B.1 868-104 Cgs Lake 2012 Land Use Permit

Seabridge Gold Inc. COURAGEOUS LAKE PROJECT Project Description in Support of a Class “A” Land Use Permit

Rescan™ Environmental Services Ltd. Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT Canada X1A 3S9 November 2012 Tel: (867) 920-2090 Fax: (867) 920-2015

COURAGEOUS LAKE PROJECT PROJECT DESCRIPTION IN SUPPORT OF A CLASS “A” LAND USE PERMIT

Submitted to:

Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board

Prepared for:

Seabridge Gold Inc.

By:

Rescan™ Environmental Services Ltd.

Yellowknife, NT

Project No. 868-104-23-98 November 2012 COURAGEOUS LAKE PROJECT Project Description In Support of a Class “A” Land Use Permit

Table of Contents

COURAGEOUS LAKE PROJECT PROJECT DESCRIPTION IN SUPPORT OF A CLASS “A” LAND USE PERMIT

Table of Contents

Table of Contents ...... i List of Figures ...... iii List of Tables ...... iii List of Plates ...... iii List of Appendices ...... iv

1. Introduction ...... 1-1 1.1 Company Overview ...... 1-1

2. The Project: Proposed Work...... 2-1 2.1 Project Location ...... 2-1 2.2 Project Area History ...... 2-5 2.2.1 1940 to 2002 ...... 2-5 2.2.2 Seabridge: 2003 to 2004 ...... 2-5 2.2.3 Seabridge: 2005 to 2006 ...... 2-6 2.2.4 Seabridge: 2007 to Present ...... 2-6 2.3 Permit History ...... 2-7 2.3.1 Regulatory Requirements ...... 2-7

3. Site Description ...... 3-1 3.1 Infrastructure ...... 3-1 3.2 Drilling Methods ...... 3-1 3.3 Equipment ...... 3-3 3.4 Bulk Fuel Storage ...... 3-3 3.5 Winter Road Access ...... 3-3 3.6 Waste Management ...... 3-3 3.7 Reclamation ...... 3-3 3.8 Development Schedule ...... 3-4

4. Geology and Mineralization ...... 4-1

5. Existing Environment ...... 5-1 5.1 Climate ...... 5-1 5.2 Hydrology ...... 5-3

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5.3 Aquatic Resources ...... 5-3 5.3.1 Bathymetry ...... 5-3 5.3.2 Water Quality ...... 5-3 5.4 Sediment Quality ...... 5-4 5.4.1 Primary and Secondary Producers ...... 5-4 5.4.1.1 Lake Benthos ...... 5-4 5.4.1.2 Stream Benthos ...... 5-4 5.4.2 Fish and Fish Habitat ...... 5-5 5.5 Soil and Vegetation ...... 5-6 5.6 Wildlife and Habitat ...... 5-7 5.6.1 Caribou and Habitat ...... 5-7 5.6.2 Carnivores and Habitat ...... 5-7 5.6.2.1 Grizzly Bear ...... 5-7 5.6.2.2 Wolf ...... 5-8 5.7 Traditional Use and Archaeological Resources ...... 5-9

6. Potential Environmental Effects and Mitigation Measures ...... 6-1 6.1 Noise Disturbance ...... 6-1 6.2 Air Quality ...... 6-1 6.3 Land Disturbance ...... 6-1 6.3.1 Permafrost ...... 6-1 6.3.2 Groundwater ...... 6-1 6.3.3 Vegetation ...... 6-1 6.4 Aquatic Resources ...... 6-2 6.4.1 Water Quality ...... 6-2 6.4.2 Fish and Fish Habitat ...... 6-2 6.5 Wildlife ...... 6-2 6.5.1 Caribou ...... 6-2 6.5.2 Grizzly Bear ...... 6-2 6.6 Archaeology ...... 6-2 6.7 Implementation of Monitoring Plans ...... 6-2

7. Government Engagement ...... 7-1

8. Community Engagement ...... 8-1 8.1 Historical Community Engagement ...... 8-1 8.2 Current/Future Community Engagement ...... 8-2

References ...... R-1

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List of Figures

FIGURE PAGE

Figure 2.1-1. Regional Location of Courageous Lake Property ...... 2-2

Figure 2.1-2. Location of Drilling Target Area at Courageous Lake, and Walsh Lake ...... 2-3

Figure 2.1-3. Courgeous Lake Property Location Map ...... 2-4

Figure 3.2-1. Sketch Map of Typical Drill Site Set-up ...... 3-2

Figure 3.4-1. Diesel Tank EC00025435 as Built Drawing ...... 3-5

List of Tables

TABLE PAGE

Table 1-1. Seabridge Gold Inc. (5073 N.W.T. Ltd.) Mineral Claims in the Courageous Lake Area, NT ...... 1-3

Table 1-2. Seabridge Gold Inc. (5073 N.W.T. Ltd.) Leases in the Courageous Lake Area, NT ...... 1-4

Table 3.3-1. Equipment List ...... 3-3

Table 5.1-1. Summary of Matthews Creek Station Monthly Average Meteorological Observations ...... 5-2

Table 5.4-1. Summary of Metal Concentrations in Lake Sediments from the Study Area ...... 5-4

Table 5.4-2. Summary of Benthos Densities from Lakes in the Study Area ...... 5-4

Table 5.5-1. Classification Results for Scene 44-15 ...... 5-6

List of Plates

PLATE PAGE

Plate 4-1. Perspective view of the FAT mineral zones...... 4-1

Plate 5.7-1. Examples of an arrowhead (a) and an archaeological site (b) shown to Aboriginal group members during the 2010 community site tours...... 5-10

Plate 8.2-1. Courageous Lake community site visits, 2010: (a) Tli Cho (August 31, 2010); (b) North Slave Métis Alliance (September 1, 2010); and (c) Yellowknives Dene First Nation and Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation (September 3, 2010)...... 8-3

Plate 8.2-2. Courageous Lake community site visits, 2011: (a) Northwest Territory Metis Nation (August 23, 2011); (b) Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation (August 25, 2011)...... 8-4

Plate 8.2-3. Courageous Lake community and political site visits, 2012: a) CanNor AANDC Representatives; b) Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation; c) North Slave Métis Alliance; d) Northwest Territory Metis Nation; e) Yellowknife Dene First Nation. The pictures were taken between August 27 and 31, 2012...... 8-5

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List of Appendices

Appendix 1. Spill Contingency Plan, June 2012

Appendix 2. Key Historic Environmental Studies done in the Courageous Lake Project Area

Appendix 3. Archaeological Investigations for Seabridge Gold Inc. at the Courageous Lake Property (Bussey et al. 2003)

Appendix 4. Courageous Lake Wildlife Protection Plan, August 2012

Appendix 5. Courageous Lake Project Archaeological Chance Find Procedure

Appendix 6. Government Engagement

Appendix 7. Community Engagement Appendix 7-1. Seabridge Letter of Introduction Appendix 7-2. Permits Obtained for Environmental Studies Conducted for the Courageous Lake in 2010 Appendix 7-3. Community Site Visit Invite Appendix 7-4. Community Site Visit Follow-up Letters Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Appendix 7-6. Aboriginal Field Assistant Employment Contact Letter, Advertisement, and Hired Employees

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1. Introduction

This project description of the Courageous Lake Project was developed in support of a Class “A” Land Use Permit that covers the same type of exploration activities previously permitted under Class “A” Land Use Permit MV2010C0046 issued by the Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board (MVLWB). The Courageous Lake property is owned by Seabridge Gold Inc. (Seabridge), which operates in the Northwest Territories (NWT) through its wholly owned subsidiary company 5073 N.W.T. Ltd. 5073 N.W.T. Ltd. is a registered company in the NWT and maintains an account with the NWT Workers Compensation Board and all other necessary registrations. This project description was prepared by Seabridge in association with Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. (Rescan).

The Courageous Lake property contains a large, undeveloped gold resource hosted in Archean-aged metavolcanic and metasedimentary rocks within the Slave Greenstone Belt (EBA et al. 2008). The Courageous Lake project consists of 50,258 hectares (124,190 acres) covering 555 kilometres (34 miles) of a greenstone belt in Canada’s Northwest Territories, including the two kilometre long FAT deposit. The property contains both mineral leases and mining claims. Owned by Seabridge, these claims and leases are held for the purpose of gold exploration and are presently in good standing. A full list of these claims and leases in the area held by Seabridge through its subsidiary company, 5073 N.W.T. Ltd., can be found in Tables 1-1 and 1-2.

1.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW Seabridge Gold Inc. is a Canadian corporation founded in 1999 to provide its shareholders with exceptional leverage to a rising gold price. Its leadership includes engineers and geologists with senior management experience in all phases of the mining industry, from exploration and project design to permitting and operations. Its head office is located in Toronto.

The Company’s principal assets are the KSM project in north western British Columbia and the Courageous Lake project in the Northeast Territories. Together, these projects now have proven and probable reserves totalling more than 45 million ounce of gold and 10 billion pounds of copper, placing Seabridge among the top ten companies in the world by this measure.

Seabridge’s focus is to evaluate, acquire, explore and develop gold deposits. From our inception, we determined that Seabridge would not build or operate mines — we would look to partner or sell assets which were ready for production. Building mines adds considerable technical and financial risks and requires a different set of skills and resources. Nor did we wish to undertake grass roots exploration which is very high risk. We therefore narrowed our strategy to three phases which would unfold as the gold price rose — acquiring known deposits, expanding them and defining their economic parameters. In our view, this was a relatively lower risk and less capital-intensive strategy consistent with the goal of optimizing gold ownership while limiting share dilution.

From 1999 through 2002, when the gold price was lower, Seabridge acquired nine North American projects with substantial gold resources, including Courageous Lake and KSM. Subsequent exploration by Seabridge has significantly expanded its acquired gold resource base.

In 2002, with the gold price on the rise, it was becoming more expensive to acquire existing resources and the cost-benefit equation tilted in favour of exploration. Seabridge’s strategy entered its second phase which was to expand its resource base by carefully targeted exploration. This phase proved highly successful — total measured and indicated gold resources grew 381% over five years.

SEABRIDGE GOLD INC. 1-1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION IN SUPPORT OF A CLASS “A” LAND USE PERMIT

By 2008, it was clear that the gold price had risen sufficiently to make a number of Seabridge’s projects potentially economic. Work therefore began work on the third phase of Seabridge’s strategy — defining the economics of its projects through engineering studies and upgrading resources to reserves. This effort focused first on the KSM project which, during the exploration phase, had emerged as the Company’s largest asset. A Preliminary Feasibility Study (PFS) was completed for the KSM project in March 2010 and a substantial portion of its resources were converted to reserves. Subsequently updated, the PFS has increased reserves and throughput capacity, improving the project’s economics. A similar program is in process for Courageous Lake, Seabridge’s second largest asset. Both core assets are being readied for joint venturing to large producers when market conditions are favourable.

Seabridge believes that being a responsible and welcome member of the communities in which we operate is an essential part of our business strategy. The Company is engaged in an on-going dialogue with Treaty and First Nations to ensure that its projects are designed to be sensitive to their concerns.

Seabridge is a public company whose shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (Symbol SEA) and the New York Stock Exchange (Symbol SA).

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Table 1-1. Seabridge Gold Inc. (5073 N.W.T. Ltd.) Mineral Claims in the Courageous Lake Area, NT

Claim # Owner NTS 1 NTS 2 Issued Expiry Acres Hectares Status K14251 GAVIN 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 16-Aug-10 16-Aug-13 1,291.25 522.55 ACTIVE-Extension K14252 DUNCAN 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 16-Aug-10 16-Aug-13 2,324.25 940.59 ACTIVE-Extension K14253 LUCAS 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 16-Aug-10 16-Aug-13 2,582.5 1,045.10 ACTIVE-Extension K14254 ETHAN 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 16-Aug-10 16-Aug-13 2,582.5 1,045.10 ACTIVE-Extension K14255 AYDEN 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 16-Aug-10 16-Aug-13 2,582.5 1,045.10 ACTIVE-Extension K14256 ANGIE 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 16-Aug-10 16-Aug-13 1,239.6 501.65 ACTIVE-Extension K14257 RUDI 1 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 16-Aug-10 16-Aug-13 1,394.55 564.36 ACTIVE-Extension K14258 RUDI 2 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 16-Aug-10 16-Aug-13 568.15 229.92 ACTIVE-Extension K16201 CL 1 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,582.5 1,045.10 ACTIVE K16202 CL 2 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,582.5 1,045.10 ACTIVE K16203 CL 3 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 076D06 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,582.5 1,045.10 ACTIVE K16204 CL 4 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 076D06 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,582.5 1,045.10 ACTIVE K16205 CL 5 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,582.5 1,045.10 ACTIVE K16206 CL 6 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,582.5 1,045.10 ACTIVE K16207 CL 7 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,582.5 1,045.10 ACTIVE K16208 CL 8 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,582.5 1,045.10 ACTIVE K16209 CL 9 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 076D06 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,582.5 1,045.10 ACTIVE K16210 CL 10 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 076D06 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,582.5 1,045.10 ACTIVE K16211 CL 11 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,582.5 1,045.10 ACTIVE K16212 CL 12 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,540.5 1,028.11 ACTIVE K16213 CL 13 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,324.25 940.59 ACTIVE K16214 CL 14 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,530.85 1,024.20 ACTIVE K16215 CL 15 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 076D06 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,582.5 1,045.10 ACTIVE K16216 CL 16 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 076D06 18-May-12 18-May-14 2,427.55 982.40 ACTIVE K16217 CL 17 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D06 18-May-12 18-May-14 222.1 89.88 ACTIVE K16218 CL 18 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D06 18-May-12 18-May-14 450 182.11 ACTIVE Approximate Total Acres/Hectares 56,050.55 22,682.93

Table 1-2. Seabridge Gold Inc. (5073 N.W.T. Ltd.) Leases in the Courageous Lake Area, NT

Lease # Owner NTS 1 NTS 2 Issued Anniversary Expiry Acres Hectares Status ML 3357 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 075M14 26-Apr-90 26-Apr 26-Apr-32 1,890 764.86 ACTIVE ML 3361 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 075M14 26-Apr-90 26-Apr 26-Apr-32 2,034 823.13 ACTIVE ML 5227 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 24-May-11 24-May 24-May-32 152 61.51 ACTIVE ML 5228 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 24-May-11 24-May 24-May-32 481 194.65 ACTIVE ML 3221 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 075M14 16-Jun-86 16-Jun 16-Jun-28 584 236.34 ACTIVE ML 3222 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 24-Jun-87 24-Jun 24-Jun-29 907 367.05 ACTIVE ML 3223 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 23-Jun-87 23-Jun 23-Jun-29 1,214 491.29 ACTIVE ML 3228 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 075M14 30-Jun-87 30-Jun 30-Jun-29 2,357 953.85 ACTIVE ML 3229 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 30-Jun-87 30-Jun 30-Jun-29 1,585 641.43 ACTIVE ML 3230 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 30-Jun-87 30-Jun 30-Jun-29 518 209.63 ACTIVE ML 3251 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D06 30-Jun-87 30-Jun 30-Jun-29 1,159 469.03 ACTIVE ML 5218 Bathurst Inlet Developments 076D03 4-Jul-12 4-Jul 4-Jul-33 53.4 21.61 ACTIVE (1984) Limited ML 3219 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 9-Jul-86 9-Jul 9-Jul-28 168.1 68.03 ACTIVE ML 3158 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 25-Jul-84 25-Jul 25-Jul-26 1376 556.85 ACTIVE ML 3159 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 25-Jul-84 25-Jul 25-Jul-26 534 216.10 ACTIVE ML 3160 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 25-Jul-84 25-Jul 25-Jul-26 1,878 760.00 ACTIVE ML 3161 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 25-Jul-84 25-Jul 25-Jul-26 1,135 459.32 ACTIVE ML 3791 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 075M14 9-Sep-98 9-Sep 9-Sep-19 80.2 32.46 ACTIVE ML 3792 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 075M14 9-Sep-98 9-Sep 9-Sep-19 57 23.07 ACTIVE ML 5059 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 57.8 23.39 ACTIVE ML 5060 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 289 116.95 ACTIVE ML 5061 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 1,914 774.57 ACTIVE ML 5062 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 30.3 12.26 ACTIVE ML 5063 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 2,288 925.92 ACTIVE ML 5064 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 2,188 885.46 ACTIVE ML 5065 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 2,183 883.43 ACTIVE

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Table 1-2. Seabridge Gold Inc. (5073 N.W.T. Ltd.) Leases in the Courageous Lake Area, NT (continued)

Lease # Owner NTS 1 NTS 2 Issued Anniversary Expiry Acres Hectares Status ML 5066 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 1,477 597.72 ACTIVE ML 5067 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 075M14 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 273 110.48 ACTIVE ML 5068 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 075M14 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 597 241.60 ACTIVE ML 5069 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 075M14 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 1,316 532.57 ACTIVE ML 5070 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 075M14 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 542 219.34 ACTIVE ML 5071 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D06 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 700 283.28 ACTIVE ML 5072 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D06 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 638 258.19 ACTIVE ML 5073 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 076D06 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 2,652 1,073.23 ACTIVE ML 5074 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 076D06 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 1,313 531.35 ACTIVE ML 5075 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D06 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 233 94.29 ACTIVE ML 5076 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 1,581 639.81 ACTIVE ML 5077 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 2,634 1,065.95 ACTIVE ML 5078 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 2,595 1,050.16 ACTIVE ML 5079 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 2,608 1,055.42 ACTIVE ML 5080 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 2,556 1,034.38 ACTIVE ML 5081 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 2,569 1,039.64 ACTIVE ML 5082 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 2,563 1,037.21 ACTIVE ML 5083 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 1,762 713.06 ACTIVE ML 5084 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 1,082 437.87 ACTIVE ML 5085 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 1,165 471.46 ACTIVE ML 5086 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 2,583 1045.31 ACTIVE ML 5087 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 2,249 910.14 ACTIVE ML 5088 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 336 135.97 ACTIVE ML 5089 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 192.81 78.03 ACTIVE ML 5090 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 510 206.39 ACTIVE ML 5091 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 48.5 19.63 ACTIVE

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Table 1-2. Seabridge Gold Inc. (5073 N.W.T. Ltd.) Leases in the Courageous Lake Area, NT (completed)

Lease # Owner NTS 1 NTS 2 Issued Anniversary Expiry Acres Hectares Status ML 5092 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 153 61.92 ACTIVE ML 5093 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 112 45.32 ACTIVE ML 5094 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 60 24.28 ACTIVE ML 5095 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 60.2 24.36 ACTIVE ML 5096 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 1,811 732.89 ACTIVE ML 5097 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 638 258.19 ACTIVE ML 5098 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 153 61.92 ACTIVE ML 5099 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 272 110.07 ACTIVE ML 5100 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 14-Sep-09 14-Sep 14-Sep-30 290 117.36 ACTIVE ML 3016 5073 N.W.T. LIMITED 076D03 075M14 23-Oct-80 23-Oct 23-Oct-22 702 284.09 ACTIVE

Approximate Total Acres/Hectares 68,139.31 27,575.09

COURAGEOUS LAKE PROJECT Project Description In Support of a Class “A” Land Use Permit

2. The Project: Proposed Work

The proposed activities in the present permit application are for the purpose of a multi-year mineral exploration program which is fully described in this Project Description report. The operation includes fuel storage, winter road construction/maintenance, quarrying, and diamond drilling. Activities will take place within 63˚50′ N and 111˚00′ W by 64˚20′ N and 111˚30′ W.

These proposed activities are consistent with the existing permit, MV2010C046 with the exception of the maximum number of drill holes. Seabridge is approaching the maximum 150 drill holes currently permitted. As a result of positive drill results from the 2012 winter and summer programs, plus the need to continue with in-fill drilling to better define existing resources, Seabridge is applying for a maximum 700 drill holes over a potential seven (7) year permit term.

The overall project goals are:

1. in-fill drilling and reserve delineation of the FAT gold deposit and new Walsh Lake deposit; 2. drill testing newly recognized targets for their potential to contain gold resources that can be incorporated into the Courageous Lake Project; 3. potential in-fill drilling and reserve delineation of newly recognized resources that would be incorporated into the Courageous Lake Project; and 4. quarrying for repair and maintenance of existing infrastructure.

2.1 PROJECT LOCATION The Courageous Lake Project site is located at Latitude 64°05′ North and Longitude 111°15′ West, 240 km northeast of Yellowknife, NWT (Figure 2.1-1). This site is on the eastern side of Matthews Lake and extends from Courageous Lake in the north to the north shore of the Nordinka Narrows of MacKay Lake in the south (Figure 2.1-2). This area is north of the tree line in the zone of extensive discontinuous permafrost. An esker complex is situated on the north shore of Matthews Lake. The site is characterized by undulating hills with associated tundra vegetation and exposed bedrock. Marshy areas are associated with Matthews Creek that flows over the FAT deposit from Matthews Lake into Courageous Lake. This creek is the only discharge from Matthews Lake.

Seabridge has also discovered a promising high grade gold occurrence at Walsh Lake about 1.5 km south of the FAT deposit. The occurrence appears to be the southern extension of the historical Tundra Gold Mine, a high grade ore producer that was abandoned in 1999. The Walsh Lake target area stretches about 1.5 km south from the former Tundra Mine. The Walsh Lake area is included in this workplan as part of the Courageous Lake Project.

The leases and claims covering the Courageous Lake Property are shown in Figure 2.1-3.

SEABRIDGE GOLD INC. 2-1 PROJECT #0868-100-01 GIS #CL-15-008 December 21, 2010

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Regional Location of the Figure 2.1-1 Courageous Lake Property PROJECT #0868-104-01-97 GIS # CL-15-115 November 02 2012

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7110000 Fat ± 7110000 Deposit

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Figure 2.1-2 Location of Drilling Target Area at Courageous Lake, and Walsh Lake PROJECT # 0868-104-09 GIS # CL-14-001 November 02 2012

111°40'0"W 111°30'0"W 111°20'0"W 111°10'0"W 111°0'0"W 64°20'0"N Starfish 64°20'0"N Lake Seahorse Lake ± 5071 K16218 5072 K16217 3251 5075 K16216 K16215 K16210 K16209 K16204 K16203

5073 3223 5074

K16214 K16211 K16208 K16205 K16202 5084 5085 5060

5062 3230 5076 5083 K16213 5059 K16212 K16207 K16206 K16201 5095 64°10'0"N

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Figure 2.1-3 Courageous Lake Propery Location Map THE PROJECT: PROPOSED WORK

2.2 PROJECT AREA HISTORY

2.2.1 1940 to 2002 Exploration activity has occurred in the Courageous Lake area since the early 1940s. Gold was first discovered by Dr W. Brown of Territorial Exploration Limited. Two gold deposits, Tundra and Salmita, were discovered in 1944 and 1947, respectively. The Geological Society of Canada conducted regional geological mapping in the area between 1944 and 1980. Located on the south end of Matthews Lake, the Tundra Gold Mine was the first productive mine in the Project area and operated between 1964 and 1968. It produced 190,000 tonnes of gold ore that averaged approximately 20 grams/metric tonne during the mine’s operational period. Between 1984 and 1989, the nearby Salmita Mine produced 209,000 ounces of gold averaging 27.2 grams per metric tonne (183,000 ounces). Royal Oak Mines re-opened the Tundra Mine Site and produced 122,000 ounces of gold during a brief period of operation in the 1990s.

Exploration and resource estimates also were completed in the Courageous Lake area between 1980 and 1990. In 1980, Noranda Exploration Limited (Noranda) first carried out a drilling program to evaluate a frost heaved felsic volcanic unit that was discovered by prospectors working for Noranda. This resulted in the discovery of two gold deposits, the FAT Zone and the Carbonate Zone, which together form the Courageous Lake property. In 1982, Noranda entered a joint venture agreement with Getty Canadian Metals Limited (Getty) to explore and develop the Courageous Lake property. Noranda had a 51% interest in the Courageous Lake joint venture and therefore was the operator. In 1987, Total Energold (Total) purchased Getty and assumed their 49% interest in the joint venture.

Noranda sank a 475 m deep shaft on the FAT Zone in 1987 with the purpose of testing the continuity and grade of gold within the previously identified zone. However, the results of this program did not meet Noranda’s expectations and no further work was completed on the underground development. Noranda estimated a global gold resource of about 3.6 million ounces and an underground resource of about 737,000 ounces.

Noranda consolidated its Hemlo Gold unit with Battle Mountain Gold and began operating the Courageous Lake joint venture as Battle Mountain Gold in 1992. In 1996, the ownership of the Courageous Lake Joint Venture was transferred to Newmont Gold Corporation (Newmont) when the Battle Mountain Gold merged with Newmont.

In 1997, Placer Dome Exploration Inc. (Placer Dome) optioned the property from Newmont with the concept of developing a bulk mineable surface deposit. Placer Dome completed 13,345 m of drilling and other basic exploration work. Based on their work along with the previous data collected by Noranda, Placer Dome estimated a global resource for the Courageous Lake property of 5.9 million ounces of gold. However, production in the area did not occur after the drilling program.

In 2002, Newmont offered the Courageous Lake Property for sale. Seabridge purchased the Courageous Lake property from the Newmont-Total Tundra Joint Venture in June 2002.

2.2.2 Seabridge: 2003 to 2004 In 2003, Seabridge designed a work program on the Courageous Lake property with the goal of evaluating and prioritizing potential gold targets. It obtained a Class “A” Land Use permit to engage in exploratory drilling and reserve delineation efforts. Four targets were developed: South FAT Extension, Olsen Lake Target, Walsh Lake Target, and Salmita Mine Target. These targets were selected as the highest probability to develop new resources for the project.

