INTEGRA AND SHOSHONE-PAIUTE TRIBES ESTABLISH HISTORIC RELATIONSHIP AGREEMENT
Integra Resources (NYSE:ITRG) has signed a historic Relationship Agreement with the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes for the development of the DeLamar gold and silver mining project in southwest Idaho. This unprecedented agreement in the Lower 48 States establishes a transformative partnership focusing on indigenous recognition, economic participation, and environmental protection.
The agreement, resulting from five years of collaboration, provides a framework for co-management throughout the mine's life. The DeLamar Project, acquired by Integra in 2017, has received approximately $140 million in investments for resource growth and development. In March 2025, Integra submitted the Mine Plan of Operations to the BLM, initiating the Environmental Impact Statement process.
Integra Resources (NYSE:ITRG) ha firmato un accordo storico di collaborazione con le Tribù Shoshone-Paiute per lo sviluppo del progetto minerario DeLamar di oro e argento nel sud-ovest dell'Idaho. Questo accordo senza precedenti nei 48 stati continentali crea una partnership di trasformazione incentrata sul riconoscimento indigeno, la partecipazione economica e la tutela ambientale.
Frutto di cinque anni di lavoro congiunto, l'accordo definisce un quadro per la co-gestione durante l'intera vita della miniera. Il progetto DeLamar, acquisito da Integra nel 2017, ha ricevuto circa 140 milioni di dollari di investimenti per l'espansione delle risorse e lo sviluppo. Nel marzo 2025, Integra ha presentato il Piano Operativo Minerario al BLM, avviando la procedura di Valutazione d'Impatto Ambientale.
Integra Resources (NYSE:ITRG) ha firmado un histórico Acuerdo de Relación con las Tribus Shoshone-Paiute para el desarrollo del proyecto minero DeLamar de oro y plata en el suroeste de Idaho. Este acuerdo sin precedentes en los 48 estados continentales establece una asociación transformadora centrada en el reconocimiento indígena, la participación económica y la protección ambiental.
El acuerdo, resultado de cinco años de colaboración, ofrece un marco para la cogestión a lo largo de toda la vida de la mina. El Proyecto DeLamar, adquirido por Integra en 2017, ha recibido aproximadamente 140 millones de dólares en inversiones para el crecimiento de recursos y el desarrollo. En marzo de 2025, Integra presentó el Plan de Operaciones Mineras al BLM, iniciando el proceso de Declaración de Impacto Ambiental.
Integra Resources (NYSE:ITRG)는 아이다호 남서부의 DeLamar 금·은 광산 프로젝트 개발을 위해 Shoshone-Paiute 부족과 역사적인 관계 합의서를 체결했습니다. 본 합의는 미국 본토 48개 주에서 전례 없는 것으로, 원주민 인정, 경제 참여 및 환경 보호에 중점을 둔 변혁적 파트너십을 구축합니다.
이 합의는 5년에 걸친 협력의 결과로, 광산 수명 전반에 걸친 공동 관리의 틀을 제공합니다. Integra가 2017년에 인수한 DeLamar 프로젝트에는 자원 확장과 개발을 위해 약 1억 4천만 달러가 투자되었습니다. 2025년 3월 Integra는 광산 운영 계획을 BLM에 제출하여 환경영향평가(EIS) 절차를 시작했습니다.
Integra Resources (NYSE:ITRG) a signé un accord de partenariat historique avec les tribus Shoshone-Paiute pour le développement du projet minier DeLamar d'or et d'argent dans le sud-ouest de l'Idaho. Cet accord inédit dans les 48 États contigus établit un partenariat transformateur axé sur la reconnaissance autochtone, la participation économique et la protection de l'environnement.
Résultant de cinq années de collaboration, l'accord définit un cadre de cogestion durant toute la durée de vie de la mine. Le projet DeLamar, acquis par Integra en 2017, a reçu environ 140 millions de dollars d'investissements pour l'augmentation des ressources et le développement. En mars 2025, Integra a soumis le Plan d'exploitation minière au BLM, lançant le processus d'étude d'impact environnemental.
Integra Resources (NYSE:ITRG) hat eine historische Beziehungsvereinbarung mit den Shoshone-Paiute-Stämmen für die Entwicklung des DeLamar Gold- und Silberbergwerksprojekts im Südwesten Idahos unterzeichnet. Diese beispiellose Vereinbarung in den zusammenhängenden 48 Staaten schafft eine wegweisende Partnerschaft, die auf indigene Anerkennung, wirtschaftliche Teilhabe und Umweltschutz abzielt.
Die Vereinbarung, das Ergebnis von fünf Jahren Zusammenarbeit, bietet einen Rahmen für die gemeinsame Verwaltung über die gesamte Lebensdauer der Mine. Das DeLamar-Projekt, das Integra 2017 übernommen hat, erhielt rund 140 Millionen US-Dollar an Investitionen für Ressourcenausbau und Entwicklung. Im März 2025 reichte Integra den Betriebsplan bei der BLM ein und leitete damit das Verfahren zur Umweltverträglichkeitsprüfung ein.
