CANADA previous evaluations of waterpower potential has been relatively limited . The current CANADA supply proposal is from diesel ( with the potential for future gas plants ). A number of transmission plans have also been brought forward , again providing a driver for the consideration of waterpower potential in reasonable proximity . The OWA study identifies a hub of significant opportunities which could serve planned and expanded mining load .
Within a span of less than a decade Aboriginal participation in waterpower and other CANADA projects ( e . g . transmission ) has grown exponentially . Why ? First there have been a number of key public policy measures introduced that have helped incent business models which encourage equity partnerships . The “ Aboriginal Adder ” ascribes value to partnerships that can be monetized and the Aboriginal Loan Guarantee initiative can likewise help build an improved business case . Second , the concept of capacity building initiatives such as those led by the OWA have developed into formal programs through initiatives such as the Aboriginal Renewable CANADA Fund , Aboriginal Community CANADA Plans and the Education and Capacity Building Program . Finally , and most importantly , Fist Nations , Tribal Councils and Aboriginal Organizations have stepped forward and created a new paradigm for investment – one in which the growth of environmentally sustainable economic development is enabled and enhanced .
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