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In 2004 the drill program was initiated with drill testing of selected priority targets undertaken by Seabridge. The program was conceived in two stages: initial testing for stratiform gold concentrations similar to the FAT Deposit, and sectional drilling of potential resource expiations. The initial program intended to test three target areas: Olsen Lake, Walsh Lake, and the South FAT Extension. Ground conditions precluded a test of the Walsh Lake target, but the other targets were tested. Results from the initial stage of the program led the company to initiate sectional drilling on the South FAT Extension.

The South FAT Extension was a projection of the previous resource model where little work had been completed. Surface and initial drilling results indicated that 300 m of strike could be added to the FAT Deposit with the completion of sectional drilling. The second stage of the 2004 program completed the sectional drilling on 50 m section lines across these 300 m of strike.

In December 2004, Resource Modelling Inc. (RMI) updated the estimate of gold resources for Seabridge using an updated geologic interpretation and new drilling data. RMI completed a total of three estimates of Mineral Resources for the Courageous Lake project. The initial report was prepared in July 2002 (NI-43-101 technical report Technical Review of the Courageous Lake Property, Northwest Territories, Canada). A second technical report was prepared in December 2004 (NI-43-101 technical report Technical Review of the Courageous Lake Property, Northwest Territories, Canada).

2.2.3 Seabridge: 2005 to 2006 During the 2005 and 2006 field seasons, Seabridge drilled several diamond drill holes. The core collected from these drill holes was systematically logged, sawn, and shipped to ACME Labs in Yellowknife, NWT, and Vancouver, BC, for sample preparation and fire assay.

In late 2006, RMI constructed a new resource model that incorporated new drilling results and an updated geologic interpretation that was completed by Seabridge’s geologic staff. Similar to RMI’s 2004 model, block gold grades were estimated using a series of nested inverse distance cubed interpolation runs that used very tight search ellipsoids oriented in the plane of the mineralized trends. The estimated block grades were then classified into Measured, Indicated, and Inferred categories using nearly the same parameters that were used in the December 2004 model.

2.2.4 Seabridge: 2007 to Present In association with its continuing exploration activities, Seabridge completed desk-based engineering studies. These studies resulted in a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) that was released in March 2008 and a Prefeasibility Study (PFS) was released in September 2012. The PFS report concluded that an open pit mining operation was potentially feasible at a proposed 17,500 tonne per day operation (91.1 million tonne per year throughput) resulting in an estimated 15 year life of mine with average estimated annual production of 5,776,735 ounces of gold. Initial capital costs for the project were estimated at US$1.52 billion, including a contingency of US$1.86 million.

Multi-disciplinary environmental work has been on-going since 2004. This work has covered studies on archaeology, socio-economics, hydrology, hydrogeology, soils and vegetation, wildlife, aquatics and fish. Scientific research permits were obtained from the Aurora Research Institute (ARI) and where work was completed the reports submitted after the end of each field season.

Further exploration and reserve delineation activities continue to date. Specific activities that began in the summer of 2010 include environmental and permitting work; community engagement; engineering and metallurgical work; and definition drilling. This work will be used to upgrade the existing PFS.

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2.3 PERMIT HISTORY All of the exploration activities to date have been conducted by Seabridge under Class “A” Land Use permits. Land Use Permit MV2003C0050 (assigned to 5073 N.W.T. Limited), was effective from 2004 until 2009. In 2009, Seabridge was granted a 2-year extension to this permit in order to continue with its drilling and reserve delineation efforts. In 2010, having exhausted the maximum coverage of a permit, Seabridge applied for a new land use permit in order to continue with its drilling and reserve delineation efforts as previously permitted. MV2012C0046 was issued in February 2011 for a 5 year term.

2.3.1 Regulatory Requirements The project described for this new permit application requires the issuance of a new Class “A” Land Use Permit from the Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board. This permit would consist of exactly the same types of exploration activities as previously authorized under Permit MV2012C0046.

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3. Site Description

3.1 INFRASTRUCTURE Infrastructure for Seabridge’s exploration activities utilizes existing facilities and no new infrastructure has been or will be developed for this purpose. For worker accommodation, Seabridge has purchased the former Treeline Lodge situated at the northern end of Matthews Lake (previously owned by Boyd Warner). This facility was originally constructed to support Noranda’s exploration effort on the property. It consists of two bunk houses, a kitchen and mess facility, housing for a caretaker, and miscellaneous portable buildings. The facility has an existing surface lease #76 D/3-6. Power is supplied by diesel generator and water is extracted from Matthews Lake and treated using existing facilities. All food and fuel supplies are flown into camp either via float plane or utilizing the existing Salmita gravel airstrip.

Site access is currently only available by air and winter road. Although the Salmita airstrip provides the project site with the ability to obtain necessary supplies, it is currently owned the Canadian government under a Federal Reserve. Seabridge utilizes this airstrip. Presently, exploration activities are carried out by utilizing contract helicopters or pre-existing roads.

Core cutting and storage facilities consist of two Quonset huts located on the former premises of the Salmita Mine located on the north eastern shore of Matthews Lake. Power and heat is provided to these buildings by a 15.5 kilowatt diesel generator and fuel oil heaters. Only materials for one or two days’ work are stored at this site and foodstuffs are never stored in the buildings. Fuel storage at these buildings is in 205 L (45 gallons) steel day tanks maintained in a lined facility.

3.2 DRILLING METHODS The proposed drilling program at Courageous Lake consists of two distinct types of exploration activity, target testing and delineation drilling. Target testing is a process of obtaining 3-dimensional information in order to develop an understanding of the distribution of gold in the rocks. Delineation drilling is the process of obtaining adequate 3-dimensional information so that the distribution of gold in rocks can be modelled statistically. Consequently, target testing is generally a more limited program and progress is determined on the basis of results. Delineation drilling is a more extensive program and requires extracting information on a grid pattern.

Drilling methods to be employed will comply with all applicable standards and regulations; Seabridge Gold Inc. will be guided by the philosophy of minimizing impact to the environment in all activities. Figure 3.2-1 illustrates a typical drill site setup.

Drilling activities conducted in summer conditions will be fully helicopter supported. The drills will be diesel powered HQ and NQ rigs producing a 2⅝ inch diameter core. Equipment and materials will be lifted to each site and hand tools will be used to provide the necessary site preparation work to conduct drilling operations. All drill fluids used will be biodegradable and non-toxic. Care will be taken to ensure that drill fluids are not discharged directly into any lake or water coarse. This may include the construction of hand-built retaining structures, ditching and tanks to capture drilling fluids. All drilling activities will use less than 100 m3 of water per day.

Drilling activities in winter will utilize snow cats and snowmobiles for drill mobilization and support provided there is enough snow cover to do so. If there is not enough snow then these activities will be supported by helicopter. Drilling methods will be the same as during the summer season.

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The results of the 2003 Archaeological Report and on-going archaeological work at the Courageous Lake Property have been used and will continue be used to pre-screen proposed diamond drill hole locations. As a result, no impacts on archaeological finds have resulted or will result from the proposed exploration work associated with this land use application.

3.3 EQUIPMENT Due to the nature of the exploratory work, the amount of equipment utilized onsite is relatively small. Such equipment primarily consists of drill rigs and miscellaneous equipment to support the drill rigs and overall exploratory effort. The miscellaneous equipment includes helicopters, ATVs, and snowmobiles. A list of all major equipment and its associated use follows in Table 3.3-1.

Table 3.3-1. Equipment List

Type and Number Proposed Use 2 4×4 trucks General Transportation on existing roads in the project area 1 small bus General Transportation on existing roads in the project area 1 super diesel truck General Transportation on existing roads in the project area 1 to 5 HQ and NQ Diesel Powered Drills Drilling and associated pumps 1 or 2 Helicopters Drill moves and crew and fuel transport. 1 or 2 Snow Cats Diesel operated used for building winter roads, mobilizing and moving drilling equipment in winter time 1 to 10 Snowmobiles Winter transportation around site 2 or 3 ATVs Transportation around site

3.4 BULK FUEL STORAGE Fuel is stored on site in a single 75,000 L double-walled storage tank located within berms at Coreland (Figure 3.4-1). Two additional fuel tanks are located within the existing lease (#76D/3-6) area and are used to support the Project.

A site specific Spill Contingency Plan has been developed by Seabridge Gold that describes fuel storage at the site and contingency measures employed to avoid spills and to respond to potential spill incidents (Appendix 1).

3.5 WINTER ROAD ACCESS The current Land Use Permit allows for the construction of a spur road up MacKay Lake from the main Tibbitt to Contwoyto winter road. Seabridge wishes to re-permit use of this spur road within the new land use application.

3.6 WASTE MANAGEMENT Solid waste at the drill sites is collected and stored in empty fuel barrels. All combustible waste is incinerated at the site. Materials not suitable for incineration are collected and transported to Yellowknife for disposal at an approved facility.

3.7 RECLAMATION Reclamation of drill sites is completed using hand crews and in accordance with regulatory standards. Seabridge reclaims each site as soon as practically possible after completing a drill hole. A record of

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action on each site is maintained onsite to ensure that all necessary reclamation actions have been successfully completed. The typical reclamation protocol for a drill site includes:

o removal of all equipment, materials and disposal of waste from the site;

o plugging the drill hole to prevent inflow of surface water or discharge of artesian waters;

o removal of drill casing from the hole or cutting off of drill casing below ground level;

o backfilling the drill hole and any hand excavation required for the site. Recontouring the drill site to match as closely as possible the original site;

o recontouring of drill cutting discharge sites and stabilization of any wet drill cuttings; and

o inspection of sites by Seabridge and contractors to verify compliance with reclamation standards and if warranted creation of a remediation action plan for sites that require additional action.

3.8 DEVELOPMENT SCHEDULE The exploration drilling activities described herein are scheduled to begin in February 2013 and end in 2018, dependent upon regulatory approval, with our window of operation being from February to October annually. Activities include:

1. Diesel fuel storage of up to 75,000 L per year in each of two double-walled storage tanks; Aviation fuel storage of up to 65,000 L per year in one double walled storage tank, and small quantities of gasoline in 205 L drums. Use of existing buildings on the Salmita Mine Site for core storage and processing, machinery maintenance and office space. 2. Diamond drilling. 3. Winter spur road construction. 4. Quarrying for repair and maintenance of existing infrastructure.

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4. Geology and Mineralization

The FAT deposit is located between the north shore of Matthews Lake and the south shore of Courageous Lake. It is made up of at least 14 discrete, steep east-dipping, elongate lenticular zones that vary in thickness from 20 to 125 m wide. The continuity of these 13 zones has been demonstrated to be at least 1,900 m long (between 5450N and 3550N, local mine grid), 800 m wide (between 3150E and 2350E) and, although open at depth, at least 1,200 m deep. The 14 mineral zones are shown in a perspective view in Plate 4-1, which is looking S30°W at an upward view of plus 20 degrees. Seabridge has also discovered a promising high grade gold occurrence at Walsh Lake about 1.5 km south of the FAT deposit. The occurrence appears to be the southern extension of the historical Tundra Gold Mine, a high grade ore producer that was abandoned in 1999. The Walsh Lake target area stretches about 1.5 km south from the former Tundra Mine. The Walsh Lake area is included in this workplan as part of the Courageous Lake Project. Since its discovery, several common points have been used to describe the FAT deposit, including:

o a series of gold zones concentrated in long and narrow bands;

o hosted by metasedimentary and metavolcanic rocks; and

o gold concentrations are associated with the introduction of silica, muscovite and sulfide minerals.

Plate 4-1. Perspective view of the FAT mineral zones.

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5. Existing Environment

Over the past 30 years many environmental studies have been completed on the property and in the general area of this development (Appendix 2). Those studies with particular relevance to the project are referenced in this document. The West Kitikmeot Slave Study (WKSS) collected extensive environmental information from 1996 to 2001. An update of the report was done in 2007. This study investigated Traditional Knowledge and environmental issues surrounding the developments in the Slave Geological province. As part of the approval process for both EKATI and Diavik mines Independent Monitoring Agencies were set up for both developments. In 2000 to 2002 and in preparation for re-licensing the winter road, a consortium of mining companies from the area did a major environmental investigation of the road alignment and surrounding area. In 2004, Seabridge began to collect project specific environmental data. These included studies on archaeology, aquatic resources, water quality, hydrology and wildlife carried out by EBA Engineering Consultants Ltd. These studies continued between 2003 to present day. A hydrometric station was installed at Matthews Creek in 2004 and has been monitored on an annual basis from there on. In 2007, a meteorological station was installed by EBA and has continued to be monitored by Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. In the summer of 2010, the environmental program was expanded to include the following:

o Air quality;

o Noise;

o Meteorology;

o Hydrology;

o Hydrogeology;

o Aquatic Resources;

o Fish and Fish Habitat;

o Solis and Terrain;

o Vegetation and Ecosystem Mapping;

o Wildlife;

o Wetlands; and

o Archaeology.

5.1 CLIMATE The Courageous Lake project is located in northern Canada, approximately 240 km northeast of Yellowknife. Site elevation is 409 m above mean sea level. The meteorology station located next to Matthews Creek and the camp has collected data since 2007 and is summarized in Table 5.1-1.

Temperatures range from -43.1°C to 26°C; with an average daily mean temperature of -9.2°C. The annual average wind speed is 4.5 m/s with maximum gusts of 14 m/s. Average annual monthly precipitation is 16.4 mm, with an average daily total of 0.5 mm. Solar radiation ranges from 3 W/m2 in December to 306 W/m2 in May. Further details on baseline meteorological conditions can be found in Rescan (2011).

SEABRIDGE GOLD INC. 5-1 Table 5.1-1. Summary of Matthews Creek Station Monthly Average Meteorological Observations

Parameter Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Annual Wind †Average Wind Speed (m/s) 4.03 3.49 4.73 5.03 4.64 4.77 4.27 4.99 4.62 5.12 4.39 3.74 4.49 Average Daily Maximum Wind Gust (m/s) 8.57 7.55 9.73 9.69 9.25 9.63 10.15 10.98 9.79 10.93 9.14 8.18 9.47 †Extreme Maximum Wind Gust (m/s) 15.06 13.64 13.48 14.96 13.51 11.74 11.13 15.63 13.29 14.43 17.23 13.37 13.96 Air Temperature Extreme Daily Maximum Temperature (°C) -4.6 -9.5 -2.4 3.7 19.3 22.0 25.1 26.0 22.0 8.6 -2.2 -10.2 8.2 Average Daily Maximum (°C) -23.7 -22.3 -18.9 -6.8 -0.6 11.9 17.5 14.0 5.9 -2.5 -13.3 -23.0 -5.1 Average Daily Mean (°C) -27.3 -26.7 -23.9 -11.5 -5.4 6.9 12.8 10.0 2.8 -5.0 -17.0 -26.8 -9.2 Average Daily Minimum (°C) -31.1 -30.9 -29.1 -16.7 -10.8 1.5 7.9 6.1 -0.4 -7.8 -21.4 -30.9 -13.6 Extreme Daily Minimum Temperature (°C) -43.1 -42.9 -42.9 -31.2 -22.4 -7.0 -0.3 0.1 -10.2 -23.2 -33.1 -42.0 -24.9 Relative Humidity Average Daily Maximum (%) 81.6 83.2 84.8 93.9 95.5 94.0 92.8 95.4 96.5 96.8 91.6 82.5 90.7 Average Daily Mean (%) 77.4 78.3 78.0 86.2 84.0 72.6 70.6 78.8 83.4 87.5 87.9 78.0 80.2 Average Daily Minimum (%) 72.7 73.4 70.8 76.9 68.1 48.9 45.0 55.9 65.6 79.3 82.9 72.7 67.7 Barometric Pressure Average Daily Maximum (hPa) 1,016 1,018 1,016 1,018 1,019 1,014 1,015 1,013 1,015 1,014 1,012 1,018 1,016 Average Daily Mean (hPa) 1,012 1,014 1,012 1,015 1,017 1,012 1,013 999 1,012 1,010 1,009 1,014 1,012 Average Daily Minimum (hPa) 1,008 1,011 1,008 1,012 1,015 1,009 1,010 996 1,009 1,006 1,005 1,010 1,008 Incident Solar Radiation Average Daily Total (W/m²) 11 35 128 225 306 279 240 165 95 37 12 3 128 Average Daily Maximum (W/m²) 79 179 491 731 860 846 752 610 412 226 85 32 442 Extreme Daily Maximum (W/m²) 204 364 687 895 1,023 1,019 1,010 924 740 473 284 77 642 Water-Equivalent Precipiation Average Monthly Total (mm) 7.9 6.8 6.8 8.7 10.9 17.3 27.0 66.0 32.4 9.2 3.6 0.4 16.4 Average Daily Total (mm) 0.3 0.2 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.6 0.9 2.1 1.1 0.3 0.1 0.0 0.5 Extreme Daily Maximum (mm) 3.4 3.5 2.8 3.2 3.0 6.9 29.5 26.7 42.7 7.1 0.5 0.3 10.8 †Intensity Extreme 15-Minute (mm) 0.3 0.3 0.6 0.6 0.8 2.1 2.3 7.4 2.0 1.9 0.1 0.2 1.5 Averages based on 24-hour summary data between August 7, 2007 and June 21, 2010. †Average wind speed, extreme maximum gust, extreme 15-minute precipitation calculated using 15-minute data. EXISTING ENVIRONMENT

5.2 HYDROLOGY Matthews Creek flows over the FAT deposit. It is therefore necessary to determine the hydrology of the Creek in the event of its diversion. A hydrometric station was set-up in Matthews Creek in 2005 by Hay and Company Consultants (Hayco), a division of EBA Engineering Consultants Ltd. (EBA), and EBA. Between 2005 and 2009, the maximum recorded discharge was 1.36 m3/s and the lowest recorded discharge was 0.08 m3/s. Given the timing of the annual installations of the monitoring equipment, higher discharges during freshet undoubtedly preceded the re-installation of stage monitoring instrumentation each year (EBA 2008).

In 2005, the maximum recorded discharge (by datalogger) of 1.15 m3/s for Matthews Creek occurred on June 24. Generally, creek flows reduced in volume over the summer and fall. A minimum flow of 0.14 m3/s was recorded on September 22, just prior to the creek’s freezing over. In 2006, the maximum- recorded discharge (by datalogger) of 1.02 m3/s for Matthews Creek occurred on June 18. Again, creek flows typically reduced in volume over the summer and fall, with a minimum flow of 0.23 m3/s recorded on October 6, just prior to freeze up (EBA 2008).

It is evident from the water temperature data that there is a diurnal variation in water temperature of about 1°C. The water temperature increased throughout the day to peak at about 6 p.m. and then cooled during the night to a minimum temperature, usually occurring at about 7 a.m., and ranged from 8°C to 20°C in July and August of 2005 and 2006 (EBA 2008).

Further details on baseline hydrological conditions can be found in Rescan (2012).

5.3 AQUATIC RESOURCES

5.3.1 Bathymetry A bathymetric map of the lower two thirds of Matthews Lake was produced in 1983 by Hatfield consultants (Kanik and Villamere 1983, as cited in EBA 2003). The lake is relatively shallow with maximum depths up to 12 m.

5.3.2 Water Quality Water quality has been collected in the project area since 1983 in association with the Tundra and Salmita mines. Data collected by Kanik and Villamere in association with Salmita mine (1983, as cited in EBA 2003) indicated that the lakes in the area were characterized by clear, low conductivity water bodies, with low nutrients, and associated low productivity characteristic of the slave geological province. Arsenic concentrations were elevated in Russell Lake.

Water quality samples were collected by EBA for Seabridge Gold in 2004 and 2005. Four water quality sampling stations were located on Matthews Lake, one station at Courageous Lake, and one on Matthews Creek. Samples were collected twice during the open water season in both 2004 and 2005. Samples were analyzed for total and dissolved ultra-low metals (both total and dissolved), low-level nutrients, routine water, and cyanide as well as temperature, conductivity and dissolved oxygen. Consistent with previous studies in the area, the physical and chemical water quality parameters indicated that lakes in the area of the Courageous project are typical of waterbodies found within the geographical area.

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5.4 SEDIMENT QUALITY Lake sediment data was collected for Sandy, Matthews and Courageous lakes in 1983 by Kanik and Villamere (1983, as cited in EBA 2003; Table 5.4-1). Comparison of these ranges to the CCME Interim Freshwater Sediment Guidelines indicated that Matthews and Courageous Lake have relatively high arsenic levels, most likely relating to the arsenic bearing host rock in the area.

Table 5.4-1. Summary of Metal Concentrations in Lake Sediments from the Study Area

Metal Courageous Lake Matthews Lake Sandy Lake System CCME Guideline ISQG* Copper (µg/g) 3 6-92 3-92 35.7 Chromium (µg/g) 14 7-35 6-34 37.3 Arsenic (µg/g) 14 83 5-167 5.9 Zinc (µg/g) 14 17-250 9-250 123 Mercury (µg/g)

Source: Hatfield (1982); Kanik and Villamere (1983, as cited in EBA 2003). * ISQG = Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment (CCME) Interim Sediment Quality Guidelines, which correspond to threshold level effects below which adverse biological effects are not expected (2006).

5.4.1 Primary and Secondary Producers

5.4.1.1 Lake Benthos Kanik and Villamere (1983, as cited in EBA 2003) collected lake benthic data and reported that the densities of benthos in the lake systems measured during their studies were in the following ranges: Matthews Lake: 600–26,000 organisms/m2, Courageous Lake: 726 organisms/m2 (1 sample site), Sandy Lake system: 89–9,082 organisms/m2.

Kanik and Villamere also compiled summary of the lake benthic data existing for lakes in the study area. This data was collected by Environment Canada (1978) and Hatfield (1982, as cited in EBA 2003) and is presented in Table 5.4-2.

Table 5.4-2. Summary of Benthos Densities from Lakes in the Study Area

Taxonomic Group (organisms/m2) Lake Chironomidae Molluscs Oligocheates Crustaceans Tubificidae Matthews 1,000–1,500 550 200-300 < 75 350 Courageous 1,000–1,500 550 200-300 < 75 250 Sandy 1,000–1,500 1,300 200-300 < 75 500

Source: EBA (2003).

Benthic community studies conducted in Matthews Lake close to Salmita Mine in 2004 and 2005, and 2007 and 2008 indicated that community was dominated by diptera, oligocheates and gastropods (Dillon 2009).

5.4.1.2 Stream Benthos The benthic community in Matthews Creek was assessed by EBA in 2004 in conjunction with the fish habitat assessment as they are a vital part of the aquatic trophic system. The benthic fauna in Matthews Creek was comprised of mayflies (Baetidae), blackflies (Simuliidae), caddisflies (Brachycentridae) and chironomids (Chironomidae) (EBA 2004).

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The EPT (Ephemeroptera Plecoptera Trichoptera) index scored an acceptable rating (5–8 families) based on the standard method of interpretation for this rapid bioassessment approach. The EPT to total taxa ratio scored a Poor rating. However, the predominance of blackflies, and high counts of chironomids skewed this measure. Despite the EPT interpretation, the results establish a baseline for aquatic ecosystem biodiversity. Fine substrates and emergent and submerged aquatic vegetation were not sampled. It is expected that these communities, notably the macrophyte communities would contribute an abundance of large macroinvertebrate fauna such as dragonflies (Anisoptera), damselflies (Zygoptera), and aquatic beetles (Dytiscidae) (EBA 2004).

Further details on baseline aquatics conditions can be found in Rescan (2012).

5.4.2 Fish and Fish Habitat Fish and fish habitat assessments were described in relation to the Salmita Mine by Hatfield (1982, as cited in EBA 2003) and Kanik and Villamere (1983, as cited in EBA 2003). The reports found that the fish population in Matthews Lake includes lake trout (Salvelinus namaycush), lake whitefish (Coregonous clupeaformis), Arctic grayling (Thymallus arcticus), northern pike (Esox lucius), sticklebacks (Pungitius pungitius) and cisco (Coregonus artedii).

Kanik and Villamere (1983, as cited in EBA 2003) also report results from a series of smaller lakes to the east of Matthews Lake (Russell, Powdermag, Trans-Saddle, Sandy Lakes and Unnamed Lake. Most of these lakes have a less diverse fish population than Matthews Lake with diversity increasing with the size of the lake. They noted that streams in the area generally did not support fish populations. Only one stream between Unnamed Lake 3 and Sandy Lake supported juvenile lake trout and arctic grayling.

A fish habitat survey was conducted for Matthews Creek in 2004 (EBA). Habitat suitability and productive capacity of respective stream reaches was estimated based on feature characteristics and attributes. This estimate generally focused on the presence of adult holding pools, spawning gravel requirements for respective fish species, area and frequency of rearing pools, and cover in pools and riffles (habitat complexity).

Matthews Creek was shown to provide spawning and nursery habitat for Arctic grayling northern pike, longnose sucker, slimy sculpin and burbot. Stream reaches composed of large boulders and those with anastomosing islands were found to provide high quality security (rearing) habitat for Arctic grayling, with year-one Arctic grayling frequently observed in schools of 10 to 20 fish in these habitats. These reaches have a relative high proportion instream cover provided by undercut banks, boulder associated deep pools, and large interstitial niche space. Young of the year longnose sucker were visually observed and captured from marshy backwaters, while adult sucker were observed and captured most prevalently in deep runs and pools. Riverine marsh and graminoid floodplain communities, adjacent to low gradient reaches, were found to provide optimal spawning and nursery habitat for northern pike. Young of the year and year-one pike were observed and captured from shallow riverine backwaters and among partially inundated sedge and grass tussocks (EBA 2004).

Monitoring of fish habitat compensation work was carried out at Matthews Lake and Sandy Lake between 2005 and 2008, showed that six different species of fish were present in the area, including arctic grayling, lake trout, burbot, brook stickleback, longnose sucker, and spoonhead sculpin (Dillon 2009).

Further details on baseline on fish and fish habitat conditions can be found in Rescan (2012).

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5.5 SOIL AND VEGETATION A vegetative analysis was done by Matthews et al. (2001) of LandSat Scene 44-15. Table 5.5-1 summarizes the classification for the scene. This area is a reasonable classification for the proposed project area. The dominant features are heath tundra and heath boulder which cover approximately 42% of the landscape. This is followed by water at 32%. The remaining 26% are cover by the remaining 11 classifications. Descriptions of the two prominent heath features are given below.

