“New wind farm generates money and hope for Neqotkuk First Nation”, 02 November 2021

Neqotkuk First Nation, formerly known as Tobique First Nation, in western New Brunswick has started making money from its wind farm in the southern part of the province….

The community should see on an annual basis around $800,000 to $1.2 million going forward….

[Neqotkuk First Nation Chief Ross Perley] says he's always been in favour of clean energy and reducing greenhouse gases but his main motivation is to make Neqotkuk self-sufficient….

The renewable energy company [Natural Forces] based out of Halifax, has grown its business by partnering with Indigenous communities on solar and wind projects…

The First Nation owns 51 per cent of the wind farm. Natural Forces owns 49 per cent…

[The former CEO of the project] Tanna Pirie says the wind farm has helped restore hope and pride in the community:

“You know, tears came to my eyes because I know they're ours.” ”