In 1982, under the terms of the

Development and Operation

Agreement signed by the Teck Red Dog began operations in
mine (then Cominco Ltd.) it is 1989 and is a joint venture
the operator of the mine and between NANA Regional
TRUST

NANA is the owner of the land. Corporation Inc.5 (NANA), a

Most people in the region have wholly-owned entity of the
awarded a relatively strong and In˜upiat people of Northwest
long-lasting SLO by the Red Alaska, and Teck Alaska
Dog mine. Incorporated, a subsidiary of
Teck Resources Limited (Teck
Company).

In 1986, SLO's resilience began

when the mine also offers
numerous training and
scholarship opportunities,
purchases a substantial amount
of goods and services from
NANA-affiliated companies,
donates funds to various In 2000 Red Dog's
initiatives in the region, and is adaptability seems to have
played an important role in
CREDIBILITY

the sole contributor. in the

region. maintaining its SLO in the
long term. Red Dog
employees have not only
often responded to
community conflicts and
concerns, but have been
willing to modify their
approach to operate the
mine when necessary.

In 1990, concerns were

also raised about the
health and livelihood
LEGITIMACY

effects of mine dust

emissions, and legal
action was taken against
the mine regarding alleged
In 1985 Red Dog faced
water quality problems.
certain social challenges
Communities feel deserted
during its operational life.
because the Company did
Kivalina residents have
not respect their political
turned to the company for
and cultural norms.
exceeding its others'
discharge permit limits,
affecting aquatic life.
WITHHOLDING

Exploration Construction Operation