“Heath Tundra (< 30% Rock) — This class of heath tundra is a closed mat plant community that grows on moderate to well drained soils, covering most of the upland areas. Plants generally belong to the heath family, the Ericaceae. The vegetation layer forms a mat of low shrubs dominated by dwarf birch and Labrador tea. Other common plant species include lingonberry, blueberry, crowberry, alpine milkvetch (Astragalus alpinus) and alpine azalea (Loiseleuria procumbens). Herb and moss layers are not well developed. Typical lichens include several species of Cetraria, Cladina, Cladonia and others. As a closed mat community, vegetation covers at least 70 percent of the surface of the ground.

Heath/Boulders (30–80% Boulders) — Heath with boulder fields is also an open mat plant community class. It can be distinguished from the heath/bedrock class because of the spectral differences between bedrock and boulders. Textural differences between boulders and bedrock are significant from an image analysis perspective. Differences in lichen composition and cover on boulders and bedrock outcrops also contribute to the identification of these separate classes.” (Matthews et al. 2001).

Table 5.5-1. Classification Results for Scene 44-15

Class Pixel km2 %Image Heath Tundra 12,571,706 7,857 25.06 Sedge Wetland 654,878 409 1.31 Tall Shrub 105,307 66 0.21 Spruce Forest 403,434 252 0.80 Tussock/Hummock 1,075,553 672 2.14 Lichen Veneer 1,192,518 745 2.38 Bedrock Association 95,234 59 0.19 Peat Bog 47,454 29 0.09 Birch Seep 115,841 72 0.23 Boulder Association 364,943 228 0.73 Heath Bedrock 958,757 599 1.91 Heath Boulder 8,892,438 5,557 17.73 Deep Water 11,149,699 6,968 22.23 Shallow Water 5,127,624 3,205 10.22 Unclassified 3,165,015 1,978 6.31 Total 59,838,882 31,275 100.00

Source: Matthews et al. (2001)

Further details on baseline on soil and vegetation conditions can be found in Rescan (2012).

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5.6 WILDLIFE AND HABITAT Formal studies for caribou and select carnivores were carried out in the proposed project area. Incidental sightings of the following wildlife were recorded by Kanik and Villamere (1983) and EBA (2005):

o Arctic Hare;

o Arctic Fox;

o Red Fox;

o Wolverine;

o Weasel;

o Arctic ground squirrel;

o Raptors (including Golden Eagle, Bald Eagle, Northern Harrier, Short-eared Owl, and Peregrine Falcon);

o Water fowl (including Yellow-billed Loon and White-fronted Goose);

o Migratory birds;

o Common Raven; and

o Ptarmigan.

5.6.1 Caribou and Habitat The general project area is not within the calving grounds of the Bathurst Caribou herd, but the herd does pass through the area during both its spring and fall migrations (Gunn et al. 2002). This was also observed by Kanik and Villamere (1983, as cited in EBA 2003) that noted herds of up to 2,000–3,000 animals in the area during their work in 1981 to 1983.

Four aerial caribou surveys were flown in 2004 and 2005 by EBA (September and November 2004, and July and September 2005). In September 2004, a total of 1,270 caribou were counted on transect, providing an estimated abundance of 2,778 + 629 (SE). However, no caribou were observed within the study area in November 2004. In July and September 2005, caribou abundances were estimated at 80 ± 16 (SE) and 3,272 ± 682 (SE) caribou within the study area, respectively (EBA 2005A). In 2012, two aerial caribou suveys were flown by Rescan (May and September 2012). In May 2012, three large groups and several small groups of caribou were observed during the aerial survey. A total of 567 ± 25 caribou within the study area were observed during the Spring survey and 63 caribou were observed during the Fall survey.

As expected, caribou abundance within the study area was lower during July and November surveys than compared to the September survey period when the caribou were moving through the study area towards the tree line to the south (EBA 2005A).

5.6.2 Carnivores and Habitat

5.6.2.1 Grizzly Bear Grizzly bears in the Slave Geological Province have large spatial requirements (home ranges up to 6,685 km2 for males and 2,074 km2 for females). Large ranges may put individual bears in contact with humans even when camps or mine sites are of considerable distance from the core of the home range of an animal (Kanik and Villamere 1983, as cited in EBA 2003).

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Individual ranges could encompass several camps that are tens or even hundreds of kilometres apart. Furthermore, due to the connectivity of the population in the area, localized sources of bear mortality may affect the demographics of grizzly bears in the entire region. The barren-ground grizzly bear population in the SGP is therefore highly susceptible to human activity.

Den investigations showed that eskers, although not as important for denning as what was once thought, are used for this and other purposes by grizzly bears. In addition dens have been located on heath tundra, heath tundra with > 30% boulder content, spruce forest, tall shrub riparian areas, and birch seep areas.

Prior to 2004, no official grizzly bear surveys had been undertaken though incidental sightings of grizzlies had been recorded for the region (Kanik and Villamere 1983, as cited in EBA 2003). Aerial and ground surveys were conducted in 2004 by EBA to document grizzly dens occurring on eskers and other glaciofluvial deposits within the study area.

Seven grizzly bears, two new dens, and three old bear dens were documented in 2004. Three separate observations of grizzly bears were recorded during aerial surveys, and included a single adult, one female with one cub, and one female with three cubs. Two new dens were documented as being used the previous winter and three old dens were also noted within the study area. Old and fresh grizzly bear sign were recorded and consisted of 21 bear diggings, bear tracks, and scat. In 2005, aerial surveys and ground checks were conducted as incidental wildlife work during other surveys. Five bears were observed and one old bear den that was not previously noted in 2004 was recorded. The five visual bear observations consisted of the following: one female with two cubs, one large adult male, and one adult of unknown sex. Ground surveys were not conducted as in 2004 and, consequently, bear sign was not recorded except near Treeline Lodge and the airstrip (EBA 2005A).

The grizzly bear RSA was partitioned into a study grid of 36 sample cells measuring 10 by 10 km each for a total area of 3,600 km2. This study size and the position of the cells was the same for 2010 and 2011. The size of the study area grid was larger than the average female home range (2,100 km2) but smaller than the average home range for males (7,200 km2).

5.6.2.2 Wolf Wolves in the project area tend to be migratory. Den selection is dependent on factors such as a good place to dig and reasonable access to caribou, their main food source. Wolves take advantage of eskers, ridges of gravel and sand formed by melting glaciers, to dig dens or take over dens from other wildlife such as foxes or ground squirrels. Dens not associated with a prominent esker are located in a mound of glacial-fluvial sediment that facilitated digging. Although wolves show a preference to eskers for denning wolves they are not tied to specific vegetation types for feeding as prey may occur in varied types of vegetation.

Observations of wolves, wolf activity, and wolf dens were documented as incidental information during other wildlife surveys done by EBA in 2004 and 2005. In 2004, one active den site and one inactive den site were documented. In addition, twenty-four observations of wolf sign were recorded including daybeds, scat, and tracks. In 2005, the same active den site that was recorded in 2004 was being used again in 2005. In addition, two old wolf den sites were found in 2005. Two adult wolves were observed during other wildlife work and were recorded as incidental observations.

Further details on baseline on wildlife conditions can be found in Rescan (2012).

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5.7 TRADITIONAL USE AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES The Courageous Lake Project is in the traditional lands of the Treaty 8 First Nations, the Tli Cho Nation, and the various Métis groups. There are no permanent communities in the vicinity of the Project area with the Tli Cho community of Wekweti situated approximately 90 kilometres to the west of the site, being the closest community. Aboriginal communities of Lutsel K’e, on Great Slave Lake, N’dilo, in Yellowknife and Dettah, 20 km north of Yellowknife are also associated Aboriginal settlements.

Archaeological assessment of the Courageous Lake Property was initially conducted by Points West Heritage Consulting Ltd in 2003 for Seabridge Gold Inc. and the detailed report is provided in Appendix 3. Further work has been undertaken by Rescan in 2010, 2011, and 2012. The archaeological permit reports for the 2010 and 2011 have been submitted to the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre and the 2012 archaeological permit report will be submitted upon completion.

The objectives of the 2003 archaeology program, carried out under NWT Archaeologists Permit No. 2003-943, were to determine the archaeological potential of the Courageous Lake Property and the surrounding area and to conduct ground reconnaissance in selected areas to test the potential assessments. These objectives were achieved through a combination of background research and helicopter and ground reconnaissance. The entire property and adjacent areas of interest, as identified by Seabridge Gold, were subjected to an assessment of archaeological potential. Three areas in which more advanced exploration may occur were then examined on the ground to determine the accuracy of the potential assessments. This work helped to inform further archaeological field investigations by identifying the types of landforms or areas where archaeological sites may be present.

Fourteen new archaeological sites were recorded in 2003. Four are traditional or historic sites and consist of a burial site, a partially collapsed cabin, a windbreak and a temporary camp; the latter two are likely associated with the early phase (1940s) of mining exploration. The other ten sites consist of varying quantities of stone tools and/or the fragments (flakes) removed in the process of manufacturing stone tools. These sites are judged to be prehistoric (before written records) and include isolated finds, lithic scatters, and a camp. One site is suggestive of the Arctic Small Tool tradition, which dates in this region to approximately 2,500 to 3,500 years BP (before present). The remaining prehistoric sites most likely relate to the period from about 2,500 to 150 years BP.

In 2010, Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. undertook further archaeology baseline studies for the Courageous Lake Project under a NWT Class 2 Archaeologist’s Permit 2010-015. These studies were completed with First Nations assistants and included assessment of five proposed drill pad locations, a proposed ice road, and areas of proposed mine site infrastructure. The exact mine site plan had not been determined, so the study focused on potential locations of infrastructure to assist with mine site design. Thirty-three new archaeological sites were recorded and four rock cairn sites of unknown age were observed in 2010. Of the new archaeological sites recorded, thirty-two were prehistoric sites, the majority of these being lithic scatter sites, and one was a historic campsite. Preliminary findings were shown to Aboriginal groups during the 2010 field season (Plate 5.7-1). In addition, nine previously recorded sites in the Project area were revisited and found to be in good condition. There were no archaeological sites found to be in conflict with the proposed drill pad locations. Several sites were found to be in potential conflict or in close proximity to the proposed winter road but as the Project was in the design phase, no impacts were anticipated. Further details on baseline on archaeological conditions can be found in Rescan (2012).

In 2011, Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. continued archaeology baseline studies for the Courageous Lake Project under a NWT Class 2 Archaeologist’s Permit 2011-006. These studies were completed with First Nations assistants and included assessment of seven proposed drill pad locations, a wind farm area, three dam locations, a magazine storage area, explosive manufacturing facility area, a 6 km

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stretch of road, a tailings and waste rock storage facility, an ammonium nitrate storage area, general infrastructure areas, and the proposed open pit area. The exact mine site plan had not been determined, so the study focused on potential infrastructure locations to assist with the planning of the on-going exploration program to minimize impacts. a) b)

Plate 5.7-1. Examples of an arrowhead (a) and an archaeological site (b) shown to Aboriginal group members during the 2010 community site tours.

The 2011 field work resulted in the recording of 55 new archaeological sites including 32 lithic sites, 13 rock cairns, one rock feature site, eight multi-component sites (containing a combination of lithics, rock cairns, other rock alignments, and/or historic features), and one site containing a modified piece of caribou antler. Additionally one previously recorded site (LbNw-3) containing two grave sites was revisited and found to be in good condition and is outside of the development areas with no impacts anticipated.

In 2012, Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. continued archaeology baseline studies for the Courageous Lake Project under a NWT Class 2 Archaeologist’s Permit 2012-002. These studies were completed with First Nations assistants and included assessment of proposed drill pad locations, an airstrip expansion, waste rock storage facility areas, and general infrastructure areas. As the results from these assessments are currently being processed, details regarding new archaeological sites recorded during the 2012 field season are not yet available. As the exact mine site plan had not been finalized, the study focused on potential infrastructure locations to assist with on-going planning of the exploration program to minimize impacts.

Through the archaeological investigations carried out in 2003, 2010, 2011, and 2012, it has been determined that the Project area contains many areas of high archaeological potential. Prehistoric, historic and traditional sites could occur throughout the study area, but are most likely to be associated with slightly elevated terrain on medium and large lakes, on bedrock ridges, and knolls, and in association with eskers. Such landforms should be subjected to detailed ground reconnaissance in advance of any exploration or development activity. Additional archaeological studies are planned for 2013.

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6. Potential Environmental Effects and Mitigation Measures

6.1 NOISE DISTURBANCE Ambient noise levels associated with camp facilities, drilling activities, as well as fixed wing and helicopter operations will be expected to continue at minimal levels for this permit renewal period. Such noise levels are typically short in duration and limited to small areas of the project site. The period of operation is expected to be from May to October. The level of activity will consists of up to three operating drills and a maximum of 49 persons on-site at any given time.

Past and on-going operations in the area are not believed to have created an acoustic impact on wildlife. This continued operation is not expected to significantly change the existing situation. Periods of more extensive drilling activity, which could disturb wildlife, will be appropriately scheduled to minimize the impact on wildlife. For example, if large concentrations of migrating caribou arrive on-site during the drilling operations, the operating schedule will be adjusted to avoid impacts on their migration.

6.2 AIR QUALITY Due to the relatively small scale and compressed annual schedule of the prescribed drilling program at the project site, it is not anticipated that air quality will be significantly impacted. Air quality impacts at the site may include fuel combustion from the use of drilling and transportation equipment; minimal dust generation from road and airstrip use; and particulates released from the garbage incinerator.

6.3 LAND DISTURBANCE

6.3.1 Permafrost No significant or long-term impact on permafrost is anticipated from the prescribed drilling program. The standard practice is to complete all drilling on wooden platforms to distribute the weight over the permafrost area in order to better protect it. Drill holes penetrating the permafrost layer will degrade the layer in a local area. However, after abandonment of the site, all conditions that would inhibit the reversal of this degradation will be eliminated.

6.3.2 Groundwater The Courageous Lake Project is in a zone of continuous permafrost, consequently groundwater is restricted to deeper parts of the stratigraphy. Geologic units in the area are steeply dipping and this drilling program is designed to intersect these units at an acute angle. This should minimize the potential for artesian water escaping the drill holes. In the event that artesian waters are encountered in a drill hole, abandonment procedures will include plugging off the groundwater course and eliminating the discharge of groundwater from the drill hole collar.

Extensive drilling in the past has not identified any conflicts with groundwater. Monitoring was initiated in 2010 to better characterize the location of groundwater, its characteristics, and abundance in the area.

6.3.3 Vegetation Drilling operations at the Courageous Lake Project are not anticipated to create significant long term impacts on vegetation. During periods of operation during the summer months, some disturbance to the

SEABRIDGE GOLD INC. 6-1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION IN SUPPORT OF A CLASS “A” LAND USE PERMIT natural vegetation will occur in the areas surrounding the drill exploration sites. After abandoning a site, clean-up work will be designed to promote the restoration of the site compatible with the original undisturbed conditions. Re-vegetation will be conducted on sites that will require this type of mitigation. A log of all activities at each site is maintained.

6.4 AQUATIC RESOURCES

6.4.1 Water Quality No discharge of water is anticipated in the proposed drilling program at the Courageous Lake Project. Water used in the drilling process is collected or channelled away from lakes and watercourses.

6.4.2 Fish and Fish Habitat There is little potential to impact fish habitat from the proposed program. Drilling operations will not use toxic additives and drill fluids will not be discharged into lakes or watercourses. Careful design of sites, placement of petroleum products on sites and limited supplies on drill sites will minimize the potential for contamination from fuels. In conjunction with an effective spill contingency plan and an active training program, drilling activities will have little impact on fish habitat.

6.5 WILDLIFE A wildlife management plan was developed for Seabridge by Rescan in 2010, and was updated in October 2012 and is adhered to during the drilling program (Appendix 4). In addition to this plan, the following precautions will be taken throughout the program to minimize disturbance.

6.5.1 Caribou During periods of migration in the spring and fall restrictions on the elevation of helicopter flying will be put in place and crews will be kept informed of activity so that contact with caribou herds will be limited. In addition hunting by workers will be prohibited.

6.5.2 Grizzly Bear The project area has a high percentage of area suitable for grizzly denning and the presence of this species will be taken into account in the planning of activities associated with the exploration program. In particular training relating to Bear Safety will be part of the safety program for the project. On-going wildlife studies will help ensure that bear activity is examined and monitored in the project area.

6.6 ARCHAEOLOGY It is understood that archaeological sites are protected by legislation and no development is permitted within 30 m. If an unknown site is accidentally encountered during exploration efforts the chance find procedure included in Appendix 5 will be activated and the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre (PWNHC) will be contacted.

6.7 IMPLEMENTATION OF MONITORING PLANS The environmental baseline studies currently being undertaken by Seabridge will continue through until December 2013. Upon completion of the baseline studies the need for an on-going monitoring program will be assessed and developed as needed.

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7. Government Engagement

Engagement with relevant Federal and local government institutions regarding various aspects of the project has been on-going (Appendix 6). Such institutions included: the MacKenzie Valley Land and Water Board (MVLWB), Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC) formerly INAC, Wekèezhìi Renewable Resources Board (WRRB), Aurora Research Institute (ARI), Northwest Territories Environment and Natural Resources (ENR), Department of Fisheries (DFO), Northwest Territories Department of Education, Culture and Employment, Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre and administrations of the Akaitcho Pre-screening Board and the Akaitcho IMA Office, the Dene Nation, Yellowknives Dene, Lutsel K’e Dene, Tli Cho, North Slave Métis Alliance and Northwest Territory Métis Nation.

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8. Community Engagement

The responsibility to consult with the various Aboriginal groups within the NWT lies with the Crown. In this regard, Seabridge sought direction from both the Federal Government in the form of the AANDC and the Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board (MVLWB) on which communities/Aboriginal organizations should be contacted to inform them of the Courageous Lake Project prior to submission of the Land Use Permit Application. The Crown identified the following groups and delegated to Seabridge the responsibility to share project information:

o Yellowknives Dene First Nation (Dettah and N’dilo);

o Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation;

o Tli Cho Nation;

o North Slave Métis Alliance (NSMA);

o Northwest Territory Métis Nation (NWTMN); and

o Akaitcho Pre-screening Board — Akaitcho IMA Office.

Throughout the process of engagement, Seabridge ensured that representatives of the INAC Crown Consultation unit and the MVLWB were fully informed of their activities.

8.1 HISTORICAL COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Engagement on this project began on October 20, 2003 with the distribution of an introductory letter to the Dogrib Treaty 11 Tribal Council, the Dogrib Rae Band, the Dechi Laot’i First Nation, the Gameti First Nation Band, the Wha Ti First Nation, the Yellowknives Dene First Nation (Dettah and N’dilo) and the North Slave Métis Alliance. Concerns by the Yellowknives Dene were addressed in a follow-up meeting. Meetings were also conducted with the MVLWB, Mineral Development Advisory Committee, AANDC, North Slave Métis Alliance, Dogrib Treaty 11 and the Yellowknives Dene First Nation in November 2003 (EBA 2003).

Three aspects of community engagement were undertaken by Seabridge Gold in support of the Courageous Lake Gold project in 2004. In Phase 1, Seabridge Gold Inc., Points North Heritage Consulting Ltd., and EBA Engineering Consultants Ltd., conducted meetings to discuss the Courageous Lake Gold project, the proposed drilling program, archaeological findings and to initiate meaningful consultation with four aboriginal organizations: North Slave Métis Alliance, Dogrib Treaty 11 Council, Yellowknives Dene First Nation and the Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation (EBA 2004). Phase 2 encompassed the review and approval of three research licenses and a successful site tour to the Courageous Lake Gold property. The North Slave Métis Alliance, the Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation, the Dogrib Treaty 11 Council (Tli Cho) and Yellowknives Dene First Nationwere involved these activities. The information sharing between Seabridge, EBA and the Aboriginal groups enhanced the knowledge base for all participants in the site tour. The participating Aboriginal groups appreciated the pace of the site tours, which allowed time for the members to observe the mining operations and ask relevant questions, in relation to their traditional knowledge (EBA 2004). Phase 3 took place in the fall of 2004 in the form of follow-up community meetings for all the Aboriginal groups.

Between 2006, after the conclusion of drilling activities at the site, and 2011, environmental programs were conducted at the site and reports of these were submitted annually to the Aurora Research Institute, who in turn provided the reports to interested Aboriginal groups.

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8.2 CURRENT/FUTURE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Seabridge continued engagement with Aboriginal groups in April 2010 with a letter of introduction concerning the resumption of drilling activities (Appendix 7-1). Aboriginal groups were given the opportunity to raise questions and provide recommendations on the proposed environmental studies during their review of the scientific research and archaeological permits that were applied for and obtained by the company conducting Environmental and Archaeological Baseline studies for Seabridge (Appendix 7-2). These permits included:

o Aurora Research Institute Permits;

o Archaeological Permit;

o Wildlife Research Permits; and

o Fisheries Permits.

Each of these permit applications included a community engagement phase with the various Aboriginal groups. During this phase numerous questions were raised. All questions and recommendations on the proposed field work were considered and responded to by Seabridge.

Community site visits were arranged during the week of August 31 to September 3, 2010 and attended by representatives of the Yellowknives Dene, Lutsel K’e Dene, Tli Cho Nation and North Slave Métis Alliance (Plate 8.2-1; Appendix 7-3). Representatives of the Northwest Territory Métis Nation were unable to participate due to prior commitments. An invitation was extended to them to visit the site in 2011. The Akaitcho Interim Measures Agreement Implementation Office forwarded the invitation to the Lutsel K’e Dene. No response was received from the Dene Nation, however, representatives from the Dene Nation Chiefs council and associated groups were present at the site tours. Chief Football and Chief Chocolate represented the Tli Cho, Chief Antoine Michel represented the Lutsel K’e Dene and representatives appointed by Chief Tsetta and Chief Sangris were present from the Yellowknives Dene.

During the tour, the community members were informed about the current exploration activities, with maps presented to the various members highlighting areas of importance. The groups each visited the camp facilities being operated by Seabridge and then did a helicopter fly over tour of our drilling facilities (three drill rigs). Additionally, information on the existing on-going environmental baseline programs was provided with emphasis placed on the wildlife and archaeological programs. Discussions were cordial and informative and significant concerns of any type were not raised by the various community members. During the visits, several members commented that they were surprised by the fact that Seabridge was not operating a “mine” given that they were under the impression that they were to visit a “mine site”. The site visits concluded with a request by Seabridge for an invitation from the various communities for a visit in late November 2010 to present the results of the 2010 Environmental Baseline studies (Appendix 7-4).

Site visit with various Aboriginal groups to familiarize them with the proposed Courageous Lake Project took place from August 22 to August 25, 2011 (Plate 8.2-2). During the visit the members saw key features that included the existing airstrip, former Salmita mine site, overview of the proposed FAT deposit area, waste rock and tailings management area, wind farm and existing exploration camp. Stationary wildlife cameras and proposed camp area were also observed. Similarly, an additional round of site visits was completed during the week of August 27 to 31, 2012 (Plate 8.2-3). Participants included the Lutsel K’e Dene, Yellowknives Dene, NSMA, NWTMN, and Tli Cho Nation. The recorded communication with Aboriginal groups is presented in Appendix 7-5.

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Plate 8.2-2. Courageous Lake community site visits, 2011: (a) Northwest Territory Metis Nation (August 23, 2011); (b) Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation (August 25, 2011).

Seabridge is committed to engaging in an open and honest manner with the local Aboriginal groups and will be seeking to solicit their input on proposed mine development scenarios after the engineering work updated based on new exploration information from the exploration program.

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a) b)

c) d)

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Seabridge also considered, during the development of its work program, the potential socio-economic aspects of its program. As a result, Seabridge made the decision to hire a locally based helicopter company, Trinity Helicopters, for the 2010 and 2011. Additionally, Seabridge directed its environmental consultant and camp provision support company to hire field assistants for the environmental work from the various Aboriginal groups (Appendix 7-6). As a result, upwards of 10 local Aboriginal people held employment between June thru early September cutting core, and 5 to 8 people worked part time as environmental field assistants during the 2011 and 2012 field season. In 2012, Seabridge went out to tender on the helicopter contract, the catering contract and the camp medic contract. Competitive bids were not received from any First Nation businesses.

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Appendix 1 Spill Contingency Plan, June 2012

Courageous Lake Project: Emergency Plan for Spills

June 2012

Any correspondence related to this Plan should be forwarded to: Seabridge Gold Inc. 106 Front Street East, Suite 400 Toronto, Ontario M5A 1E1 Tel: 416‐367‐9292 Fax: 416‐367‐2711

Attention: Stephanie Autut, Manager, Environmental Affairs ‐ NT

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Purpose of Plan The purpose of this Emergency Plan for Spills (Plan) is to provide a plan of action for all spills of hazardous materials that may occur at Seabridge Gold Inc.’s (Seabridge) Courageous Lake Project Site while conducting localized exploration activities. This plan clearly defines the responsibility of key personnel and outlines procedures to effectively and efficiently contain and recover spills of hazardous materials. Petroleum products and hazardous materials that are considered in this Plan include:  Diesel fuel  Jet “A” fuel  Gasoline  Hydraulic oil  Motor oil  Propane

1.2 Seabridge Gold Inc. Environmental Policy It is the policy of Seabridge to comply with all existing laws and regulations to help ensure the protection of the environment. Seabridge cooperates with other groups committed to protecting the environment and ensures that employees, government and the public are informed on the procedures to follow to help protect the environment.

1.3 Regulations This plan was designed to meet the requirements of Environment Canada for an emergency plan under subsection 30(2) of the Storage Tank Systems for Petroleum Products and Allied Petroleum Products Regulations (SOR/2008-197).

