Mikisew Cree First Nation is speaking out against a government-appointed committee's recommendations for releasing treated oilsands tailings.

Alberta's oilsands mine water steering committee released a report with its nine recommendations on tailings management last month . One of its recommendations is to expedite the creation of standards to release treated oilsands mine water.

Mikisew Cree First Nation, based in northern Alberta, says it opposes the plan's implementation, worrying it would threaten the health of downstream communities and ecosystems.

The First Nation held a rally about the issue last week in Fort McMurray. The event brought together Indigenous leaders, environmental advocates and community members.

“Treat and release is a no-go for Mikisew Cree First Nation,

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