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- Environmental Impact Statement process still pending
- Additional agreements may be needed with other Tribal Nations in the territory
- Significant regulatory approvals still required before mining can commence
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Integra's groundbreaking agreement with Shoshone-Paiute Tribes significantly de-risks the DeLamar Project by securing indigenous support and regulatory pathway.
This historic Relationship Agreement between Integra Resources and the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes represents a significant de-risking milestone for the DeLamar gold-silver project in Idaho. The agreement, developed over five years of collaboration, establishes a framework for project advancement that addresses key development challenges through indigenous recognition, economic participation, and environmental protection protocols.
From a mining development perspective, this agreement substantially mitigates social license risks - often the most challenging hurdle for mining projects on traditional territories. By securing tribal support before the Environmental Impact Statement process begins, Integra has positioned the DeLamar Project for a potentially smoother permitting pathway. The March 2025 submission of the Mine Plan of Operations to the BLM already initiated the regulatory process, and this agreement should facilitate more predictable interactions with federal agencies.
The political endorsements from Idaho's congressional delegation (Senators Crapo, Risch, and Representative Fulcher) provide additional regulatory confidence, suggesting the project has bipartisan support at the federal level. This political backing, combined with tribal partnership, creates a uniquely favorable development environment for a mining project.
While the press release doesn't provide specific economic terms, the agreement's focus on economic empowerment and participation signals potential revenue sharing or employment commitments that will affect project economics. The DeLamar Project, with its $140 million investment to date and historical production history (previously operated by Kinross until 1998), now has a clearer path to becoming a producing asset with reduced development timeline uncertainties.
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The Agreement announced today is the result of five years of collaboration between the Shoshone-Paiute and Integra and will serve to guide the partnership throughout the entire life of mine for the DeLamar Project in southwest
- Indigenous recognition;
- Economic empowerment and participation;
- Cultural and environmental protection;
- Consensus-based regulatory collaboration; and
- Community investment and performance monitoring.
Brian Mason, Chairman of the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes, commented: "The Shoshone-Paiute Business Council is very pleased to enter into this Relationship Agreement for the DeLamar Project, located in the northern portion of Shoshone-Paiute traditional territory. The Agreement is the first-of-its-kind in the Lower 48 States, and something that Tribal Nations surrounded by the mining industry have been working towards for many years. We are excited to start the work to implement the Agreement immediately, collaborating in partnership with Integra to develop plans that will put the benefits of the future mine to work for the long-term vision of the Tribe, and to accountably manage potential impacts. This Agreement asserts our right to a seat at the table to help direct how things happen in our territory. It supports the Shoshone-Paiute to be a driver of responsible economic development in the region, providing for our people and our neighbors, and protecting our values, interests, and culture."
George Salamis, President, CEO, and Director of Integra, commented: "Integra is incredibly proud to enter into this partnership with the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes, as we work hard to build long-lasting, respectful, trusting and collaborative relationships that drive tangible value. Through this partnership we are establishing durable and long-term predictability, while providing the foundational platform for local and regional economic opportunities to thrive. Over the past five years, Integra and the Shoshone-Paiute have worked together to build an understanding of our respective identities, values, rights and interests. We are incredibly honored to be partners with the Shoshone-Paiute, and together establish this first-of-its-kind agreement which will enable us to create sustainable value for our shareholders and communities through responsible mining practices."
Rep. Russ Fulcher (R-ID-01), commented: "
Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID), commented: "The signing of today's Relationship Agreement between Integra and the Shoshone-Paiute represents a collaborative commitment to responsibly advancing natural resource development in
Senator Jim Risch (R-ID), commented: "This historic Agreement is a great example of the innovative collaboration we value in
Background on The DeLamar Project and the Relationship Agreement
The DeLamar Project is a gold and silver mining development project located in
The Agreement provides Integra and the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes a framework to guide a mutually beneficial long-term relationship over the life of mine at DeLamar. The Agreement lays the foundation for a strong partnership by aligning the Parties' interests across several key measures, including economic opportunities, environmental protection, cultural recognition, and social performance. This approach seeks to achieve consensus between the Parties over the life of mine by working together to co-design how Integra operates and remains accountable on performance.
As the footprint of the proposed DeLamar Project is within the traditional territories of other Tribal Nations, Integra and those interested Nations are concurrently working to explore the development of similar relationships.
About Integra
Integra is a growing precious metals producer in the Great Basin of the
About the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes
The Shoshone-Paiute Tribes is a federally-recognized Tribal Nation located on the state line of
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
George Salamis
President, CEO and Director
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