1.4 Revisions and Distribution of Plan This plan is kept up to date by Seabridge. Updates to the Plan are made based on relevant changes to applicable regulations, site activities and petroleum storage facilities.

Distribution of the Plan includes:  On-site Coordinator (Matrix Aviation)  Environmental Advisor (Rescan Environmental Services Ltd.)  Project Manager (Seabridge)  Courageous Lake Project Camp Office (known as Matrix Office)  Courageous Lake Project Operations Office (known as Seabridge Office)  Seabridge Head Office - Toronto

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2.0 SITE CHARACTERISTICS

2.1 General Site Description Courageous Lake is approximately 240 km northeast of Yellowknife, NT (Figure 1). The project area includes the full service Courageous Lake Project Camp (Camp), formerly Treeline Lodge, two steel buildings remaining from the Salmita (Coreland) mining operation and the Tundra Airfield. Large-volume petroleum storage sites were installed in 2012 at Coreland and the Camp to service exploration activities for the Courageous Lake Project. Figures 2 and 3 show where these tanks were installed in relation to these local sites. Temporary work sites and drill locations will not be used for fuel storage. The location of these and other hazardous material storage locations at the Camp and at Coreland are shown in Plates 1 and 2, respectively.

Plate 1. Hazardous Material Stored at the Camp.

The terrain in the location of the fuel tanks is relatively flat and the double walled tanks are located within a bermed area. Drums of gasoline are located within bermed areas separate from the bermed area for the fuel tanks. Plates 3 and 4 show the location of these tanks in relation to facilities and water bodies. Jet A fuel will be transferred to a 65,000 L tank located at the helipad. This tank is located 335 m from the nearest camp building, 335 m from the other fuel tank (diesel) and 355 m from the nearest water body (Matthews Lake). At camp, diesel fuel will be transferred to a 75,000 L tank located 160 m from the nearest camp building, 300 m from the nearest water body and 335 m from the other fuel tank (Jet A). A second diesel fuel tank is located at Coreland which is more than 3 km from any habitation or water body. Additional photographs of the fuel storage tanks are provided in Appendix 1. The tanks storing these fuels are described in Table 1.

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Plate 2. Hazardous Material Stored at Coreland.

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487300 487350 487400 487450 487500 487550 ± Drillers Fluids and Supplies 7108450 7108450

Storage for Hydraulic Oils, Motor Oils, Glycol

!( Diesel Tank 7108400 7108400

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!( 7108350 7108350 Jet A Tank Jet A Helicopter Refueling

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1:1,250 0 25 50 7108300 7108300 Meters Projection: UTM12, NAD83

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Meters Projection: UTM12, NAD83

487800 487900 488000 488100 488200 488300 Figure 3 Figure Figure 3 Coreland

Plate 3. Fuel Storage Tanks at the Courageous Lake Camp (formerly Tree Line Lodge)

Plate 4. Fuel Storage Tank at Coreland (formerly Salmita Mine)

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Table 1. Bulk Fuel Storage Tanks Tank Name Courageous Helipad Courageous Camp Coreland Jet A Fuel Tank Diesel Fuel Tank Diesel Fuel Tank Owner of Storage Tank Seabridge Gold Seabridge Gold Seabridge Gold Storage Tank System Matrix Aviation Matrix Aviation Matrix Aviation Operator Solutions Ltd. Solutions Ltd. Solutions Ltd. Type of Product Jet A fuel Diesel fuel Diesel fuel Location (UTM, NAD-83, Treeline Lodge Treeline Lodge Salmita 12N) 0487544, 7108354 0487454, 7108404 0488140, 7105670 Period in Service February to October February to October February to October Year of Installation 2012 2012 2012 Tank Type Shop fabricated Shop fabricated Shop fabricated aboveground tank, aboveground tank, aboveground tank, horizontal double wall horizontal double wall horizontal double wall Nominal Capacity 65,000 L 75,000 L 75,000 L Tank’s ULC Number ULC-S601-07 ULC-S601-07 ULC-S601-07 Tank Construction Steel Steel Steel Corrosion Protection White polyurethane White urethane White urethane topcoat (spectracron topcoat topcoat 370) Type of Secondary Horizontal integrated Horizontal integrated Horizontal integrated Containment containment containment containment Type of Overfill Protection 3” Clay & Bailey overfill 3” Clay & Bailey 3” Clay & Bailey valve leading to 20 L overfill valve leading to overfill valve leading to container 20 L container 20 L container

Piping Painted steel with Painted steel with Painted steel with stainless steel stainless steel stainless steel expansion joints expansion joints expansion joints Secondary Containment for Bermed area. Bermed area. Bermed area. Piping Construction is granular Construction is Construction is stone mix. granular stone mix. granular stone mix. Type of Spill Containment Spill kit Spill kit Spill kit Devices

Description of Product Portable and stationary Portable and Portable and Transfer Areas berms used in all stationary berms used stationary berms used refueling operations in all refueling in all refueling operations operations Type of Leak Detection Visual inspection Visual inspection Visual inspection

2.3 Greywater and Sewage Adequate greywater and sewage facilities are maintained at the Camp and Coreland. No other facilities will be required. 3.0 RESPONSE ORGANIZATION In the event of a hazardous materials spill on the Courageous Lake Project site, Seabridge will follow a defined response and notification procedure (Figure 4).

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Figure 4. Emergency Response and Notification Procedure

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3.1 Emergency Response Team The Project Manager, in cooperation with the On-site Coordinator and the Seabridge On- site Operational Lead will communicate the Plan for Courageous Lake to Site Personnel. The On-site Coordinator will be the initial contact for the Spill Response Team.

Role Responsible Party On-site Coordinator Matrix - Camp Manager On-site Operational Lead Seabridge - Project Geologist Project Manager Seabridge - Manager, Environmental Affairs - NT Management Team Seabridge - VP, Environmental Affairs Representative

The responsibilities of the On-site Coordinator are: 1. Assume complete authority over the spill area and coordinate the actions of site personnel. 2. Evaluate spill. 3. Report the spill to the Project Manager and solicit advice from Project Manager and Seabridge On-site Operational Lead as needed and develop overall plan of response. 4. Activate the Plan. 5. Mobilize personnel and equipment to the site of spill and work cooperatively with personnel to manage spill. 6. Obtain additional manpower, equipment and materials if not available on site.

The responsibilities of the Seabridge On-site Operation Lead are: 1. Work with On-site Coordinator to support response activities. 2. Act as the liaison between the Project Manager and the On-site Coordinator as needed.

The responsibilities of the Project Manager are: 1. Notify the NT 24hr Spill Report Line (867) 920-8130 immediately of any fuel spill greater than 100 L. 2. Provide technical advice on the probable environmental effects from the spill. 3. Provide advice to the On-site Coordinator for spill response procedures. 4. Assist in developing any sampling, testing or monitoring parameters for soil and/or water directly affected by the spill. 5. Provide regulatory agencies with information regarding the status of response actions. 6. Act as a spokesperson on behalf of Seabridge Gold Inc. with the public. 7. Prepare and submit a report on the spill incident to regulatory agencies within 30 days of the event, or as otherwise required by agencies. 8. Notify and keep informed the Management Team representative of incident.

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The responsibilities of the Management Team representative are: 1. Provide Seabridge Management with information regarding the status of response actions. 2. Provide the Project Manager with support to complete their responsibilities.

3.2 Contact Numbers Additional contact numbers that could be valuable in an emergency include the following:

Contact Telephone Number Stanton Regional Hospital in Yellowknife 867-669-4111 Poison Control Centres 800-267-1373 Seabridge Gold – Toronto 416-367-9292 Stephanie Autut – Seabridge 780-242-8557 Brent Murphy – Seabridge 867-445-5553 AANDC 24 Hour Line 897-669-2760 NT 24 Hour Spill Line 867-920-8130 Environment Canada – David Tilden 897-669-4760 Matrix Aviation 867-766-3134 Yellowknife Fire Department 867-873-2222 Yellowknife RCMP 867-669-1111 4.0 REPORTING PROCEDURES The On-site Coordinator must be notified immediately of any spill, either by phone, radio or in person. The On-site Coordinator must initiate the level of on-site action required to respond to the spill. The contact numbers for the Spill Response Team at the Courageous Lake site are: 403-692-3895 or 403-692-3898. The On-site Coordinator must notify the Project Manager within 1 hour of the spill, and confirmation of the communication must be received.

The Project Manager is to evaluate the nature of the spill with the On-Site Coordinator and report the spill as required by regulation. The procedure for reporting a spill is: 1. Report immediately to the 24hr Spill Report Line at (867) 920-8130. 2. Fill out the NT Spill Report Form (Appendix 2) and fax to (867) 873-6924 or e-mail to [email protected]

For spills that go beyond the containment area (i.e., into the environment) notification to Environment Canada must be made by way of a follow up report. 5.0 EMERGENCY RESPONSE MEASURES

5.1 Containment Measure for Petroleum Products In the event of a spill, stop the flow of petroleum products and eliminate any ignition sources, if possible. Never smoke when dealing with these materials and instruct others

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in the area to refrain from smoking. Individuals who do not make up a part of the Spill Response Team are to leave the area immediately.

5.1.1 Spill on Soil, Gravel, Rock or Vegetation The following actions should be taken when there is a spill on soil, gravel, rock or vegetation:  Build a containment berm using soil material or snow and place a plastic tarp at the foot of the berm for easy capture of the spill after all vapors have dissipated.  Remove the spill by using absorbent pads and/or by excavating the soil, gravel or snow.  If soil, gravel, or vegetation must be removed, contact regulatory agencies for approval before commencing with the removal.  Remove the spill splashed on vegetation using particulate absorbent material.  Larger spills can be removed by pumping the spill into labeled 205 L drums.

5.1.2 Spill on Water The following actions should be taken when there is a spill on water:  Use a containment boom to capture spill for recovery after vapors have dissipated.  Use absorbent pads to capture small spills.  Use a skimmer for larger spills.

5.1.3 Spills on Ice The following actions should be taken when there is a spill on ice:  Build a containment berm around the spill using snow.  Remove the spill using absorbent pads or particulate absorbent material.  The contaminated ice and snow must be scraped and shoveled into plastic buckets with lids, 205 L drums, and/or polypropylene bags.

5.1.4 Storage and Transfer The following actions should be taken to store and transfer contaminated materials:  All contaminated water, ice, snow, soil, and clean up supplies will be stored in closed, labeled containers. All containers will be stored in a well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials until such time as they can be properly disposed.

5.1.5 Disposal The following actions should be taken in order to properly dispose of contaminated materials:  Contact Federal and Territorial regulatory agencies to identify appropriate disposal methods before disposing of contaminated material. 5.2 Mitigation Methods for Propane

If possible and safe to do so, eliminate all ignition sources in the vicinity of a propane leak. It is not safe to capture and contain a propane leak and attempts to do so are strictly prohibited. Maintain a constant watch on the malfunctioning propane equipment and Page 12

discontinue work in the area until the product has disbursed. Individuals who do not make up a part of the Spill Response Team are to leave the area immediately. Contact regulatory agencies to identify an appropriate disposal site for the defective equipment. 6.0 PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT RESOURCES

6.1 Personnel In addition to the On-Site Coordinator, it is anticipated that from 5 to 12 additional personnel will be on site for Seabridge and with contract service providers the number of personnel on site could reach 50 people. In the event of a hazardous materials spill any and all personnel on site would be available to manage and mitigate the situation. The On-Site Coordinator will conduct training for all personnel working on the Courageous Lake Project Site. Only those people designated by the On-site Coordinator should assist in field response.

6.2 Fire Suppression Equipment A variety of hand tools are kept on site to aid in the mitigation of a hazardous materials spill. Fire suppression at each fuel storage tank consists of a fire extinguisher.

A wheeled fire extinguisher charged with Purple-K dry chemical extinguishing agent (model Red Line 350-D) is to be located at the Camp. This item is on order for delivery in August 2012.

6.3 Spill Kit Seabridge maintains Spill Kits directly on site. Another Spill Kit is maintained near the steel buildings at Coreland. Additional small Spill Kits are available for distribution to remote work sites where a potential for a hazardous materials spill exists.

6.3.1 Principal Spill Kit The primary hazardous material Spill Kit (Spilkleen CSK45U) is located in the generator shack and is inspected monthly to ensure it remains fully stocked. This kit contains:  50 sorbent pads  3 sorbent socks - 10’  5 sorbent socks - 4’  1 drain cover  1 pair of gloves  1 pair goggles  1 Tyvek suit  3 disposal bags

6.3.2 Remote Spill Kits The remote Spill Kits are inspected monthly and contain the following:  1 - 20 L plastic pail with removable lid  Polyethylene bags

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 3/8 in adsorbent pads 7.0 TRAINING The Emergency Plan for Spills is available to all Seabridge personnel as a guide for spill response procedures. The On-Site Coordinator will conduct training in emergency procedures and familiarize all personnel with equipment and procedures before the start of a program at the Courageous Lake Project Site. This training will include instruction in the safe operation of equipment and tools to minimize the potential for a hazardous materials spill, operational procedures to limit potential for and impact of spills and response actions in the event of a spill. Monthly safety discussions and training will be conducted so that all personnel are aware of potential hazards in the on-going work programs, the location of work programs in relation to emergency equipment and are proficient in the skills required to respond to a hazardous materials spill. 8.0 POTENTIAL SPILL ANALYSIS Two spill scenarios for the Fuel Storage Tanks at the Courageous Lake Project site are considered: 1) fuel spill within secondary containment area, and 2) fuel spill beyond secondary containment.

8.1 Loss of Secondary Containment The on-site bulk fuel storage tanks have built-in secondary containment and the tanks are located within a bermed area. Secondary containment is built according to standards and best practices for tank storage. The low point of the bermed area is accessible for pumping to recover pooled product should secondary containment fail and a spill occur.

Secondary containment at each site provides a safe level of total storage capacity for each fuel tank:

Location Tank Capacity Total Containment Capacity Diesel Fuel Tank – Courageous Lake 75,000 L 82,500 L Project Camp Jet A Fuel Tank – Courageous Lake 65,000 L 71,500 L Project Helicopter Pad Diesel Fuel Tank - Coreland 75,000 L 82,500 L

The capacity of secondary containment makes it unlikely that any spill will go beyond secondary containment. The following principles can be followed when encountering the spill to the ground:  Always be alert and consider your safety first.  If possible, identify the material that has been spilled.  Assess the hazard of people in the vicinity of the spill.  If possible, without further assistance, control danger to human life.  Assess if the spill can be stopped or brought under control at the source (e.g., valve shut off).

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 If possible, safely try to stop the flow of material to minimize potential for further spill to containment area.  Immediately report the spill to the On-site Coordinator.  Resume any effective action to contain, mitigate, or terminate the flow of the spilled material under direction of the On-Site Coordinator.

8.2 Fuel Spill beyond Bermed Area The fuel storage tanks have built-in secondary containment and are located within bermed areas, making fuel spills beyond these bermed areas very unlikely to occur. However, should a spill occur beyond the bermed area the volumes are likely to be small enough for effective response using spill kits. Spills outside of secondary containment are possible during refueling operations, however, procedures are in place for refueling and refueling is undertaken by personnel trained to stop the refueling when a leak or spill is detected. The refueling operations are performed within a stationary or portable berm to further contain any spills during fuel transfer.

The most likely cause of a spill leading to loss of containment is from human error. The product would be Jet A or diesel fuel, depending on the tank. Maximum volumes of Jet A are 65,000 L and 75,000 L of diesel. Should these tanks rupture (including secondary containment loss) the estimated time to spill these tanks is about 1 hour, although this estimate will vary depending on the nature and severity of the rupture of piping or valves.

The tanks near the Camp are within 300 m and 355 m of Matthews Lake. The direction of a large spill would be towards the lake and could impact soil, vegetation, human habitation and the lake.

The estimated response time is about 15 minutes, as these tanks are located near a staffed camp.

Should a spill occur beyond the bermed areas, the following tools could be deployed:  Principal spill kit  Retention booms  Particulate absorbent  Wheeled fire extinguisher to spill site (anticipated to arrive on site in August 2012)

Breaks in piping or valves would be repaired to stem or stop the source of the leak, if possible. The contents of the tank could be partially transferred to 205 L drums if deemed necessary. Regular, contracted, fixed-wing charter aircraft from Yellowknife with access to Edmonton could bring additional labour and equipment on a priority basis if required.

Impacted soil would be excavated and stored in labeled drums for off-site disposal at a certified facility following receipt of necessary approvals to do so. Resources are available on site for environmental sampling of soil and water to assist in determining follow up actions that may be required to evaluate potential environmental impacts.

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9.0 BIBLIOGRPAHY

Storage Tank Systems for Petroleum Products and Allied Petroleum Products Regulations (SOR/2008-197).

NWT ENR. 2011. A Guide to the Spill Contingency Planning and Reporting Regulations. Prepared by NWT Environment and Natural Resources. Updated 2011.

INAC. 2007. Guidelines for Spill Contingency Planning. Prepared by the Water Resources Division.

Tibbitt to Contwoyto Winter Road Joint Venture. 2006. Winter Road Emergency Response/Spill Contingency Plan.

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APPENDIX 1 PICTURES OF FUEL STORAGE TANKS

Diesel Fuel Storage Tank - Courageous Lake Project Camp

Jet A Fuel Storage Tank - Courageous Lake Project Helipad

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Diesel Fuel Storage Tank – Coreland

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APPENDIX 2 NT SPILL REPORT FORM

NT-NU 24-HOUR SPILL REPORT LINE NT-NU SPILL REPORT TEL: (867) 920-8130 FAX: (867) 873-6924 OIL, GASOLINE, CHEMICALS AND OTHER HAZARDOUS MATERIALS EMAIL: [email protected]

REPORT LINE USE ONLY REPORT DATE: MONTH – DAY – YEAR REPORT TIME £ ORIGINAL SPILL REPORT, A REPORT NUMBER OR OCCURRENCE DATE: MONTH – DAY – YEAR OCCURRENCE TIME ______£ UPDATE # ____-______B TO THE ORIGINAL SPILL REPORT

LAND USE PERMIT NUMBER (IF APPLICABLE) WATER LICENCE NUMBER (IF APPLICABLE) C

GEOGRAPHIC PLACE NAME OR DISTANCE AND DIRECTION FROM NAMED LOCATION REGION

D £ NWT £ NUNAVUT £ ADJACENT JURISDICTION OR OCEAN LATITUDE LONGITUDE

E DEGREES MINUTES SECONDS DEGREES MINUTES SECONDS RESPONSIBLE PARTY OR VESSEL NAME RESPONSIBLE PARTY ADDRESS OR OFFICE LOCATION F

ANY CONTRACTOR INVOLVED CONTRACTOR ADDRESS OR OFFICE LOCATION G

PRODUCT SPILLED QUANTITY IN LITRES, KILOGRAMS OR CUBIC METRES U.N. NUMBER

H SECOND PRODUCT SPILLED (IF APPLICABLE) QUANTITY IN LITRES, KILOGRAMS OR CUBIC METRES U.N. NUMBER

SPILL SOURCE SPILL CAUSE AREA OF CONTAMINATION IN SQUARE METRES I

FACTORS AFFECTING SPILL OR RECOVERY DESCRIBE ANY ASSISTANCE REQUIRED HAZARDS TO PERSONS, PROPERTY OR ENVIRONMENT J

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, COMMENTS, ACTIONS PROPOSED OR TAKEN TO CONTAIN, RECOVER OR DISPOSE OF SPILLED PRODUCT AND CONTAMINATED MATERIALS

REPORTED TO SPILL LINE BY POSITION EMPLOYER LOCATION CALLING FROM TELEPHONE L

ANY ALTERNATE CONTACT POSITION EMPLOYER ALTERNATE CONTACT ALTERNATE TELEPHONE

M LOCATION REPORT LINE USE ONLY

RECEIVED AT SPILL LINE BY POSITION EMPLOYER LOCATION CALLED REPORT LINE NUMBER

N STATION OPERATOR YELLOWKNIFE, NT (867) 920-8130

LEAD AGENCY £ EC £ CCG £ GNWT £ GN £ ILA £ INAC £ NEB £ TC SIGNIFICANCE £ MINOR £ MAJOR £ UNKNOWN FILE STATUS £ OPEN £ CLOSED

AGENCY CONTACT NAME CONTACT TIME REMARKS

LEAD AGENCY

FIRST SUPPORT AGENCY

SECOND SUPPORT AGENCY

THIRD SUPPORT AGENCY

PAGE 1 OF ______Material Safety Data Sheet DIESEL FUEL

1 . Product and company identification Product name : DIESEL FUEL Synonym : Seasonal Diesel, #1 Diesel, #2 Heating Oil, #1 Heating Oil, D50, D60, P40, P50, Arctic Diesel, Farm Diesel, Marine Diesel, Low Sulphur Diesel, LSD, Ultra Low Sulphur Diesel, ULSD, Mining Diesel, Naval Distillate, Dyed Diesel, Marked Diesel, Coloured Diesel, Furnace special, Biodiesel blend, B1, B2, B5, Diesel Low Cloud (LC). Code : W104, W293; SAP: 120, 121, 122, 125, 126, 129, 130, 135, 287, 288 Material uses : Diesel fuels are distillate fuels suitable for use in high and medium speed internal combustion engines of the compression ignition type. Mining Diesel has a higher flash point requirement, for safe use in underground mines. Manufacturer : PETRO-CANADA P.O. Box 2844 150 –6th Avenue South-West Calgary, Alberta T2P 3E3 In case of emergency : Petro-Canada: 403-296-3000 Canutec Transportation: 613-996-6666 Poison Control Centre: Consult local telephone directory for emergency number(s). 2 . Hazards identification Physical state : Bright oily liquid. Odour : Mild petroleum oil like. WHMIS (Canada) :

Class B-3: Combustible liquid with a flash point between 37.8°C (100°F) and 93.3°C (200°F). Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (Very toxic). Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (Toxic). OSHA/HCS status : This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Emergency overview : WARNING! COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID AND VAPOUR. CAUSES EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION. Combustible liquid. Severely irritating to the skin. Irritating to eyes. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Do not get in eyes. Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Avoid contact with skin and clothing. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling. Routes of entry : Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion. Potential acute health effects Inhalation : Inhalation of this product may cause respiratory tract irritation and Central Nervous System (CNS) Depression, symptoms of which may include; weakness, dizziness, slurred speech, drowsiness, unconsciousness and in cases of severe overexposure; coma and death. Ingestion : Ingestion of this product may cause gastro-intestinal irritation. Aspiration of this product may result in severe irritation or burns to the respiratory tract. Skin : Severely irritating to the skin. Eyes : Irritating to eyes. Potential chronic health effects Chronic effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Carcinogenicity : Diesel engine exhaust particulate is probably carcinogenic to humans (IARC Group 2A). Mutagenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Teratogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Date of issue : 7/6/2010. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 1/7 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. DIESEL FUEL Page Number: 2 2 . Hazards identification Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Medical conditions : Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact to diesel fuels which can lead to dermal aggravated by over- irritation and may be associated with an increased risk of skin cancer. exposure See toxicological information (section 11) 3 . Composition/information on ingredients Name CAS number % Kerosine (petroleum), hydrodesulfurized / Fuels, diesel / Fuel Oil No. 2 64742-81-0 / 95 - 100 68334-30-5 / 68476-30-2 Fatty acids methyl esters 61788-61-2 / 0 - 5 67784-80-9 / 73891-99-3 There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require reporting in this section. 4 . First-aid measures Eye contact : Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical attention immediately. Skin contact : In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water or use recognised skin cleanser. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Get medical attention immediately. Inhalation : Move exposed person to fresh air. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention immediately. Ingestion : Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately. Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Notes to physician : No specific treatment. Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large quantities have been ingested or inhaled. 5 . Fire-fighting measures Flammability of the product : Combustible liquid Extinguishing media

Date of issue : 7/6/2010. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 2/7 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. DIESEL FUEL Page Number: 3 5 . Fire-fighting measures Special remarks on fire : Flammable in presence of open flames, sparks and heat. Vapours are heavier than air hazards and may travel considerable distance to sources of ignition and flash back. This product can accumulate static charge and ignite. Special remarks on : Do not pressurise, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind or expose containers to heat or explosion hazards sources of ignition. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. 6 . Accidental release measures Personal precautions : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilt material. Shut off all ignition sources. No flares, smoking or flames in hazard area. Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air). Methods for cleaning up Small spill : Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Dilute with water and mop up if water-soluble. Alternatively, or if water-insoluble, absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Use spark-proof tools and explosion- proof equipment. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Large spill : Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Approach the release from upwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Wash spillages into an effluent treatment plant or proceed as follows. Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible, absorbent material e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite or diatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Contaminated absorbent material may pose the same hazard as the spilt product. Note: see section 1 for emergency contact information and section 13 for waste disposal. 7 . Handling and storage Handling : Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, drinking and smoking. Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Do not enter storage areas and confined spaces unless adequately ventilated. Keep in the original container or an approved alternative made from a compatible material, kept tightly closed when not in use. Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame or any other ignition source. Use explosion-proof electrical (ventilating, lighting and material handling) equipment. Use non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against electrostatic discharges. To avoid fire or explosion, dissipate static electricity during transfer by earthing and bonding containers and equipment before transferring material. Empty containers retain product residue and can be hazardous. Do not reuse container. Storage : Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in a segregated and approved area. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see section 10) and food and drink. Eliminate all ignition sources. Separate from oxidizing materials. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabelled containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. Ensure the storage containers are grounded/bonded.

Date of issue : 7/6/2010. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 3/7 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. DIESEL FUEL Page Number: 4 8 . Exposure controls/personal protection

Ingredient Exposure limits Kerosine (petroleum), hydrodesulfurized ACGIH TLV (United States). Absorbed through skin. TWA: 200 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Fuels, diesel ACGIH TLV (United States). Absorbed through skin. TWA: 100 mg/m³, (Inhalable fraction and vapour) 8 hour(s). Fuel oil No. 2 ACGIH TLV (United States). Absorbed through skin. TWA: 100 mg/m³, (Inhalable fraction and vapour) 8 hour(s).

Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits. Recommended monitoring : If this product contains ingredients with exposure limits, personal, workplace atmosphere procedures or biological monitoring may be required to determine the effectiveness of the ventilation or other control measures and/or the necessity to use respiratory protective equipment. Engineering measures : Use only with adequate ventilation. Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure to airborne contaminants below any recommended or statutory limits. The engineering controls also need to keep gas, vapour or dust concentrations below any lower explosive limits. Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment. Hygiene measures : Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period. Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. Personal protection Respiratory : Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approved standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator. Recommended: organic vapour cartridge or canister may be permissible under certain circumstances where airborne concentrations are expected to exceed exposure limits. Protection provided by air-purifying respirators is limited. Use a positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator if there is any potential for uncontrolled release, exposure levels are unknown, or any other circumstances where air-purifying respirators may not provide adequate protection. Hands : Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Recommended: nitrile, neoprene, polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), Viton. Consult your PPE provider for breakthrough times and the specific glove that is best for you based on your use patterns. It should be realized that eventually any material regardless of their imperviousness, will get permeated by chemicals. Therefore, protective gloves should be regularly checked for wear and tear. At the first signs of hardening and cracks, they should be changed. Eyes : Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists or dusts. Skin : Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product. Environmental exposure : Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they controls comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.

Date of issue : 7/6/2010. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 4/7 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. DIESEL FUEL Page Number: 5 9 . Physical and chemical properties Physical state : Bright oily liquid. Flash point : Diesel fuel: Closed cup: >40°C (>104°F) Marine Diesel Fuel: Closed Cup: >60°C (>140°F) Mining Diesel: Closed Cup: >52°C (>126°F) Auto-ignition temperature : 225°C (437°F) Flammable limits : Lower: 0.7% Upper: 6% Colour : Clear to yellow (This product may be dyed red for taxation purposes). Odour : Mild petroleum oil like. Odour threshold : Not available. pH : Not available. Boiling/condensation point : 150 to 371°C (302 to 699.8°F) Melting/freezing point : Not available. Relative density : 0.80 to 0.88 kg/L @ 15°C (59°F) Vapour pressure : 1 kPa (7.5 mm Hg) @ 20°C (68ºF). Vapour density : 4.5 [Air = 1] Volatility : Semivolatile to volatile. Evaporation rate : Not available. Viscosity : Diesel fuel: 1.3 - 4.1 cSt @ 40°C (104°F) Marine Diesel Fuel: 1.3 - 4.4 cSt @ 40°C (104°F) Pour point : Not available. Solubility : Insoluble in cold water, soluble in non-polar hydrocarbon solvents. 10 . Stability and reactivity Chemical stability : The product is stable. Hazardous polymerisation : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous polymerisation will not occur. Materials to avoid : Reactive with oxidising agents and acids. Hazardous decomposition : May release COx, NOx, SOx, H2S, smoke and irritating vapours when heated to products decomposition. 11 . Toxicological information

Acute toxicity Product/ingredient name Result Species Dose Exposure Kerosine (petroleum), hydrodesulfurized LD50 Dermal Rabbit >2000 mg/kg - LD50 Oral Rat >5000 mg/kg - LC50 Inhalation Rat >5000 mg/m³ 4 hours Vapour Fuels, diesel LD50 Dermal Mouse 24500 mg/kg - LD50 Oral Rat 7500 mg/kg - Fuel oil No. 2 LD50 Oral Rat 12000 mg/kg - Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Chronic toxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Irritation/Corrosion Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Sensitiser Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Carcinogenicity Conclusion/Summary : Diesel engine exhaust particulate is probably carcinogenic to humans (IARC Group 2A).

Date of issue : 7/6/2010. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 5/7 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. DIESEL FUEL Page Number: 6 11 . Toxicological information Classification Product/ingredient name ACGIH IARC EPA NIOSH NTP OSHA Kerosine (petroleum), hydrodesulfurized A3 - - - - - Fuels, diesel A3 3 - - - - Fuel oil No. 2 A3 3 - - - - Mutagenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Teratogenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Reproductive toxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. 12 . Ecological information Environmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Aquatic ecotoxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Biodegradability Conclusion/Summary : Not available. 13 . Disposal considerations Waste disposal : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimised wherever possible. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by- products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements. Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations. Refer to Section 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE and Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION for additional handling information and protection of employees. 14 . Transport information

Regulatory UN number Proper shipping Classes PG* Label Additional information name information TDG Classification UN1202 DIESEL FUEL 3 III -

DOT Classification Not available. Not available. Not available. - -

PG* : Packing group 15 . Regulatory information United States HCS Classification : Combustible liquid Irritating material Canada WHMIS (Canada) : Class B-3: Combustible liquid with a flash point between 37.8°C (100°F) and 93.3°C (200°F). Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (Very toxic). Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (Toxic).

Date of issue : 7/6/2010. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 6/7 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. DIESEL FUEL Page Number: 7 15 . Regulatory information This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations.

International regulations Canada inventory : All components are listed or exempted. United States inventory : All components are listed or exempted. (TSCA 8b) Europe inventory : All components are listed or exempted. 16 . Other information Label requirements : COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID AND VAPOUR. CAUSES EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION.

Hazardous Material : Health 2 Information System (U.S.A.) Flammability 2 Physical hazards 0 Personal protection H

National Fire Protection : Association (U.S.A.) 2 Flammability Health 2 0 Instability Special

References : Available upon request. TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. Date of printing : 7/6/2010. Date of issue : 6 July 2010 Date of previous issue : 7/3/2009. Responsible name : Product Safety - JDW Indicates information that has changed from previously issued version. For Copy of (M)SDS : Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds

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For Product Safety Information: (905) 804-4752 Notice to reader To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-named supplier, nor any of its subsidiaries, assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.

Date of issue : 7/6/2010. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 7/7 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. Material Safety Data Sheet 2-CYCLE MOTOR OIL

1 . Product and company identification Product name : 2-CYCLE MOTOR OIL Code : TWOCYC, 460-401 Material uses : A low ash 2-cycle engine oil designed to lubricate conventional pre-mixed fuel/oil as well as oil injection lubricated engines powering air-cooled two-stroke cycle engines. Manufacturer : Petro-Canada Lubricants Inc. 2310 Lakeshore Road West Mississauga, Ontario Canada L5J 1K2 In case of emergency : Suncor Energy: 403-296-3000 Canutec Transportation: 613-996-6666 Poison Control Centre: Consult local telephone directory for emergency number(s). 2 . Hazards identification Physical state : Viscous liquid. Odor : Mild petroleum oil like. WHMIS (Canada) : Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada). OSHA/HCS status : While this material is not considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200), this MSDS contains valuable information critical to the safe handling and proper use of the product. This MSDS should be retained and available for employees and other users of this product. Emergency overview : No specific hazard. Routes of entry : Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion. Potential acute health effects Inhalation : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Ingestion : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Skin : Slightly irritating to the skin. Eyes : Slightly irritating to the eyes. Potential chronic health effects Chronic effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Carcinogenicity : Not listed as carcinogenic by OSHA, NTP or IARC. Mutagenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Teratogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Medical conditions : Repeated or prolonged contact with spray or mist may produce chronic eye irritation and aggravated by over- severe skin irritation. Repeated skin exposure can produce local skin destruction or exposure dermatitis. See toxicological information (section 11) 3 . Composition/information on ingredients Name CAS number % Mixture of severely hydrotreated and hydrocracked and/or solvent-refined base oil Mixture - (petroleum). There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require reporting in this section.

Date of issue : 6/9/2010. Internet: lubricants.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 1/6 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. 2-CYCLE MOTOR OIL Page Number: 2 3 . Composition/information on ingredients The base oil may be a mixture of the following CAS#s: 8042-47-5, 64741-95-3, 64742-01-4, 64742-46-7, 64742-47-8, 64742-53-6, 64742-54-7, 64742-55-8, 64742-62-7, 72623-83-7, 72623-84-8, 72623-85-9, 72623-86-0, 72623-87-1, 178603-64-0, 178603-65-1, 178603-66-2, 445411-73-4

4 . First aid measures Eye contact : Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical attention immediately. Skin contact : In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water or use recognized skin cleanser. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Get medical attention immediately. Inhalation : Move exposed person to fresh air. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention immediately. Ingestion : Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately. Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Notes to physician : No specific treatment. Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large quantities have been ingested or inhaled. 5 . Fire-fighting measures Flammability of the product : May be combustible at high temperature. Extinguishing media Suitable : Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire. Not suitable : None known. Special exposure hazards : Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Products of combustion : Carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulphur oxides (SOx), asphyxiants, hydrocarbon fragments, smoke and irritating vapours as products of incomplete combustion. Special protective : Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing equipment for fire-fighters apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode. Special remarks on fire : Low fire hazard. This material must be heated before ignition will occur. hazards Special remarks on : Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind or expose containers to heat or explosion hazards sources of ignition. 6 . Accidental release measures Personal precautions : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air). Methods for cleaning up

Date of issue : 6/9/2010. Internet: lubricants.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 2/6 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. 2-CYCLE MOTOR OIL Page Number: 3 6 . Accidental release measures Small spill : Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Dilute with water and mop up if water-soluble or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Large spill : Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Approach release from upwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Wash spillages into an effluent treatment plant or proceed as follows. Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible, absorbent material e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite or diatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Contaminated absorbent material may pose the same hazard as the spilled product. Note: see section 1 for emergency contact information and section 13 for waste disposal.

7 . Handling and storage Handling : Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, drinking and smoking. Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Keep in the original container or an approved alternative made from a compatible material, kept tightly closed when not in use. Empty containers retain product residue and can be hazardous. Do not reuse container. Storage : Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see section 10) and food and drink. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabeled containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. 8 . Exposure controls/personal protection

Ingredient Exposure limits Mixture of severely hydrotreated and ACGIH TLV (United States). Notes: (oil mist) hydrocracked and/or solvent-refined base oil TWA: 5 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). (petroleum). STEL: 10 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).

Date of issue : 6/9/2010. Internet: lubricants.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 3/6 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. 2-CYCLE MOTOR OIL Page Number: 4 8 . Exposure controls/personal protection Eyes : Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists or dusts. Skin : Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product. Environmental exposure : Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they controls comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels. 9 . Physical and chemical properties Physical state : Viscous liquid. Flash point : Open cup: 152°C (305.6°F) [Cleveland.] Auto-ignition temperature : Not available. Flammable limits : Not available. Color : Blue-green. Odor : Mild petroleum oil like. Odor threshold : Not available. pH : Not available. Boiling/condensation point : Not available. Melting/freezing point : Not available. Relative density : 0.88 kg/L @ 15°C (59°F) Vapor pressure : Not available. Vapor density : Not available. Volatility : Not available. Evaporation rate : Not available. Viscosity : 20.9 cSt @ 40°C (104°F), 4.5 cSt @ 100°C (212°F), VI=132 Pour point : -57°C (-71°F) Solubility : Insoluble in water. 10 . Stability and reactivity Chemical stability : The product is stable. Hazardous polymerization : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous polymerization will not occur. Materials to avoid : Reactive with oxidizing agents, reducing agents, alkalis and acids. Hazardous decomposition : May release COx, NOx, SOx, aldehydes, methacrylate monomers, asphyxiants, products hydrocarbon fragments, smoke and irritating vapours when heated to decomposition. 11 . Toxicological information

Acute toxicity Product/ingredient name Result Species Dose Exposure Mixture of severely hydrotreated and LD50 Dermal Rabbit >2000 mg/kg - hydrocracked and/or solvent-refined base oil (petroleum). LD50 Oral Rat >5000 mg/kg - LC50 Inhalation Rat >2500 mg/m³ 4 hours Dusts and mists Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Chronic toxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Date of issue : 6/9/2010. Internet: lubricants.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 4/6 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. 2-CYCLE MOTOR OIL Page Number: 5 11 . Toxicological information Irritation/Corrosion Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Sensitizer Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Carcinogenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Mutagenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Teratogenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Reproductive toxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. 12 . Ecological information Environmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Aquatic ecotoxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Biodegradability Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Other adverse effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. 13 . Disposal considerations Waste disposal : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by- products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements. Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations. Refer to Section 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE and Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION for additional handling information and protection of employees. 14 . Transport information

Regulatory UN number Proper shipping Classes PG* Label Additional information name information TDG Classification Not - - - - regulated. DOT Classification Not available. Not available. Not available. - -

PG* : Packing group

Date of issue : 6/9/2010. Internet: lubricants.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 5/6 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. 2-CYCLE MOTOR OIL Page Number: 6 15 . Regulatory information United States HCS Classification : Not regulated. Canada WHMIS (Canada) : Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada). This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations. EU regulations Risk phrases : This product is not classified according to EU legislation. International regulations Canada inventory : All components are listed or exempted. United States inventory : All components are listed or exempted. (TSCA 8b) Europe inventory : All components are listed or exempted. 16 . Other information

Hazardous Material : Health 1 Information System (U.S.A.) Flammability 1 Physical hazards 0 Personal protection B

National Fire Protection : Association (U.S.A.) 1 Flammability Health 1 0 Instability Special

References : Available upon request. TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. Date of printing : 6/9/2010. Date of issue : 9 June 2010 Date of previous issue : 4/9/2009. Responsible name : Product Safety - DSR Indicates information that has changed from previously issued version. For Copy of (M)SDS : Internet: lubricants.petro-canada.ca/msds

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Date of issue : 6/9/2010. Internet: lubricants.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 6/6 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. Material Safety Data Sheet PROPANE

1 . Product and company identification Product name : PROPANE Synonym : Propane HD-5, Propane commercial, Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG), C3H8, CGSB Propane Grade 1, CGSB Propane Grade 2, odourized propane, stenched propane, automotive propane. Code : W222 Material uses : Propane is used as a fuel gas, refrigerant and as a raw material for organic synthesis. It is also used as a laboratory gas. The grade determines the propane content. It is supplied as pressurized liquid in tanks. Manufacturer : PETRO-CANADA P.O. Box 2844 150 –6th Avenue South-West Calgary, Alberta T2P 3E3 In case of emergency : Petro-Canada: 403-296-3000 Canutec Transportation: 613-996-6666 Poison Control Centre: Consult local telephone directory for emergency number(s). 2 . Hazards identification Physical state : Gas at room temperature; liquid when stored under pressure. Odour : Propane is an odourless gas. Odourized propane will contain up to 28 g Ethyl Mercaptan per 1000 L of propane. WHMIS (Canada) : Class A: Compressed gas. Class B-1: Flammable gas. OSHA/HCS status : This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Emergency overview : CAUTION! EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE GAS. MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE. HIGH PRESSURE GAS. Contains gas under pressure. Extremely flammable gas. In a fire or if heated, a pressure increase will occur and the container may burst or explode. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Do not puncture or incinerate container. Avoid breathing gas. Avoid contact with skin and clothing. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. At high concentrations, can displace oxygen and cause asphyxiation. A minimum requirement of 19.5% of oxygen at sea level (148 torr O2, dry air) is recommended. Routes of entry : Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Potential acute health effects Inhalation : Inhalation of this product may cause respiratory tract irritation and Central Nervous System (CNS) Depression, symptoms of which may include; weakness, dizziness, slurred speech, drowsiness, unconsciousness and in cases of severe overexposure; coma and death. Ingestion : As this product is a gas, refer to the inhalation section. Skin : Contact with rapidly expanding gas may cause burns or frostbite. Eyes : Contact with rapidly expanding gas may cause burns or frostbite. Potential chronic health effects Chronic effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Carcinogenicity : Not listed as carcinogenic by OSHA, NTP or IARC. Mutagenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Teratogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Date of issue : 3/31/2009. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 1/7 PROPANE Page Number: 2 2 . Hazards identification Medical conditions : Overexposure may lead to cardiac sensitization. aggravated by overexposure See toxicological information (section 11) 3 . Composition/information on ingredients Name CAS number % HD-5 Propane Propane 74-98-6 90 - 100 Propene 115-07-1 1 - 5 Commercial Propane Propane 74-98-6 75 - 100 Propene 115-07-1 10 - 20 Both grades may contain: Ethane 74-84-0 3 - 6* *Montreal: may vary from 0.1-2% Butane+ 106-97-8 1 - 5 There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require reporting in this section. 4 . First-aid measures Eye contact : Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical attention immediately. Skin contact : In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. To avoid the risk of static discharges and gas ignition, soak contaminated clothing thoroughly with water before removing it. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Get medical attention immediately. Inhalation : Move exposed person to fresh air. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention immediately. Ingestion : As this product is a gas, refer to the inhalation section. Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Notes to physician : No specific treatment. Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large quantities have been ingested or inhaled. 5 . Fire-fighting measures Flammability of the product : Class I - flammable gas (NFPA). Extinguishing media Suitable : Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire. Not suitable : None known. Special exposure hazards : Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Contact supplier immediately for specialist advice. Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. If involved in fire, shut off flow immediately if it can be done without risk. If this is impossible, withdraw from area and allow fire to burn. Fight fire from protected location or maximum possible distance. Products of combustion : Carbon oxides (CO, CO2), smoke and irritating vapours as products of incomplete combustion. Special protective : Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing equipment for fire-fighters apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.

Date of issue : 3/31/2009. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 2/7 PROPANE Page Number: 3 5 . Fire-fighting measures Special remarks on fire : Extremely flammable in presence of open flames, sparks, and heat. Vapours are heavier hazards than air and may travel considerable distance to sources of ignition and flash back. Rapid escape of vapour may generate static charge causing ignition. May accumulate in confined spaces. Special remarks on : Do not pressurise, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind or expose containers to heat or explosion hazards sources of ignition. Containers may explode in heat of fire. Vapour explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers. Propane may form explosive mixtures with air. 6 . Accidental release measures Personal precautions : Accidental releases pose a serious fire or explosion hazard. Immediately contact emergency personnel. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Shut off all ignition sources. No flares, smoking or flames in hazard area. Avoid breathing gas. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). Environmental precautions : Ensure emergency procedures to deal with accidental gas releases are in place to avoid contamination of the environment. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air). Methods for cleaning up Small spill : Immediately contact emergency personnel. Stop leak if without risk. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Large spill : Immediately contact emergency personnel. Stop leak if without risk. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Note: see section 1 for emergency contact information and section 13 for waste disposal. 7 . Handling and storage Handling : Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, drinking and smoking. Contains gas under pressure. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing gas. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Do not enter storage areas and confined spaces unless adequately ventilated. Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame or any other ignition source. Use explosion-proof electrical (ventilating, lighting and material handling) equipment. Use non-sparking tools. Empty containers retain product residue and can be hazardous. Do not puncture or incinerate container.

SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS: Sludges and tank scale from petroleum storage tanks, trucks, rail cars, and filters/screens may contain naturally occurring radioactive material ("NORM") in the dominant form of radon 226. Similarily, equipment used for the transfer of petroleum product such as pipelines, pumps and compressors, may have detectable levels of radioactive radon on inner surfaces. Workers involved in cleaning, descaling, repair or other maintenance on inner surfaces of such equipment should avoid breathing and ingesting of dust generated from such activities. Suitable codes of practice should be developed for these activities, detailing appropriate occupational hygiene, personal protective equipment and disposal practices.

Storage : Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in a segregated and approved area. Store in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see section 10). Eliminate all ignition sources. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use.

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Ingredient Exposure limits Propane ACGIH TLV (United States). TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hour(s). Propylene ACGIH TLV (United States). TWA: 500 ppm 8 hour(s). Ethane ACGIH TLV (United States). TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hour(s). Butane ACGIH TLV (United States). TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hour(s).

Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits. Recommended monitoring : If this product contains ingredients with exposure limits, personal, workplace atmosphere procedures or biological monitoring may be required to determine the effectiveness of the ventilation or other control measures and/or the necessity to use respiratory protective equipment. Engineering measures : Use only with adequate ventilation. Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure to airborne contaminants below any recommended or statutory limits. The engineering controls also need to keep gas, vapour or dust concentrations below any lower explosive limits. Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment. Hygiene measures : Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period. Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. Personal protection Respiratory : Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approved standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator. Recommended: NIOSH-approved self- contained breathing apparatus. Hands : Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Recommended: Wear insulated gloves to prevent frostbite. Eyes : Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists or dusts. Skin : Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product. Environmental exposure : Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they controls comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels. 9 . Physical and chemical properties Physical state : Gas at room temperature; liquid when stored under pressure. Flash point : Closed cup: -104°C (-155.2°F) Auto-ignition temperature : 450°C (842°F) (NFPA) Flammable limits : Lower: 2.1% (NFPA) Upper: 9.5% (NFPA) Colour : Colourless. Odour : Propane is an odourless gas. Odourized propane will contain up to 28 g Ethyl Mercaptan per 1000 L of propane. Odour threshold : Not available. pH : Not available. Date of issue : 3/31/2009. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 4/7 PROPANE Page Number: 5 9 . Physical and chemical properties Boiling/condensation point : -42°C (-43.6°F) Melting/freezing point : Not available. Relative density : Not available. Vapour pressure : 1434.9 kPa (10763 mm Hg) @ 38°C (100°F) Vapour density : 1.56 [Air = 1] Volatility : Volatile. Evaporation rate : Not available. Viscosity : Not available. Pour Point : Not available. Solubility : Not available. 10 . Stability and reactivity Chemical stability : The product is stable. Hazardous polymerisation : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous polymerisation will not occur. Materials to avoid : Reactive with oxidising agents and halogenated compounds. Hazardous decomposition : May release COx, smoke and irritating vapours when heated to decomposition. products 11 . Toxicological information

Acute toxicity Product/ingredient name Result Species Dose Exposure Butane LC50 Inhalation Rat 658000 mg/m³ 4 hours Gas. Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Chronic toxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Irritation/Corrosion Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Sensitiser Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Carcinogenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Classification Product/ingredient name ACGIH IARC EPA NIOSH NTP OSHA Propylene A4 3 - - - - Mutagenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Teratogenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Reproductive toxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available.

Date of issue : 3/31/2009. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 5/7 PROPANE Page Number: 6 12 . Ecological information Environmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Aquatic ecotoxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Biodegradability Conclusion/Summary : Not available. 13 . Disposal considerations Waste disposal : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimised wherever possible. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by- products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements. Do not puncture or incinerate container. Empty pressure vessels should be returned to the supplier. Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations. Refer to Section 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE and Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION for additional handling information and protection of employees. 14 . Transport information

Regulatory UN number Proper shipping Classes PG* Label Additional information name information TDG Classification UN1978 PROPANE 2.1 - -

DOT Classification Not available. Not available. Not available. - -

PG* : Packing group 15 . Regulatory information United States HCS Classification : Compressed gas Canada WHMIS (Canada) : Class A: Compressed gas. Class B-1: Flammable gas. This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations. International regulations Canada inventory : All components are listed or exempted. United States inventory : All components are listed or exempted. (TSCA 8b) Europe inventory : All components are listed or exempted. 16 . Other information Label requirements : EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE GAS. MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE. HIGH PRESSURE GAS.

Hazardous Material : Health 2 Information System (U.S.A.) Flammability 4 Physical hazards 2 Personal protection K Date of issue : 3/31/2009. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 6/7 PROPANE Page Number: 7 16 . Other information

National Fire Protection : Association (U.S.A.) 4 Flammability Health 2 0 Instability Special

References : Available upon request. TM/MC Marque de commerce de Petro-Canada - Trademark Date of printing : 7/13/2009. Date of issue : 31 March 2009 Date of previous issue : No previous validation. Responsible name : Product Safety - DSR Indicates information that has changed from previously issued version. For Copy of (M)SDS : Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds

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Date of issue : 3/31/2009. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 7/7 Material Safety Data Sheet GASOLINE, UNLEADED

1 . Product and company identification Product name : GASOLINE, UNLEADED Synonym : Regular, Unleaded Gasoline (US Grade), Mid-Grade, Plus, Super, WinterGas, SummerGas, Supreme, SuperClean WinterGas, RegularClean, PlusClean, Premium, marked or dyed gasoline, TQRUL, transitional quality regular unleaded, BOB, Blendstock for Oxygenate Blending Code : W102E, SAP: 102 to 117 Material uses : Unleaded gasoline is used in spark ignition engines including motor vehicles, inboard and outboard boat engines, small engines such as chain saws and lawn mowers, and recreational vehicles. Manufacturer : PETRO-CANADA P.O. Box 2844 150 –6th Avenue South-West Calgary, Alberta T2P 3E3 In case of emergency : Petro-Canada: 403-296-3000 Canutec Transportation: 613-996-6666 Poison Control Centre: Consult local telephone directory for emergency number(s). 2 . Hazards identification Physical state : Clear liquid. Odour : Gasoline WHMIS (Canada) :

Class B-2: Flammable liquid Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (Very toxic). Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (Toxic). OSHA/HCS status : This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Emergency overview : WARNING! FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOUR. CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION. CANCER HAZARD - CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH CAN CAUSE CANCER. CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH CAN CAUSE HERITABLE GENETIC EFFECTS. Flammable liquid. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. Do not breathe vapour or mist. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Contains material which can cause cancer. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure. Contains material which can cause heritable genetic effects. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Wash thoroughly after handling. Routes of entry : Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion. Potential acute health effects Inhalation : Inhalation of this product may cause respiratory tract irritation. Inhalation of this product may cause respiratory tract irritation and Central Nervous System (CNS) Depression, symptoms of which may include; weakness, dizziness, slurred speech, drowsiness, unconsciousness and in cases of severe overexposure; coma and death. Ingestion : Ingestion of this product may cause gastro-intestinal irritation. Aspiration of this product may result in severe irritation or burns to the respiratory tract. Ingestion of this product may cause Central Nervous System (CNS) Depression, symptoms of which may include; weakness, dizziness, slurred speech, drowsiness, unconsciousness and in cases of severe overexposure; coma and death.

