MThe chief also questions why government is ignoring the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples by granting mining permits without the consent of affected First Nations. "The fact that the company can just go into an area where they don't have the consent or the involvement of First Nations — it is unacceptable for the government to be issuing these permits," Moonias said. Neskantaga is located on the Attawapiskat River, west of the drill site, as well as a mine proposed for the area and Moonias said the community is determined to protect the environment and stand up for its treaty rights. Notice also permits are already in play...