Cameco.
Cameco has also signed a preliminary, non-binding memorandum of understanding with the Martu, the recognized titleholders at our exploration property in Western Australia. Activities at Kintyre will take place on or adjacent to Martu lands.
The agreement acknowledges the Martu's support in principle for this proposed development.
Read more about aboriginal relations in our case studies.