Date of issue : 4/9/2010. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 1/8 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. GASOLINE, UNLEADED Page Number: 2 2 . Hazards identification Skin : Irritating to skin. Eyes : Irritating to eyes. Potential chronic health effects Chronic effects : This product contains an ingredient or ingredients, which have been shown to cause chronic toxic effects. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce blood disorders. Carcinogenicity : Contains material which can cause cancer. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure. Mutagenicity : Contains material which can cause heritable genetic effects. Teratogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Medical conditions : Repeated or prolonged contact with spray or mist may produce chronic eye irritation and aggravated by over- severe skin irritation. Repeated skin exposure can produce local skin destruction or exposure dermatitis. See toxicological information (section 11) 3 . Composition/information on ingredients Name CAS number % Gasoline 86290-81-5 85-100 Ethanol 64-17-5 0.1-1 Benzene 71-43-2 0.5-1.5 Toluene 108-88-3 15-40* *Montreal: may vary from 3-40% *Edmonton: may vary from 1-5% There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require reporting in this section. 4 . First-aid measures Eye contact : Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical attention immediately. Skin contact : In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water or use recognised skin cleanser. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Get medical attention immediately. Inhalation : Move exposed person to fresh air. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention immediately. Ingestion : Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately. Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. If it is suspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or self-contained breathing apparatus. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly with water before removing it, or wear gloves. Notes to physician : No specific treatment. Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large quantities have been ingested or inhaled.

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Suitable : Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray (fog) or foam. Not suitable : Do not use water jet. Special exposure hazards : Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Products of combustion : Carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons, phenols, aldehydes, ketones, smoke and irritating vapours as products of incomplete combustion. Special protective : Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing equipment for fire-fighters apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode. Special remarks on fire : Extremely flammable in presence of open flames, sparks, shocks, and heat. Vapours are hazards heavier than air and may travel considerable distance to sources of ignition and flash back. Rapid escape of vapour may generate static charge causing ignition. May accumulate in confined spaces. Special remarks on : Do not pressurise, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind or expose containers to heat or explosion hazards sources of ignition. Containers may explode in heat of fire. Vapours may form explosive mixtures with air. 6 . Accidental release measures Personal precautions : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilt material. Shut off all ignition sources. No flares, smoking or flames in hazard area. Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air). Methods for cleaning up Small spill : Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Dilute with water and mop up if water-soluble or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Large spill : Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Approach the release from upwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Wash spillages into an effluent treatment plant or proceed as follows. Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible, absorbent material e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite or diatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Contaminated absorbent material may pose the same hazard as the spilt product. Note: see section 1 for emergency contact information and section 13 for waste disposal. 7 . Handling and storage Handling : Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, drinking and smoking. Do not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. Do not ingest. Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Do not enter storage areas and confined spaces unless adequately ventilated. Keep in the original container or an approved alternative made from a compatible material, kept tightly closed when not in use. Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame or any other ignition source. Use explosion-proof electrical

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Storage : Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in a segregated and approved area. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see section 10) and food and drink. Eliminate all ignition sources. Separate from oxidizing materials. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabelled containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. Ensure the storage containers are grounded/bonded. 8 . Exposure controls/personal protection

Ingredient Exposure limits Gasoline ACGIH TLV (United States). TWA: 300 ppm 8 hour(s). STEL: 500 ppm 15 minute(s). Ethanol ACGIH TLV (United States). STEL: 1000 ppm 15 minute(s). Benzene ACGIH TLV (United States). Absorbed through skin. TWA: 0.5 ppm 8 hour(s). STEL: 2.5 ppm 15 minute(s). Toluene ACGIH TLV (United States). TWA: 20 ppm 8 hour(s).

Date of issue : 4/9/2010. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 4/8 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. GASOLINE, UNLEADED Page Number: 5 8 . Exposure controls/personal protection Hands : Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Recommended: polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), Viton. Consult your PPE provider for breakthrough times and the specific glove that is best for you based on your use patterns. It should be realized that eventually any material regardless of their imperviousness, will get permeated by chemicals. Therefore, protective gloves should be regularly checked for wear and tear. At the first signs of hardening and cracks, they should be changed. Eyes : Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists or dusts. Skin : Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product. Environmental exposure : Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they controls comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels. 9 . Physical and chemical properties Physical state : Clear liquid. Flash point : Closed cup: -50 to -38°C (-58 to -36.4°F) [Tagliabue.] Auto-ignition temperature : 257°C (494.6°F) (NFPA) Flammable limits : Lower: 1.3% (NFPA) Upper: 7.6% (NFPA) Colour : Clear to slightly yellow or green, undyed liquid. May be dyed red for taxation purposes. Odour : Gasoline Odour threshold : Not available. pH : Not available. Boiling/condensation point : 25 to 220°C (77 to 428°F) (ASTM D86) Melting/freezing point : Not available. Relative density : 0.685 to 0.8 kg/L @ 15°C (59°F) Vapour pressure : <107 kPa (<802.5 mm Hg) @ 37.8°C (100°F) Vapour density : 3 to 4 [Air = 1] (NFPA) Volatility : Not available. Evaporation rate : Not available. Viscosity : Not available. Pour point : Not available. Solubility : Hydrocarbon components virtually insoluble in water. Soluble in alcohol, ether, chloroform and benzene. Dissolves fats, oils and natural resins. 10 . Stability and reactivity Chemical stability : The product is stable. Hazardous polymerisation : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous polymerisation will not occur. Materials to avoid : Reactive with oxidising agents, acids and interhalogens. Hazardous decomposition : May release COx, NOx, phenols, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, aldehydes, ketones, products smoke and irritating vapours when heated to decomposition.

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Acute toxicity Product/ingredient name Result Species Dose Exposure Gasoline LD50 Dermal Rabbit >5000 mg/kg - LD50 Oral Rat 13600 mg/kg - Ethanol LD50 Dermal Rabbit >15800 mg/kg - LD50 Oral Mouse 3450 mg/kg - LC50 Inhalation Rat 8850 mg/m³ 4 hours Vapour Benzene LD50 Dermal Rabbit >8240 mg/kg - LD50 Oral Rat 930 mg/kg - LC50 Inhalation Rat 13228 ppm 4 hours Vapour Toluene LD50 Dermal Rabbit 12125 mg/kg - LD50 Oral Rat 636 mg/kg - LC50 Inhalation Rat 7585 ppm 4 hours Vapour Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Chronic toxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Irritation/Corrosion Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Sensitiser Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Carcinogenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Classification Product/ingredient name ACGIH IARC EPA NIOSH NTP OSHA Gasoline A3 2B - - - - Ethanol A3 - - - - - Benzene A1 1 A + Proven. + Toluene A4 3 D - - - Mutagenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Teratogenicity Conclusion/Summary : There is a wealth of information about the teratogenic hazards of Toluene in the literature; however, based upon professional judgement regarding the body of evidence, WHMIS classification as a teratogen is not warranted. Reproductive toxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. 12 . Ecological information Environmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Aquatic ecotoxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Biodegradability Conclusion/Summary : Not available.

Date of issue : 4/9/2010. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 6/8 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. GASOLINE, UNLEADED Page Number: 7 13 . Disposal considerations Waste disposal : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimised wherever possible. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by- products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements. Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations. Refer to Section 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE and Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION for additional handling information and protection of employees. 14 . Transport information

Regulatory UN number Proper shipping Classes PG* Label Additional information name information TDG Classification UN1203 GASOLINE 3 II -

DOT Classification Not available. Not available. Not available. - -

PG* : Packing group 15 . Regulatory information United States HCS Classification : Flammable liquid Irritating material Carcinogen Canada WHMIS (Canada) : Class B-2: Flammable liquid Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (Very toxic). Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (Toxic). This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations. International regulations Canada inventory : All components are listed or exempted. United States inventory : All components are listed or exempted. (TSCA 8b) Europe inventory : All components are listed or exempted. 16 . Other information Label requirements : FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOUR. CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION. CANCER HAZARD - CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH CAN CAUSE CANCER. CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH CAN CAUSE HERITABLE GENETIC EFFECTS.

Hazardous Material : Health * 2 Information System (U.S.A.) Flammability 3 Physical hazards 0 Personal protection H

Date of issue : 4/9/2010. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 7/8 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. GASOLINE, UNLEADED Page Number: 8 16 . Other information National Fire Protection : Association (U.S.A.) 3 Flammability Health 2 0 Instability Special

References : Available upon request. TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. Date of printing : 4/21/2010. Date of issue : 9 April 2010 Date of previous issue : No previous validation. Responsible name : Product Safety - RS Indicates information that has changed from previously issued version. For Copy of (M)SDS : Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds

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Date of issue : 4/9/2010. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 8/8 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. Material Safety Data Sheet JET A/A-1 AVIATION TURBINE FUEL

1 . Product and company identification Product name : JET A/A-1 AVIATION TURBINE FUEL Synonym : Jet A-1; Jet A-1-DI; Aviation Turbine Kerosene (ATK); JP-8; NATO F-34; Jet F-34; Turbine Fuel, Aviation, Kerosene Type (CAN/CGSB-3.32) Code : W213, SAP: 149 Material uses : Used as aviation turbine fuel. May contain a fuel system icing inhibitor. In the arctic, Jet A-1 may also be used as diesel fuel and heating oil. Manufacturer : PETRO-CANADA P.O. Box 2844 150 –6th Avenue South-West Calgary, Alberta T2P 3E3 In case of emergency : Petro-Canada: 403-296-3000 Canutec Transportation: 613-996-6666 Poison Control Centre: Consult local telephone directory for emergency number(s). 2 . Hazards identification Physical state : Clear liquid. Odour : Kerosene-like. WHMIS (Canada) :

Class B-3: Combustible liquid with a flash point between 37.8°C (100°F) and 93.3°C (200°F). Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (Very toxic).

The WHMIS classification of Jet A/A-1 is B3. The WHMIS classification of Jet A/A-1-DI, JP-8, Jet F-34 and NATO F-34, which all contain FSII (Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether), is B3, D2A. OSHA/HCS status : This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Emergency overview : COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID AND VAPOUR. MAY CAUSE EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION. POSSIBLE BIRTH DEFECT HAZARD - CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH MAY CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS, BASED ON ANIMAL DATA. Combustible liquid. Slightly irritating to the eyes and skin. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. Do not breathe vapour or mist. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Contains material which may cause birth defects, based on animal data. Avoid exposure during pregnancy. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling. Routes of entry : Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion. Potential acute health effects Inhalation : Inhalation of this product may cause respiratory tract irritation and Central Nervous System (CNS) Depression, symptoms of which may include; weakness, dizziness, slurred speech, drowsiness, unconsciousness and in cases of severe overexposure; coma and death. Ingestion : Ingestion of this product may cause gastro-intestinal irritation. Aspiration of this product may result in severe irritation or burns to the respiratory tract. Skin : Slightly irritating to the skin. Eyes : Slightly irritating to the eyes. Potential chronic health effects Chronic effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Carcinogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Mutagenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Date of issue : 11/20/2009. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 1/7 JET A/A-1 AVIATION TURBINE FUEL Page Number: 2 2 . Hazards identification Teratogenicity : Contains material which may cause birth defects, based on animal data. Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Medical conditions : Repeated skin exposure can produce local skin destruction or dermatitis. aggravated by overexposure See toxicological information (section 11) 3 . Composition/information on ingredients Name CAS number % Complex mixture of petroleum hydrocarbons (C9-C16)*(Kerosene) 8008-20-6 99.9 Fuel System Icing Inhibitor (FSII) (if added**): (Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether) 111-77-3 0.1 - 0.15 Anti-static, antioxidant and metal deactivator additives Not applicable <0.1 *Aromatic content is 25% maximum (benzene: nil). **Please note that Jet A-1-DI, JP-8, Jet F-34 and NATO F-34 all contain Fuel System Icing Inhibitor. There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require reporting in this section. 4 . First-aid measures Eye contact : Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical attention immediately. Skin contact : In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water or use recognised skin cleanser. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Get medical attention immediately. Inhalation : Move exposed person to fresh air. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention immediately. Ingestion : Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately. Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. If it is suspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or self-contained breathing apparatus. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly with water before removing it, or wear gloves. Notes to physician : No specific treatment. Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large quantities have been ingested or inhaled. 5 . Fire-fighting measures Flammability of the product : Class II - combustible liquid (NFPA). Extinguishing media

Date of issue : 11/20/2009. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 2/7 JET A/A-1 AVIATION TURBINE FUEL Page Number: 3 5 . Fire-fighting measures Special protective : Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing equipment for fire-fighters apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode. Special remarks on fire : Flammable in presence of open flames, sparks, and heat. Vapours are heavier than air hazards and may travel considerable distance to sources of ignition and flash back. This product can accumulate static charge and ignite. May accumulate in confined spaces. Special remarks on : Do not pressurise, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind or expose containers to heat or explosion hazards sources of ignition. Containers may explode in heat of fire.

6 . Accidental release measures Personal precautions : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilt material. Shut off all ignition sources. No flares, smoking or flames in hazard area. Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air). Methods for cleaning up Small spill : Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Dilute with water and mop up if water-soluble or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Large spill : Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Approach the release from upwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Wash spillages into an effluent treatment plant or proceed as follows. Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible, absorbent material e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite or diatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Contaminated absorbent material may pose the same hazard as the spilt product. Note: see section 1 for emergency contact information and section 13 for waste disposal. 7 . Handling and storage Handling : Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, drinking and smoking. Avoid exposure during pregnancy. Do not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. Do not ingest. Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Do not enter storage areas and confined spaces unless adequately ventilated. Keep in the original container or an approved alternative made from a compatible material, kept tightly closed when not in use. Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame or any other ignition source. Use explosion-proof electrical (ventilating, lighting and material handling) equipment. Use non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against electrostatic discharges. To avoid fire or explosion, dissipate static electricity during transfer by earthing and bonding containers and equipment before transferring material. Empty containers retain product residue and can be hazardous. Do not reuse container. Storage : Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in a segregated and approved area. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see section 10) and food and drink. Eliminate all ignition sources. Separate from oxidizing materials. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabelled containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. Ensure the storage containers are grounded/bonded.

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Ingredient Exposure limits Kerosene ACGIH TLV (United States). TWA: 200 mg/m³

Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits. Recommended monitoring : If this product contains ingredients with exposure limits, personal, workplace atmosphere procedures or biological monitoring may be required to determine the effectiveness of the ventilation or other control measures and/or the necessity to use respiratory protective equipment. Engineering measures : Use only with adequate ventilation. Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure to airborne contaminants below any recommended or statutory limits. The engineering controls also need to keep gas, vapour or dust concentrations below any lower explosive limits. Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment. Hygiene measures : Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period. Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. Personal protection Respiratory : Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approved standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator. Recommended: A NIOSH-approved air- purifying respirator with an organic vapour cartridge or canister may be permissible under certain circumstances where airborne concentrations are expected to exceed exposure limits. Protection provided by air-purifying respirators is limited. Use a positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator if there is any potential for uncontrolled release, exposure levels are unknown, or any other circumstances where air-purifying respirators may not provide adequate protection. Hands : Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Recommended: polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), Viton. Consult your PPE provider for breakthrough times and the specific glove that is best for you based on your use patterns. It should be realized that eventually any material regardless of their imperviousness, will get permeated by chemicals. Therefore, protective gloves should be regularly checked for wear and tear. At the first signs of hardening and cracks, they should be changed. Eyes : Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists or dusts. Skin : Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product. Environmental exposure : Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they controls comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels. 9 . Physical and chemical properties Physical state : Clear liquid. Flash point : Closed cup: >38°C (>100.4°F) [Tag. Closed Cup] Auto-ignition temperature : 210°C (410°F) Flammable limits : Lower: 0.7% Upper: 5% Colour : Clear and colourless.

Date of issue : 11/20/2009. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 4/7 JET A/A-1 AVIATION TURBINE FUEL Page Number: 5 9 . Physical and chemical properties Odour : Kerosene-like. Odour threshold : Not available. pH : Not available. Boiling/condensation point : 140 to 300°C (284 to 572°F) Melting/freezing point : Not available. Relative density : 0.775 to 0.84 (Water=1) Vapour pressure : 0.7 kPa (5.25 mm Hg) @ 20°C (68ºF). Vapour density : 4.5 [Air = 1] Volatility : Volatile. Evaporation rate : Not available. Viscosity : 1.0 - 1.9 cSt @ 40ºC (104ºF) Pour point : <-51ºC (<-60°F) Solubility : Insoluble in water. Partially miscible in some alcohols. Miscible with other petroleum solvents. 10 . Stability and reactivity Chemical stability : The product is stable. Hazardous polymerisation : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous polymerisation will not occur. Materials to avoid : Reactive with oxidising agents, acids and alkalis. Hazardous decomposition : May release COx, NOx, SOx, aldehydes, acids, ketones, smoke and irritating vapours products when heated to decomposition. 11 . Toxicological information

Acute toxicity Product/ingredient name Result Species Dose Exposure Kerosene LD50 Dermal Rabbit >2000 mg/kg - LD50 Oral Rat >5000 mg/kg - LC50 Inhalation Rat >5000 mg/m³ 4 hours Vapour Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether LD50 Dermal Rabbit >2000 mg/kg - LD50 Oral Rat 4000 mg/kg - LC50 Inhalation Rat >50000 mg/m³ 4 hours Vapour Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Chronic toxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Irritation/Corrosion Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Sensitiser Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Carcinogenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Classification Product/ingredient name ACGIH IARC EPA NIOSH NTP OSHA Kerosene A3 3 - - - - Mutagenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Teratogenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available.

Date of issue : 11/20/2009. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 5/7 JET A/A-1 AVIATION TURBINE FUEL Page Number: 6 11 . Toxicological information Reproductive toxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. 12 . Ecological information Environmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Aquatic ecotoxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Biodegradability Conclusion/Summary : Not available. 13 . Disposal considerations Waste disposal : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimised wherever possible. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by- products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements. Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations. Refer to Section 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE and Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION for additional handling information and protection of employees. 14 . Transport information

Regulatory UN number Proper shipping Classes PG* Label Additional information name information TDG Classification UN1863 FUEL, AVIATION, 3 III - TURBINE ENGINE

DOT Classification Not available. Not available. Not available. - -

PG* : Packing group 15 . Regulatory information United States HCS Classification : Combustible liquid Canada WHMIS (Canada) : Class B-3: Combustible liquid with a flash point between 37.8°C (100°F) and 93.3°C (200°F). Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (Very toxic).

The WHMIS classification of Jet A/A-1 is B3. The WHMIS classification of Jet A/A-1-DI, JP-8, Jet F-34 and NATO F-34, which all contain FSII (Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether), is B3, D2A. This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations. International regulations Canada inventory : All components are listed or exempted. United States inventory : All components are listed or exempted. (TSCA 8b) Europe inventory : All components are listed or exempted.

Date of issue : 11/20/2009. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 6/7 JET A/A-1 AVIATION TURBINE FUEL Page Number: 7 16 . Other information Label requirements : COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID AND VAPOUR. MAY CAUSE EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION. POSSIBLE BIRTH DEFECT HAZARD - CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH MAY CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS, BASED ON ANIMAL DATA.

Hazardous Material : Health * 2 Information System (U.S.A.) Flammability 2 Physical hazards 0 Personal protection H

National Fire Protection : Association (U.S.A.) 2 Flammability Health 2 0 Instability Special

References : Available upon request. TM/MC Marque de commerce de Petro-Canada - Trademark Date of printing : 11/20/2009. Date of issue : 20 November 2009 Date of previous issue : No previous validation. Responsible name : Product Safety - DSR Indicates information that has changed from previously issued version. For Copy of (M)SDS : Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds

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Date of issue : 11/20/2009. Internet: www.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 7/7 Material Safety Data Sheet SNOWMOBILE MOTOR OIL

1 . Product and company identification Product name : SNOWMOBILE MOTOR OIL Code : PSNOL, 460-401-8 Material uses : Low ash engine oil specifically designed to lubricate two-cycle snowmobile engines. Manufacturer : Petro-Canada Lubricants Inc. 2310 Lakeshore Road West Mississauga, Ontario Canada L5J 1K2 In case of emergency : Suncor Energy: 403-296-3000 Canutec Transportation: 613-996-6666 Poison Control Centre: Consult local telephone directory for emergency number(s). 2 . Hazards identification Physical state : Viscous liquid. Odour : Mild petroleum oil like. WHMIS (Canada) : Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada). OSHA/HCS status : While this material is not considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200), this MSDS contains valuable information critical to the safe handling and proper use of the product. This MSDS should be retained and available for employees and other users of this product. Emergency overview : No specific hazard. Routes of entry : Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion. Potential acute health effects Inhalation : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Ingestion : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Skin : Slightly irritating to the skin. Eyes : Slightly irritating to the eyes. Potential chronic health effects Chronic effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Carcinogenicity : Not listed as carcinogenic by OSHA, NTP or IARC. Mutagenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Teratogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Medical conditions : Repeated or prolonged contact with spray or mist may produce chronic eye irritation and aggravated by over- severe skin irritation. Repeated skin exposure can produce local skin destruction or exposure dermatitis. See toxicological information (section 11) 3 . Composition/information on ingredients Name CAS number % Mixture of severely hydrotreated and hydrocracked and/or solvent-refined base oil Mixture - (petroleum). There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require reporting in this section. The base oil may be a mixture of the following CAS#s: 8042-47-5, 64741-95-3, 64742-01-4, 64742-46-7, 64742-47-8, 64742-53-6, 64742-54-7, 64742-55-8, 64742-62-7, 72623-83-7, 72623-84-8, 72623-85-9, 72623-86-0, 72623-87-1, 178603-64-0, 178603-65-1, 178603-66-2, 445411-73-4

Date of issue : 6/11/2010. Internet: lubricants.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 1/6 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. SNOWMOBILE MOTOR OIL Page Number: 2 3 . Composition/information on ingredients 4 . First-aid measures Eye contact : Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical attention immediately. Skin contact : In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water or use recognised skin cleanser. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Get medical attention immediately. Inhalation : Move exposed person to fresh air. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention immediately. Ingestion : Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately. Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Notes to physician : No specific treatment. Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large quantities have been ingested or inhaled. 5 . Fire-fighting measures Flammability of the product : May be combustible at high temperature. Extinguishing media Suitable : Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire. Not suitable : None known. Special exposure hazards : Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Products of combustion : Carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulphur oxides (SOx), hydrocarbons, smoke and irritating vapours as products of incomplete combustion. Special protective : Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing equipment for fire-fighters apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode. Special remarks on fire : Low fire hazard. This material must be heated before ignition will occur. hazards Special remarks on : Do not pressurise, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind or expose containers to heat or explosion hazards sources of ignition. 6 . Accidental release measures Personal precautions : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilt material. Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air). Methods for cleaning up Small spill : Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Dilute with water and mop up if water-soluble or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor.

