The Six Nations Elected Council held there monthly General Finance Meeting on Monday and heard about an agri-environmental initiative.

Under new business, the president of the Ontario Woodlot Association Paul Roberston made a presentation to council regarding the possible introduction of Living Labs.

The Living Laboratories Initiative, or Living Labs, brings together farmers, scientists, and other collaborators to co-develop and test innovative practices and technologies to address agri-environmental issues and can help sequester carbon and reduce the use of fossil fuels.

Robertson was also requesting a letter of support for the proposal - a motion that council passed but with two councillors opposed. However, the motion was passed with the understanding that due diligence must be done and that there is no commitment, at this time.

Further, council recommended that Roberston get in touch with Matt Jamieson, president and CEO of Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation, in regards to economic opportunities, and Phil Monture who is involved with carbon credits for the community.

It was also pointed out by Roberston that Kayanese is already involved with the proposal, offering direction and advice.

In addition, the Environmental Task Force was recommend as the point of contact for Robertson to coordinate his contacts in the community.

Listen to the report by David Moses for CKRZ FM below: