The Muskowekwan First Nation has voted in favour of developing a proposed potash mine on its land.
Band members who participated in a plebiscite last Saturday voted 80 per cent in favour of designating 58,000 acres of land northeast of Regina for the project.
A previous vote on the proposal had a similar approval level, but fell short of the required number of voters.
"This vote is a clear mandate from our membership to continue with our work to develop Canada's first potash mine on our First Nation lands," Muskowekwan First Nation Chief Reginald Bellerose said in a release.
"This decisive vote result is viewed as a very positive landmark event for our First Nation."
However, some band members are skeptical of the joint-venture agreement to develop the proposed solution potash mine. They say environmental concerns surrounding the deal have not been addressed.
With files from The Canadian Press