Date of issue : 6/11/2010. Internet: lubricants.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 2/6 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. SNOWMOBILE MOTOR OIL Page Number: 3 6 . Accidental release measures Large spill : Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Approach the release from upwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Wash spillages into an effluent treatment plant or proceed as follows. Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible, absorbent material e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite or diatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Contaminated absorbent material may pose the same hazard as the spilt product. Note: see section 1 for emergency contact information and section 13 for waste disposal. 7 . Handling and storage Handling : Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, drinking and smoking. Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Keep in the original container or an approved alternative made from a compatible material, kept tightly closed when not in use. Empty containers retain product residue and can be hazardous. Do not reuse container. Storage : Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see section 10) and food and drink. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabelled containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. 8 . Exposure controls/personal protection

Date of issue : 6/11/2010. Internet: lubricants.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 3/6 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. SNOWMOBILE MOTOR OIL Page Number: 4 8 . Exposure controls/personal protection Skin : Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product. Environmental exposure : Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they controls comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels. 9 . Physical and chemical properties Physical state : Viscous liquid. Flash point : Open cup: 152°C (305.6°F) [Cleveland.] Auto-ignition temperature : Not available. Flammable limits : Not available. Colour : Blue-green. Odour : Mild petroleum oil like. Odour threshold : Not available. pH : Not available. Boiling/condensation point : Not available. Melting/freezing point : Not available. Relative density : 0.88 kg/L @ 15°C (59°F) Vapour pressure : Not available. Vapour density : Not available. Volatility : Not available. Evaporation rate : Not available. Viscosity : 20.9 cSt @ 40°C (104°F), 4.5 cSt @ 100°C (212°F), VI=132 Pour point : -57°C (-71°F) Solubility : Insoluble in water. 10 . Stability and reactivity Chemical stability : The product is stable. Hazardous polymerisation : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous polymerisation will not occur. Materials to avoid : Reactive with oxidising agents, reducing agents and acids. Hazardous decomposition : May release COx, NOx, SOx, aldehydes, methacrylate monomers, hydrocarbons, smoke products and irritating vapours when heated to decomposition. 11 . Toxicological information

Date of issue : 6/11/2010. Internet: lubricants.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 4/6 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. SNOWMOBILE MOTOR OIL Page Number: 5 11 . Toxicological information Sensitiser Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Carcinogenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Mutagenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Teratogenicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Reproductive toxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. 12 . Ecological information Environmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Aquatic ecotoxicity Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Biodegradability Conclusion/Summary : Not available. Other adverse effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. 13 . Disposal considerations Waste disposal : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimised wherever possible. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by- products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements. Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations. Refer to Section 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE and Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION for additional handling information and protection of employees. 14 . Transport information

PG* : Packing group 15 . Regulatory information United States HCS Classification : Not regulated. Canada WHMIS (Canada) : Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada). This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations. EU regulations

Date of issue : 6/11/2010. Internet: lubricants.petro-canada.ca/msds Page: 5/6 Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business TM Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. SNOWMOBILE MOTOR OIL Page Number: 6 15 . Regulatory information Risk phrases : This product is not classified according to EU legislation. International regulations Canada inventory : All components are listed or exempted. United States inventory : All components are listed or exempted. (TSCA 8b) Europe inventory : All components are listed or exempted. 16 . Other information

Hazardous Material : Health 1 Information System (U.S.A.) Flammability 1 Physical hazards 0 Personal protection B

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Appendix 2 Key Historic Environmental Studies done in the Courageous Lake Project Area

Appendix 2. Key Historic Environmental Studies done in the Courageous Lake Project Area

Study Author Year Biological and Water Quality Surveys of Potential Mines in the NWT III. Environment Canada: 1978 Giant Salmita Gold Property at Mathews Lake. Manuscript Report 78-7 J. W. Moore Environmental baseline Study Interim Data Report, Salmita Mine Hatfield Consultants 1982 Project Giant Yellowknife Mines Ltd. Salmita Mine Project Environmental B. Kanik and J. Villamere 1983 Baseline Data Report Submission to the NWT Water Board Giant Yellowknife Mines Ltd 1985 An Overview of Lake Water Quality in the Slave Structural Province W. S. Puznicki 1996 Area Northwest Territories Summer Behaviour of Bathurst Caribou at Mine Sites and Response of Anne Gunn, Judy Dragon, 1998 Caribou to Fencing and Plastic Deflector Stephanie Papik, Damian Panayi, Michael Svoboda, Mika Sutherland, Marc D’Entremont. Effect of Gravel Road and Tailing Pond Dust on Tundra Plant Gunn,A. M. Svoboda and J. 1998 Communities Near Lupin Mine, NWT.1998 Final Report Dragon The Spatial Organization and Habitat Selection Patterns of Barren- Philip D. McLoughlin, François 1999 Ground Grizzly Bears (Ursus Arctos) in the Northwest Territories and Messier, Ray L. Case, Robert J. Nunavut: Final Report Gau, Robert Mulders, and H. Dean Cluff Results from Sediment Cores Collected from an Arctic Tundra Lake, Glen Stephens 1999 Northwest Territories. Wolverine Ecology, Distribution, and Productivity in the Slave Robert Mulders 2000 Geological Province Final Report Vegetation Classification for the West Kitikmeot / Slave Study Region Steven Matthews and Helmut 2001 Final Report Epp, Greg Smith, MVLWB The Tuktu and Nogak Project: A Caribou Chronicle. Final Report to the N. L. Thorpe, S. Eyegetok, 2001 West Kitikmeot Slave/Study Society. Ikaluktuuttiak N. Hakongak, and Qitirmiut Elders Updated State of Knowledge Report of the West Kitikmeot and Slave P. G. Sly, R. Freeman, 2001 Geological Province Final Report J. McCullum Esker Habitat Characteristics and Traditional Use Study in the Slave Stephen Traynor 2001 Geological Province Final Report Habitat of Dogrib Traditional Territory: Placenames as Indicators of Legat, Allice, Georgina 2001 Biogeorgraphical Knowledge Chocolate, Madelaine Chocolate, Pauline Williah, Sally Anne Zoe Seasonal Movements of Satellite-Collared Caribou from the Bathurst Anne Gunn, Judy Dragon, John 2002 Herd Boulanger Dogrib Knowledge on Placenames, Caribou and Habitat, Final Report Whaèhdôö Nàowoò Kö, 2002 Dogrib Treaty 11 Council Bathurst Caribou Calving Ground Studies: Influence of Nutrition and Brad Griffith, Anne Gunn, Don 2002 Human Activity on Calving Ground Location. Final Report. Russell, Jill Johnstone, Knut Kielland, Scott Wolfe, and David C. Douglas

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Study Author Year Movements And Habitat Use Of Wolves Denning In The Central H. D. Cluff, L.R. Walton, 2002 Arctic,Northwest Territories And Nunavut, Canada and P.C. Paquet Tibbitt to Contwoyto Winter Road Baseline Studies EBA 2002 Assessment of Bathurst Caribou Movements and Distribution in the GNWT (J. Boulagner, K. Poole, 2004 Slave Geological Province B. Fournier, J. Wierzchowski, T. Gaines and A. Gunn) West Kitikmeot Slave Study State of Knowledge Report – 2007 Update SENES Consultant Ltd 2008 Matthews Lake and Area Fish Habitat Restoration Project. Dillon Consulting 2009 2008 Post-Construction Monitoring Report. Courageous Lake Project Air Quality Baseline Report Rescan 2010 Courageous Lake Project Fish and Fish Habitat Baseline Report Rescan 2010 Courageous Lake Project Noise Baseline Report Rescan 2010 Courageous Lake Project Aquatic Baseline Report Rescan 2010 Courageous Lake Project Archaeology Baseline Report Rescan 2010 Courageous Lake Project Vegetation Baseline Report Rescan 2010 Courageous Lake Project Hydrology Baseline Report Rescan 2010 Courageous Lake Project Meteorology Baseline Report Rescan 2010 Courageous Lake Project Terrain and Soils Baseline Report Rescan 2010 Courageous Lake Project Wetlands Baseline Report Rescan 2010 Courageous Lake Project Wildlife Baseline Report Rescan 2010 Courageous Lake Project Aquatic Resources: Surface Water and Rescan 2011 Sediment Quality Courageous Lake Project Aquatic Resources: Aquatic Biology Rescan 2011 Courageous Lake Project Fish and Fish Habitat Rescan 2011 Courageous Lake Project Archaeology Rescan 2011 Courageous Lake Project Wildlife Rescan 2011 Courageous Lake Project Terrain and Soils Rescan 2011 Courageous Lake Project Vegetation Rescan 2011 Courageous Lake Project Wetlands Rescan 2011 Courageous Lake Project Hydrology Rescan 2011 Courageous Lake Project Noise Rescan 2011 Courageous Lake Project Air Quality Rescan 2011 Courageous Lake Project Meteorology Rescan 2011 Courageous Lake Project Visual Quality Rescan 2011

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Appendix 3 Archaeological Investigations for Seabridge Gold Inc. at the Courageous Lake Property (Bussey et al. 2003)

ARCHAEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS FOR SEABRIDGE GOLD INC. AT THE COURAGEOUS LAKE PROPERTY

(NWT Archaeologists permit no. 2003-943)

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SEABRIDGE GOLD 172 King Street, 3rd Floor Toronto, Ontario M5A 1J3

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JEAN BUSSEY November 30, 2003 ARCHAEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS FOR SEABRIDGE GOLD INC. AT THE COURAGEOUS LAKE PROPERTY

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Points West Heritage Consulting Ltd. conducted archaeological investigations in 2003 at the Courageous Lake Property located approximately 240 km northeast of Yellowknife. The work was conducted through EBA Engineering Consultants Ltd. on behalf of Seabridge Gold Inc. Investigations were conducted under Class 2 NWT Archaeologists Permit 2003-943 and were directed of Jean Bussey.

The archaeological field investigations involved a combination of potential assessment and ground truthing and were intended to provide direction for future studies. Helicopter reconnaissance of an expanded study area, supplemented by topographic map interpretation, background research and previous experience permitted the identification of landforms with moderate or greater archaeological potential. Ground reconnaissance was conducted in three survey areas that represent the portions of the property in which exploration will most likely occur in the near future. Three highly visible traditional/historical sites (LbNw-1 through LbNw-3) were spotted from the air during the helicopter reconnaissance and were recorded. These sites are located north and northeast of Courageous Lake and are not near current Seabridge activities.

One early exploration feature, a windbreak at LaNv-4, and 10 prehistoric sites were discovered during ground reconnaissance. Five sites (LaNv-1, LaNv-2, LaNv-5, LaNv-6 and LaNv-7) were found on an esker, a type of landform generally judged to have high archaeological potential landform. All five are identified as lithic scatters although LaNv-7 may represent a more intensively used hunting camp. Disturbances in the form of vehicle traffic are evident at LaNv-1, LaNv-6 and LaNv-7. The disturbance at LaNv-1 may be strictly limited to recreational use of the area, but impacts at the other two sites are most likely the result of exploration/mining activities. Evidence of drilling/exploration activities were noted at LaNv-5 and LaNv-7. Three sites were found on high bedrock ridges. LaNv-3 is identified as a lookout because of its strategic location and LaNv-8 and LaNv-9 are suggestive of workshops, but may have also served as lookouts. Two isolated finds (LaNv-10 and LaNv-11) and the windbreak at LaNv-4 are located on the first elevated terrain inland from Matthews Lake and are all associated with bedrock exposures, albeit relatively low ones. No impacts have occurred at these six sites although there is ample evidence of early and more recent exploration/drilling activity in their vicinities.

The white chert tool from isolated find LaNv-11 is suggestive of the Arctic Small Tool tradition, which dates to approximately 2500-3500 years ago. White chert artifacts, which may be indicative of this tradition, were also encountered at LaNv-5 and LaNv-6. The remaining artifacts are not suggestive of a specific time period, but most likely relate to the last 2500 years, including the small stemmed point recovered from LaNv-7. The manufacture of stone tools and hunting are the most likely prehistoric activities.

The reconnaissance conducted has confirmed the potential assessments and indicates that additional archaeological investigation is required. Initially this would involve a review of development/exploration plans to ensure that known sites are not impacted and to identify areas requiring further work. Archaeological investigations should be conducted in advance of exploration/development and must be undertaken by an archaeologist qualified to hold a NWT permit. Archaeological sites are protected by legislation and no development is permitted within 30 m. If an unknown site is accidentally encountered during exploration, all work in the vicinity must cease and the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre must be contacted. Crews should be informed of the protected nature of archaeological sites and encouraged to record GPS co-ordinates and report them to the Seabridge archaeologist for confirmation. Some site disturbances appear to be the result of recreational activities and it is thus recommended that all vehicle traffic and ground disturbing activities be restricted to existing roadways and disturbed areas unless an archaeological assessment has been conducted with negative results. The areas to avoid by all new activities include eskers, high bedrock ridges and elevated terrain associated with lakes and creeks. If avoidance is not feasible, archaeological inventory and possibly detailed mitigation would be required.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Seabridge Gold Inc. and the Yellowknife office of EBA Engineering Consultants Ltd. are thanked for selecting Points West to conduct the archaeological investigations at the Courageous Lake Property. Brent Murphy and Beverley Walker at EBA are acknowledged for their assistance in the planning stages. Dan Guigon is thanked for producing the colour maps that are Figures 1 through 4.

Our helicopter pilot, Dan Berry, is acknowledged for coming to our rescue during a temporary camera failure and providing photos of LaNv-4, as well as for his safe and experienced handling of the Bell 206.

Rachel Crapeau of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation Land and Environment Committee is thanked for her assistance and support. Our Yellowknives archaeological assistant, Noel Doctor, is acknowledged for his skill and interest in the project.

Finally, the author would like to thank Gabriella Prager for her assistance with the helicopter and ground reconnaissance programs.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS title page i executive summary ii acknowledgements iii table of contents iv list of tables v list of figures v list of photographs vi

1.0 Introduction 1 2.0 Background to Courageous Lake Study Area 3 2.1 Project Background 3 2.2 Biogeoclimatic Summary 6 2.3 Archaeological Background 7 2.3.1 Known Regional Chronology Summarized 7 2.3.2 Previous Archaeological Studies in the Region 8 2.4 Summary of Human Activities 11 3.0 Methodology 15 4.0. Archaeological Potential and Sites 21 4.1. Introduction 21 4.2. Sites Located North and East of Courageous Lake 23 4.3. Sites Found During Detailed Ground Reconnaissance 34 4.3.1 Sites near the North Survey Area 34 4.3.2. Sites in the Central Survey Area 52 4.3.3. Sites within the South Survey Area 57 5.0 Conclusions and Recommendations 67 5.1. Summary of Site Potential 67 5.2. Summary of Survey Results 68 5.3. Recommendations on Future Archaeological Investigations 69 6.0 References Cited 71 7.0. Glossary 76

Appendix 1. Artifact Catalogues 78

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LIST OF TABLES

1. Summary of Site Characteristics 22

LIST OF FIGURES

1. Courageous Property Location Map 2 2. Courageous Property Detailed Location Map 4 3. Approximate Boundary of Helicopter Reconnaissance Study Area 5 4. Areas Selected for More Intensive Archaeological Assessment 24 5. LbNw-1 site map 26 6. LbNw-2 site map 31 7. LaNv-1 site map 35 8. LaNv-2 site map 40 9. LaNv-3 site map 44 10. LaNv-5 site map 48 11. LaNv-6 site map 49 12. LaNv-7 site map 54 13. LaNv-11 site map 59 14. LaNv-8 site map 60 15. LaNv-9 site map 63 16. LaNv-10 site map 65

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LIST OF PHOTOGRAPHS

1. Aerial view of LbNw-1 25 2. View north of tent frame/foundation at LbNw-1 25 3. Close up of notched logs at LbNw-1 27 4. View southeast of row of rocks west of tent frame/foundation 27 5. Close up of stump at LbNw-1 29 6. View south of area south of LbNw-1 29 7. View southwest of Courageous Lake from cabin at LbNw-2 30 8. View northwest of cabin at LbNw-2 30 9. View of east end of cabin at LbNw-2 32 10. View northwest of south side of cabin 32 11. Close up of northeast corner of cabin at LbNw-2 33 12. View south of two graves at LbNw-3 33 13. Distant view northwest of LaNv-1 on opposite side of pond 36 14. View north of northern locality at LaNv-1 36 15. View southwest of LaNv-1, note vehicle tracks 38 16. Close up of pink quartz flake at LaNv-1 38 17. View southwest of LaNv-2 and bedrock ridge to south 39 18. View north of Locality 1 at LaNv-2 39 19. View east of Locality 3 at LaNv-2 41 20. View northeast of eastern end of LaNv-2 41 21. Aerial view of esker (foreground) and bedrock ridge (centre) north of Matthews Lake 43 22. View south of Matthews Lake from LaNv-3 43 23. View northeast of LaNv-3 45 24. View west of southern edge of LaNv-5 45 25. View northwest of central portion of LaNv-5 47 26. View east-northeast of LaNv-6 47 27. View west of LaNv-6 showing vehicle track 50 28. Close up of flakes in northeast portion of LaNv-6 50 29. Close up of retouched quartz in northwest portion of LaNv-6 51 30. View east of drilling/exploration debris at LaNv-7 51 31. View east of LaNv-7 53 32. View south of Matthews Lake from north edge of LaNv-7 53 33. Close up of artifact #1 at LaNv-7 55 34. Close up of artifacts #2 and #3 at LaNv-7 (broken biface) 55 35. Close up of artifact #5 at LaNv-7 56 36. Close up of windbreak at LaNv-4 56 37. View west of small diameter drill core and core boxes at LaNv-4 58 38. View east of LaNv-11 (flagging tape in foreground identifies the isolated find) 58 39. View north of LaNv-8 61 40. View south of LaNv-8 61 41. View north of LaNv-9 64 42. Close up of northern edge of LaNv-9 64 43. Close up of biface fragment at LaNv-10 66 44. View north of LaNv-10 66 POINTS WEST HERITAGE CONSULTING LTD.vi November 2003 ARCHAEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS FOR SEABRIDGE GOLD INC. AT THE COURAGEOUS LAKE PROPERTY

1.0 INTRODUCTION

In August of 2003, Points West Heritage Consulting Ltd. working through EBA Engineering Consultants Ltd. (EBA), undertook an assessment of archaeological resources within the Courageous Lake Property in the Northwest Territories (NWT). It is situated 240 kilometers northeast of the City of Yellowknife (Figure 1). These investigations were conducted on behalf of Seabridge Gold Inc. The archaeological investigations were conducted under Class 2 Northwest Territories Archaeologist Permit 2003-943 held by Jean Bussey of Points West. Gabriella Prager of Points West assisted, as did Noel Doctor, a representative of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation. An intended second assistant, a representative of the Dogrib Dene First Nation, was unable to join the field crew on the start date.

The objectives of the 2003 archaeology program were to determine the archaeological potential of the Courageous Lake Property and vicinity and to conduct limited ground reconnaissance to test the potential assessments. These objectives were achieved through a combination of background research, helicopter reconnaissance and ground reconnaissance, in conjunction with past experience working to the south at Snap Lake (Bussey 1998b, 2000b, 2002c) and at the Ekati Diamond Mine™ to the northeast (Bussey 1994, 1995, 1997, 1998a, 1999a, 1999b, 2000a, 2001, 2002a, 2003a). In addition, the archaeological investigations conducted in 2002 and 2003 for the Tibbitt to Contwoyto Winter Road contributed to this assessment (Bussey 2002b, 2003b). As a result of these investigations and experiences in the region, it is possible to identify areas with potential for archaeological sites and to provide recommendations for future studies.

Seabridge is proposing to conduct a five-year program consisting of the exploration and delineation of drilling locations, as well as ground reconnaissance surveys within the Courageous Property. The program is expected to begin in June 2004. The archaeological study was conducted to assist in ensuring that archaeological resources are not accidentally impacted during these activities. Three survey areas, in which drilling is most likely to occur, were identified by EBA and examined to the extent possible during the archaeological assessment. Because no specific drilling locations were identified, it was not possible to determine if impacts might occur nor was it possible to ensure that all archaeological sites were discovered.

The following report details the results of the 2003 Courageous Lake Property archaeological investigations. Section 2 contains a study area background summary and Section 3 describes the archaeological methodology. In Section 4, the results of the field investigations are detailed. Concluding statements and recommendations are provided in Section 5, with Section 6 containing a list of references cited. A glossary of archaeological terms has been provided in Section 7 and individual artifact catalogues are provided in Appendix 1.

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2.0 Background to Courageous Lake Study Area

The Courageous Lake Property is at Matthews Lake (approximate latitude 640 05’N and longitude 1110 15’W) on the Courageous Lake (76D/3) 1:50,000 map sheet (Figure 2). It is located approximately 240 km northeast of Yellowknife, NWT. The project site is east of Matthews Lake and extends from Courageous Lake to the north shore of Nodinka Narrows (1:50,000 map sheet 75M/14). The property consists of 17 mining leases and 42 mining claims owned by 5073 N.W.T. Limited, a subsidiary of Seabridge Gold Inc.

As Seabridge may consider expanding its current land position, the archaeological study area extended north and south of the current Seabridge claims areas. To the north, the area of interest extends north of Courageous Lake onto the Seahorse Lake (76D/6) 1:50,000 map sheet. The area of interest also extends south of Nodinka Narrows on the Nodinka Narrows (75M/14) 1:50,000 map sheet (Figure 3).

2.1 Project Area Background

Courageous Lake is a large lake that is traditionally important to the Aboriginal groups that utilize this region of the NWT. To the south and southeast, it connects to Mackay Lake, an important lake ethnographically and traditionally. To the northwest, it connects to Lake Providence and Desteffany Lakes, the latter provides a link to Lac de Gras and the former to Yamba Lake and downstream Coppermine River. To the west, Courageous Lake connects with Jolly Lake, which in turn provides connection to points west. As travel in summer involved the use of canoes and later boats, these connections are important factors in the determination of archaeological potential. Nodinka Narrows to the south of Matthews Lake is one of the narrows along the extensive Mackay Lake that provides a crossing for caribou on their annual migration. Caribou crossings are consistently areas of archaeological interest because the aboriginal land users commonly wait for the herds in areas where they are forced to congregate.

The Courageous Lake Property and surrounding areas have experienced considerable mineral exploration activity, as well as past gold mining activity. Small and large core fragments can be found throughout the property; the small diameter samples are apparently indicative of the earliest phase of gold exploration (ca. 1940s). The Tundra Mine is situated at the south end of Matthews Lake (Figure 2) and although it is abandoned, the buildings are standing, but are suffering from deterioration as a result of time, weather and vandalism. It was operated in the 1960s and again in the late 1980s. Underground mining was also conducted on the east side (Salmita Mine) and at the north end of Matthews Lake (Fat Deposit), but most associated structures have been removed. Still evident are huts on the central east shore and a camp at the north end. The camp was purchased by Bathurst Inlet Lodge and is currently operated as a tourist camp called Treeline Lodge. An active guide-outfitter camp is located to the north on the north shore of Courageous Lake.

Seabridge did not identify specific locations in which development/exploration is proposed, but EBA defined three areas in which activities are most likely to occur. The archaeological overview involved the entire area of interest (Figure 3), but ground reconnaissance was limited to the three areas identified by EBA.

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2.2 Biogeoclimatic Summary

The background information provided in this subsection is summarized from the Courageous Lake Project Description (EBA n.d.); the reader is referred to this document for more detailed information. The Seabridge project is located in the Southern Arctic ecozone and the TAKIJUQ LAKE UPLAND ecoregion of the Northwest Territories. The characteristics of this ecoregion are described as follows.

The Takijuq Lake Upland ecoregion takes in the eastern half of the Bear-Slave Upland south of Coronation Gulf. Much of the upland surface is composed of unvegetated rock outcrops that are common on the Canadian Shield. The mean annual temperature is approximately -10.5°C with a summer mean of 6°C and a winter mean of -26.5°C. The mean annual precipitation ranges from 200–300 mm. This ecoregion is classified as having a low arctic ecoclimate.

Numerous lakes fill its lowlands. Vegetative cover is characterized by shrub tundra, consisting of dwarf birch, willow, northern Labrador tea, Dryas spp., and Vaccinium spp. Depressional sites are dominated by willow, sphagnum moss, and sedge tussocks. Scattered stands of spruce occur along the southern boundary of the ecoregion.

The region consists mainly of Archean age rocks, based on the geological time scale, that form broad, sloping uplands, plateaus, and lowlands. Turbic and Static Cryosols have formed on thin discontinuous sandy morainal and fluvioglacial materials, and in association with rock outcrops, dominate the uplands. Organic Cryosols are the dominant soils in the lowlands. Permafrost is deep and continuous with low ice content throughout the majority of the region. Courageous Lake is in the continuous permafrost zone. Near Lac de Gras, permafrost occurs to depths of more than 270 m and near Contwoyto Lake it is estimated to occur to a depth of about 540 m. It is anticipated that similar conditions occur at Courageous Lake.

The Courageous-Matthews Lakes belt is characterized by a series of north to northwest trending Archean metavolcanic and metasedimentary rocks that form a portion of the Slave Structural Province. These rocks are within the Yellowknife Supergroup (YG), and are locally referred to as the Courageous Lake Greenstone Belt (CLGB). The CLGB is approximately 60 kilometers long, with a maximum east-west width of 5.5 kilometers. The Mackay Lake and Courageous Lake stocks, which are large granitic intrusions, bound the belt on the east and west. The CLGB forms a steeply dipping homoclinal sequence of metavolcanic and metasedimentary rocks that are younger towards the east. Two distinct volcanic cycles have been recognized within the CLGB. The ecoregion has high mineral development potential.

The overall topography of this area is very gentle and is characterized by rolling hills that range from 418 to 450 meters in elevation above sea level. Typically, the maximum change in elevation is only about 30 meters. Tundra type vegetation and small scrub brush dominate the areas between outcrops, particularly along the ridges in the southern part of the project area. The northern part of the project area is dominantly flat with little or no outcrop and large expanses of wet ground.

The following species have been noted in the area: caribou, Arctic hare, Grizzly bear, wolf, Arctic fox, Red fox, wolverine, Arctic weasel and ground squirrel. In addition fox and bear dens

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were identified in an aerial survey conducted in the general area of the former Salmita and Tundra mines. The project area is known to be included in the home range of at least one grizzly bear and a bear den was noted approximately 10 km east of Matthews Lake.

Although the general area of Matthews Lake is not within the calving grounds of the Bathurst Caribou herd both the spring and fall migrations traverse the area and herds of up to 2000-3000 animals have been noted. The area is also on the migration route of approximately 25 species of birds and water fowl and contains gyr falcon, golden eagle, bald eagle, osprey, merlin, rough legged hawks, snowy owls and sandhill cranes.

Den investigations showed that eskers, although not as important for denning as what was once thought, are used for this and other purposes by grizzly bear. In addition dens have been located on heath tundra, heath tundra with >30% boulder content, spruce forest, tall shrub riparian areas, and birch seep areas. The project area has a high percentage of area suitable for grizzly denning.

In the project area wolves are migratory. They follow the caribou to the winter ranges south of the tree-line in the fall, and return to the tundra in the spring to raise their pups. While wolves are mobile animals, they become more sedentary during the period when the pups are young and until they can travel and leave the den in early fall. Several factors may contribute to the den selection process. The most important are likely a place to dig and reasonable access to caribou, their main food source. Wolves take advantage of eskers, ridges of gravel and sand formed by melting glaciers, to dig dens or take over dens from other wildlife such as foxes or ground squirrels. Dens not associated with a prominent esker are located in a mound of glacial-fluvial sediment that facilitates digging. The presence of eskers and ‘diggable ground’ suggests that den sites may be found. In addition caribou migrate through this project area on a regular basis both in fall and spring.

2.3 Archaeological Background

A search of the site files was conducted by Dana Lampi of the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre (PWNHC) prior to the initiation of field investigations. This search indicated that there were no recorded archaeological sites within 15 km of the Courageous Lake Property. There are numerous sites in the region primarily found as a result of the intensive archaeological investigation conducted for diamond mine exploration and development in the last 10 years. The following is a brief summary of selected archaeological investigations in the general region.

2.3.1 Known Regional Chronology Summarized

Archaeological investigations suggest that occupation of the Northwest Territories extends to approximately 8000 year B.P. (before present). The earliest cultural period is typified by lanceolate (long, narrow or “lance-shaped”) spear points of stone. It is commonly referred to as the Northern Plano tradition and is believed to be a tradition that spread into the area from the south. It is postulated that populations moved north as the climate improved after deglaciation. In Noble’s (1971) early summary, he noted that sites associated with this tradition were commonly found on sand eskers and in blowouts and that quartzite was commonly used for stone tools. There are few Plano sites identified in the north, but the better known sites include those near Grant Lake (Wright 1976), on the Thelon River (Harp 1961) and at Acasta Lake (Noble

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1971). Stewart (1991) has suggested that the low frequency of Plano sites could be the result of smaller populations, different hunting emphases and patterns (caribou may not have had the same economic significance) and/or that such sites have not been identified because they share attributes with more recent cultural periods.

The period between approximately 6500 and 3500 B.P. is also relatively poorly represented in the archaeological record. It has been referred to by a variety of names, including the Shield Archaic. Wright (1972, 1981) has suggested that the Shield Archaic developed from local Paleo- Indian complexes present in the region; others, such as Gordon (1996) support this contention. This tradition is believed to be associated with a warming trend that may have prompted changes in animal and subsistence behaviour (expansion of forests). Characteristic stone tools include corner-notched projectile points, wedges and a variety of knives and scrapers. Known site distribution is broader than evidenced in the Northern Plano tradition (Gordon 1996).

Around 3500 B.P., a cooler climatic period (associated with a retreat of the tree line) is postulated; noted at this time is the appearance of the Pre-Dorset or Arctic Small Tool tradition (also referred to in the interior Northwest Territories as the Canadian Tundra tradition – Wright 1981). This tradition is identified as a Paleo-eskimo tradition that moved in from the north in response to changing climatic conditions. It is postulated to represent a distinctive caribou- adapted lifestyle. The stone tools associated with this tradition are noticeably smaller, thinner and better fashioned. Fine-grained chert appears to be the preferred material for a number of tool types. Point characteristics include concave bases, triangular outlines and side-notches. Other tool types include wedges, scrapers, burins and knives (Clark 1975; Gordon 1975, 1996; McGhee 1970; Noble 1971; Wright 1981). In Noble’s (1971) early summary, he noted that sites associated with this tradition were located on sand exposures, in protected bays, on sheltered points, on eskers and on islands. Variations of this tradition have been found throughout much of the subarctic during this period (Gordon 1996).

Around 2500 to 2600 B.P. the Arctic Small Tool tradition is replaced by the Taltheilei tradition. This tradition is associated with Athapaskan occupation of the Northwest Territories. Tools are commonly made of a grey siliceous shale or quartz/quartzite; specimens of chert, basalt, red slate and other materials have also been recovered. The use of native copper has been associated with this period. The Taltheilei tradition is typified by a variety of point styles, including lanceolate and side and corner notched specimens. It is associated with barren land and forest environments and, as with the Arctic Small Tool tradition, involves heavy dependence on caribou hunting (Clark 1977; Gordon 1975, 1996; Noble 1971; Wright 1981).

2.3.2 Previous Archaeological Studies in the Region

Downstream from Lac de Gras, Metcalf and Kobelka (1978) conducted a survey of portions of the Coppermine drainage and discovered 74 sites. Additional survey of the Ralwapindi River resulted in many more sites (Metcalf 1978). Coverage was not generally exhaustive, but the results have provided some data on site type, site content and distribution. The most common site type was the lithic scatter. Lithic scatters are sites characterized by stone tools or unworked flakes (fragments discarded during the manufacture of stone tools). Also discovered were individual cairns and a series of cairns, hearths and tent rings. The dominant artifact type is the unworked flake; quartz appears to be the dominant lithic material. Metcalf (1978) also noted the

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To the west at Wekweti (Snare Lake) Wayman and Andrews (1994) conducted excavations in advance of construction of an airstrip. One of seven hearths was excavated and the other six were tested or partially excavated. Excavation has suggested that the hearths represent central features within a tipi-like structure and activity areas were identified within. Faunal remains included lake trout, walleye, ptarmigan, hare, marten and caribou, indicating a varied diet. Faunal analysis suggests a winter or early spring occupation. Ethnicity of the site could not be determined, but historically Yellowknives occupied this region and today the modern Dogrib community of Wekweti is nearby.

Archaeological reconnaissance and mitigation was conducted for the Diavik Diamond Project located on Lac de Gras. Initiated in 1995, these investigations were undertaken by Fedirchuk McCullough & Associates Ltd. (1995, 1997a, 1997b, 1999, 2000). Fedirchuk (1995) initially concentrated on the highest potential areas within two large islands and on selected sections of the Lac de Gras mainland. Thirty-five new archaeological sites were located, consisting mainly of isolated finds and lithic scatters, but also including habitation sites, a potential burial, a quarry and two stone feature sites. During the second year, more extensive investigations were undertaken and a wider range of landform types were examined; as a result, 160 new archaeological sites were discovered (Fedirchuk 1997a). Similar types of sites were encountered, but a higher proportion were quartz quarries, especially in association with the eastern island and eastern mainland. After quarries, lithic scatters were the next most frequent site type. Also discovered were campsites with hearths, a campsite with artifacts relating to the Arctic Small Tool tradition and isolated finds.

At Diavik, a high proportion of the sites found in 1996 were not associated with eskers, especially the quarry sites, but they were generally associated with other landscape features suggestive of good archaeological potential. For example, most have been found at the height of land, along the shores of lakes or at the edge of valley systems. The quarry sites are located along relatively large exposures of quartz-veined bedrock, especially along the edges of valleys and knolls or overlooking inland lake systems (Fedirchuk 1997a).

Archaeological investigations directed by Tom Andrews of the PWNHC have been undertaken near the outlet of Yamba Lake (Andrews 1998). To date, his investigations have resulted in the discovery of 16 new archaeological sites. Eight were lithic scatters. The size of the sites and the frequencies of artifacts varied, but white and/or smoky quartz were present at all eight. Although quartz was dominant, several sites contained other lithic materials including a grey or variegated siltstone, white chert, black vesicular basalt, red rhyolite, tabular schist, pink quartzite and diabase. Four sites contained one or more tent rings which suggests these locations served as camps. Two other sites contained a hearth and lithics, one site was an isolated find and the final site was a traditional site represented by a number of thin wooden poles. The majority of these sites were located on or adjacent to eskers. Andrews (1994:28) suggests that the caribou crossing at the Daring Lake narrows was an important destination for hunters travelling through the region. Although cultural affiliation can not be definitively assigned, there is the potential of

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Bussey has conducted archaeological investigations for the Ekati Diamond Mine™ for 10 consecutive years (1994, 1995, 1997, 1998a, 1999a, 1999b, 2000a, 2001, 2002a, 2003a, n.d.). Points West discovered 192 of the 198 archaeological sites associated with this claim block. The majority of these sites are lithic scatters characterized by varying quantities of primarily unworked quartz debitage. Specimens made of chert, siltstone, basalt, quartzite and slate have also been discovered. Tools, both formed and unformed, have been encountered, but are not found at all sites. Other site types recorded by Points West include tent rings, camps, workshops, quartz quarries and isolated finds. Although the majority of these sites are associated with eskers, sites have also been found on lakeshores, knolls and on the height of land. Of particular interest is the density of sites (17 to date) found at the narrows located between Lac de Gras and Lac du Sauvage. Both at the narrows and elsewhere in the claim block are a number of sites suggestive of the Arctic Small Tool tradition. Other sites contain tools associated with the Taltheilei tradition and it is likely that many more are from this more recent time period. No definitive evidence of use earlier than Arctic Small Tool tradition has been confirmed in this study area, but there is potential for such.

Bussey also conducted archaeological investigations for the proposed De Beers Canada Mining Inc. diamond mine at Snap Lake, southwest of Courageous Lake (Bussey 1998b, 2000b, 2001c); the reminder was undertaken by Thomson (2000) as part of his Kennady Lake or Gahcho Kue investigations. Investigations for Snap Lake resulted in the discovery of 53 new archaeological sites, only two of which were sufficiently near proposed development that mitigation was undertaken. Over half of the sites are identified as lithic scatters, mainly consisting of a scatter of unworked flakes of quartz. In addition, camps, quarries, cairns or markers, a hunting blind and isolated finds were also identified and some different lithic materials were encountered. Tools were discovered at several sites, but were not well represented. Although cultural associations are not definitive, it is likely that the Taltheilei tradition is represented at these sites. Forty-one sites were located in the vicinity of the proposed winter access road, which left the Tibbitt to Contwoyto (formerly the Lupin) winter road south of Warburton Bay. Eleven sites were found south of Snap Lake and one is on the west arm of the lake. Just over half of the sites are located on eskers and the remainder are on elevated ridges or knolls or on variously elevated landforms associated with a lake.

Bussey also directed the archaeological investigations for the Tibbitt to Contwoyto winter road (Bussey 2002b, 2003b). In 2001, an archaeological inventory was conducted of this existing road and the following year, sites threatened by continued activity were mitigated. The 2001 inventory resulted in the discovery of 55 new archaeological sites and involved the revisit of 14 previously recorded sites. Most of the sites discovered are located on eskers or esker-like landforms and most are near lakes. Other sites are located on elevated landforms that provide the first high ground or the highest landform in the vicinity. Sites were also discovered on the sandy shores of lakes, old lake terraces or beaches and on or near bedrock outcrops.

The sites encountered along the winter road were predominantly lithic scatters (47 of 69 sites) and the majority contained primarily unworked flakes of quartz. The yield from these sites varied greatly and included specimens of other lithic materials, such as quartzite, chert, siltstone,

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rhyolite and basalt. Tools were fairly well represented and are mainly suggestive of the Taltheilei tradition, although the Arctic Small Tool tradition is also evident and there is potential for earlier use. The majority of the tools are strongly suggestive of hunting as the major activity. Other site types that have been identified include isolated finds, workshops, camps, tent rings, an historic grave and traditional or recent tent ring.

In 2002, sites within 30 m of existing developments associated with the winter road, that had not been previously mitigated, were either mitigated through systematic data recovery, assessed through testing or markers were erected to assist in site protection. In 2003, monitoring indicated that the markers were successful in protecting the sites during the previous winter.

The distribution of archaeological sites as evidenced in the above studies prompted the investigations conducted at the Courageous Lake Property. Because of the presence of an important narrows (Nodinka) to the south of the property, the proximity of a very large lake (Mackay) and the various connecting waterways associated with Courageous Lake, this study area was judged to be suggestive of good archaeological potential, an assessment that was confirmed in 2003.

2.4 Summary of Human Activities

Prior to the introduction of mineral exploration and mining, the only activities likely conducted in the vicinity of Courageous Lake were subsistence activities such as hunting, trapping and fishing. Both the Inuit and Dene have traditionally utilized the region for these activities. Archaeological investigations indicate that human use of this area is not limited to the recent or historic period.

Warburton Pike was an adventurer who in the late 1880s traversed the barren lands to learn about (translate hunt) the little known musk-ox. His travels took him to Mackay Lake, Lac de Gras and various points north. He mentions crossing the Coppermine River and states that the location used was an important caribou crossing (Pike 1892:67). Pike takes credit for naming Mackay Lake after Dr. Mackay of the Hudson’s Bay Company (Pike 1892:59).

Prior to the arrival of Pike, the earliest evidence of non-native incursions into the central inland portion of the NWT was that undertaken by Hearne (Hearne 1958, Speck 1963). In 1769 and 1770, Hearne made two attempts to find the source of native copper in the vicinity of what became known as the Coppermine River. Leaving Churchill on Hudsons Bay, it is believed that Hearne reached Dubwant Lake during his second trip, but his first was short-lived. In 1771, he used a more southerly route and eventually reached the Coppermine River, but was probably west of the outlet of Lac de Gras. According to Helm (1981), at a point north of Courageous Lake, Hearne met with a group of Dogrib.

Sir John Franklin headed the next expedition to this area (Houston 1974, 1984). His objective was to map the Arctic coast between the Coppermine River and Hudsons Bay. This expedition used a more southerly route and accessed Fort Chipewyan. He then headed north to Great Slave Lake and on to Winter Lake near Snare Lake. In 1820, he built an outpost known as Fort Enterprise on Winter Lake. It consisted of three buildings - a storehouse, main hall and voyageurs quarters forming three sides of a rectangle (Losey 1973). The following year,

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Franklin and his team headed overland to the Coppermine River and descended to the coast. They mapped the coast east to Point Turnagain (aptly named) and returned overland to Fort Enterprise. None of these early journeys was easy and starvation and death stalked the expeditions. At Fort Enterprise, returning survivors of the Arctic journey were too weak to obtain firewood and had to burn the plank flooring and buildings. This has been documented by archaeological evidence (Losey 1973). Franklin’s overland return may have involved crossing Yamba Lake (Losey 1973:12).

The ethnographic records indicate that the barren lands were utilized seasonally by Aboriginal groups for a variety of purposes, primarily for hunting and trapping. Caribou was the most important game animal, but musk-ox and hare were hunted for food and wolves, foxes and wolverine for their fur. Hares are not a major food source, but they are “an animal that is by no means to be despised, as it is fully as big as an English hare and will at a pinch provide a meal for a small party” (Pike 1892:63). Of course, many other animals and birds were used as food when necessary. Caribou were a very major food source and their hides were important for clothing, shelter and other purposes.

Several groups have traditional knowledge of the region, including the Inuit and the Yellowknives and Dogrib Dene. Ethnographic information on these and other northern groups, such as the Chipewyan, with similar subsistence behaviour and lifestyles, is available in numerous reports and only aspects relevant to the barren lands will be discussed. The major ethnographic sources for each group are provided in the references. For the Inuit, the references used include Birket-Smith 1959, Boas 1964, Jenness 1922, Mathiessen 1927, Rasmussen 1932 and Stefansson 1914; more recently, Damas 1984 has provided a summary. For the Yellowknives, Dogrib and Chipewyan, the following references apply - Birket-Smith 1930, Mason 1946 and Vanstone 1965; more recently, Gillespie 1981, Helm 1981, and Smith 1981 have provided summaries.

The Copper Inuit occupy the Arctic coast to the north. Their traditional range is generally considered to be from Wise Point to Perry River, north to the southern shore of Banks Island (including most of Victoria Island) and south almost to Back River and Contwoyto Lake (Damas 1984). According to Riewe (1992) Inuit activity has extended to the Lac de Gras area and low intensity use may have extended further south. Medium intensity activity is identified for the Yamba Lake area and the Achilles-Exeter Lake area. High intensity use is identified for an area north of Lac de Gras heading northeast to Contwoyto. Riewe (1992:250) indicated that the Yamba Lake area is part of an occasionally used travel route that links the Great Slave and Contwoyto Lake areas, but with improved air travel has not been used as much in recent years. The activities conducted in this area are subsidiary to those in the vicinity of Contwoyto Lake (Riewe 1992:250).

Copper Inuit subsistence was based on seasonal movements to harvest specific resources. From December to May, coastal groups aggregated into winter snowhouse villages on the ice. In May, they dispersed to hunt and fish on the land. Beginning about August and continuing through to November, caribou hunting was of prime importance. At this time of year, the animals were in good condition. The majority of the material cultural was composed of bone and antler implements, but some arrows and fish hooks were made of copper or iron. Wood and soapstone were also utilized. Such specimens are found in archaeological context although stone features

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tend to be more visible. Stones were used to hold down the hides used as shelter coverings and the distinctive “rings of stone” or tent rings (considered a stone feature) are archaeologically evident. Drying skins were often held in place by smaller rings of stone – another type of stone feature. Large and small arrangements of rock were constructed to assist in hunting (blinds, caribou drives, traps), as signals or markers (including gravel markers) and for storage (caches) and represent stone features that can be readily identified.

The major use of the barren lands by the Chipewyan, Dogrib and Yellowknives was for subsistence – hunting, trapping and fishing, with emphasis on hunting and trapping. Gathering was not a major economic activity, but berries would be harvested as they became available. The major game was caribou. Helm (1981) indicated that the majority of the Dogrib were located in the western portion of their territory (between Great Slave and Great Bear lakes), but that they ranged as far as Point Lake and Contwoyto Lake for caribou hunting. In preparation for the caribou hunt, Dogrib groups would often converge on Wekweti (Snare Lake), a centrally located Dogrib community. Gillespie (1981) indicated that the Yellowknives were located in the forests and barren lands adjacent to the eastern end of Great Slave Lake, while Smith (1981) defined Chipewyan territory as east and south of Great Slave Lake. All three groups primarily hunt caribou. Other animals were hunted on the barren lands as well, but their acquisition was likely peripheral to the caribou hunt. Because of the environmental similarities (there is some territorial overlap as well), the subsistence behaviour and use of the barren lands of all three groups is similar.

Bow and arrow, spears, deadfalls, snares and clubs were used to hunt a variety of animals. Travel during the snow free months was by canoe; canoes were constructed of birch bark. The canoe and all the supplies it carried had to be transported overland at the various portages along canoe routes. Snowshoes, sleds and dogs facilitated travel in winter. Throughout the year, camps had to shift in response to the availability and suitability of the subsistence resources. Easily transported shelters were required and lengths of wood would often be packed into the barren lands for heating water and cooking food. Typically, several families would travel together to the barrens. Women and children would often be left at the tree line to fish and gather while the hunters proceeded into the barren lands (Birket-Smith 1930; Gillespie 1981; Helm 1981; Mason 1946; Smith 1981).

Mason (1946:13) suggests that Yellowknife traditions relate to the Coppermine River. He uses as examples the manufacture of items from pounded native copper and the history of considering the Inuit as the enemy. They also traveled into the barren lands to hunt caribou and musk-ox. He describes the barren land tipi as consisting of a dozen poles and being shorter and smaller than those used on the plains. The covering was of caribou skin and as many as 40 would be necessary. Brush and snow would be used for extra insulation in winter and the hearth was centrally situated (Mason 1946).

Helm (1981) has briefly summarized the post-contact Dogrib annual cycle starting with their arrival at posts in late June or early July; the objective was to trade the furs trapped in early spring. The Dogrib would then return to the bush to catch and dry fish. The men would hunt caribou on the barren lands in late July and early August when the caribou would be heading south. Fishing would continue though September and October with a brief hiatus for ice to form on the lakes. November and December were identified as the best times to hunt and trap for furs.

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At this time of year, caribou are present in the woods in relatively large herds. Subsistence in January and February generally depended on stored foods. March saw a return to caribou hunting; other hunting, trapping and fishing was also undertaken during this period. The winter furs were then taken to posts in April or May and the remainder of the spring was spent hunting, trapping and fishing (Helm 1981). Yellowknives and Chipewyan annual rounds were similar.

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3.0 METHODLOGY

Fieldwork conducted in 2003 emphasized an archaeological overview assessment intended to identify areas with moderate or greater archaeological potential. This was supplemented by ground reconnaissance in selected area, with emphasis on moderate to high potential landforms. All work was conducted under the direction of Jean Bussey.

Various methodologies are employed in the discovery, assessment, mitigation and analysis of archaeological sites. Archaeological investigations require that a Northwest Territories Archaeologists Permit be obtained through the PWNHC. There are a number of requirements attached to such a permit, including use of the basic methodology identified in the application, submission of site inventory forms and field records and the production of a permit report. Beginning in 2001, two classes of archaeological permits are issued in the Northwest Territories. The Seabridge investigations were conducted under a Class 2 permit that allows subsurface excavation and artifact collection.

The methodology employed for archaeological investigations conducted at Courageous Lake is similar to that conducted by Bussey at Ekati, Snap Lake and along the Tibbitt to Contwoyto Winter Road. The project area is first examined using topographic maps and development plans or aerial photographs (if available) and a preliminary assessment of archaeological potential is identified on the basis of terrain characteristics (such as slope, ground cover, etc.) and location (such as proximity to water, suitability for travel, etc.).

The helicopter reconnaissance involved a series of low and slow north-south and east west transects that ensured the majority of the area identified in Figure 3 was adequately covered. Additional flights along each of the eskers were also flown. Elevated or defined landforms judged to have moderate or greater archaeological potential were identified on field maps by both Bussey and Prager. More intense, low level reconnaissance was undertaken in three areas identified by EBA as locations in which exploration activity is most likely to occur in the immediate future. These areas were then examined, to varying degrees on the ground.

Although the emphasis in ground reconnaissance is placed on landforms with moderate or greater archaeological potential, it should be acknowledged that areas with lower potential are often traversed as a test of the potential assessments, as well as in the process of accessing other locations. Each archaeologist has a slightly different way of assigning archaeological potential, but essentially use the same criteria.

• Low potential areas are locations and/or landforms where the frequency of archaeological sites is expected to be low. Areas that are waterlogged or moderately to steeply sloping are generally locations that are judged to have low potential, although other factors must be considered as well. For example, within a sloped area, the presence of bedrock outcrops could result in an assessment of sufficient archaeological potential (that is, moderate) to justify ground reconnaissance based on potential for quartz veins that may have been used as a source for stone tools. The interiors of large undulating landforms with little relief and boulder fields are also generally judged to have low archaeological potential.

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• Moderate potential areas include the interior of large, level and elevated landforms, minor benches or raised areas within large landforms and locations at some distance from water, but with a strategic viewpoint, protected location or that are accessible along potential travel routes (such as a pass or series of discontinuous esker remnants). Bedrock outcrops with quartz veining would also have moderate potential.

• High potential areas are locations that are elevated, relatively level and well drained and are near a source of water (extinct or extant). In this region of the NWT, most continuous sections of eskers are judged to be high potential locations even if water is not immediately adjacent since they served as travel routes, provide wildlife habitat and contain cobbles of stone suitable for tool manufacture. The shores of major lakes are also judged to have high potential unless there are widespread waterlogged deposits or extensive boulder fields.

Once areas with moderate or greater archaeological potential are identified, a series of foot traverses are undertaken. On small landforms, these traverses are generally spaced 2 m to 5 m apart and cover the entire area. On larger landforms, spacing is generally 10 m to 15 m and emphasizes terrain unit edges and/or the height of land; examination of interior portions of these large landforms is also conducted, time permitting, but foot traverses may be less intensive.

Since archaeological deposits are often buried, site content and extent can only be estimated and there is potential for additional data at many recorded sites. Because of generally widespread exposure and limited ground cover, surface examination is usually sufficient to identify archaeological sites in this region of the NWT. However, at moderate to high potential locations where there is dense vegetation or soil accumulation, shovel testing would be required if intensive development was proposed.

Although shovel testing was not required in 2003 at the Courageous Lake Property, the methodology for such excavation is provided. Shovel tests are usually judgementally located and average 40 cm by 40 cm. The depth of these tests is often shallow (less than 20 cm) since little soil development is evident, but they extend to 40 or 50 cm b.s. (below surface) in areas where there are deeper silt and sand deposits. Tests are generally excavated in 10 cm levels and artifacts are collected and recorded by level and unit. The number of tests depends on the size of the landform being examined, the amount of natural exposure evident and the potential for archaeological resources. In terms of areas with similar vegetal cover, more tests would be undertaken on a large high potential landform than on a small one. However, because exposure is so widespread on most of the landforms with good archaeological potential, it is not commonly necessary to conduct subsurface testing during an archaeological inventory directed towards the discovery of sites. No testing was conducted for the Seabridge project since specific activity areas have not been identified.

Once archaeological sites are located, they are photographed and plotted on 1:50,000 topographic maps. Sufficient descriptive information on the site size, physical and archaeological characteristics, and location is obtained to complete the site inventory forms and draw a site map, as required by the NWT Archaeologists Permit. Completed site forms are submitted to the Canadian Museum of Civilization and PWNHC for inclusion in the national

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The locations of the GPS readings within the boundary of the site is identified and noted and will be used to determine the areas to be avoided during any future exploration or development activity (that is, buffer zones sufficiently large to ensure site protection will be identified). It should be noted that location maps for archaeological sites have not been included in this report since it will have wide circulation. The GPS co-ordinates and site location maps will, however, be submitted to the PWNHC and the Canadian Museum of Civilization. Site co-ordinates have also been submitted to EBA and Seabridge to ensure that proposed drilling operations will not impact the recorded archaeological resources.

Each site is assigned a temporary field number preceded by the last two digits of the year in which it was discovered; the numbers are assigned in the order that the sites are found. The initials SG (for Seabridge Gold) were added to better identify the sites (for example, SG03-8). Site locations identified on copies of the 1:50,000 topographic maps are submitted to the Canadian Museum of Civilization; the museum subsequently provides the permanent numbers that are used in this report.

In assigning a permanent number to an archaeological site, the Borden system is utilized. This is a uniform designation scheme developed for archaeological sites by Charles Borden (1952). The result is a four letter symbol accompanied by a number (for example, LaNv-4). Each set of four letters represents a specific portion of Canada. Sites are normally consecutively numbered, in the order they are found, within each Borden block. As a result of the 2003 archaeological inventory for Seabridge Gold, there are now archaeological sites recorded in two Borden Blocks - LaNv and the more northwesterly LbNw.

Site types are identified on the basis of archaeological content. Sites that contain only lithic artifacts (unworked flakes and/or stone tools) are assumed to represent prehistoric resources and are commonly called lithic or artifact scatters. Sites that contain organic materials or historic/modern artifacts are assumed to represent traditionally, ethnographically or historically utilized sites. Sites containing a single artifact, whether an unworked flake or a tool/tool fragment, are identified as an isolated find. Some sites contain evidence of a quarry (source of raw material for stone tool manufacture) and/or an area of dense lithic debris and are suggestive of a workshop for the manufacture of stone tools. In other portions of the region, a number of sites have contained features, such as hearths or tent rings, that are suggestive of use as a camp or contain a variety of tools or lithic materials. Such locations are commonly referred to as camps. Sites found in strategic locations are often identified as lookouts.

Because no specific drill locations associated with the Courageous Lake property have been identified, no archaeological significance has been assigned to the newly discovered sites. However, in assessing archaeological sites only scientific significance is assigned by the project archaeologist; it is up to local aboriginal groups to assign cultural or ethnic significance, if they so desire. Public and economic significance has also not been considered for reasons of isolation. Significance assessments provided by Points West relate only to the potential

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scientific value of these archaeological sites. Professional judgement is employed in each of these assessments, especially in predictions for subsurface deposits and potential to contribute to the regional culture history.

Sites are usually assigned low, moderate or high archaeological significance based on a number of criteria: • the variety and type of yield • the quantity of the yield • the condition or integrity of the site • the potential for buried archaeological material • the potential to contribute to the known archaeology of the region Without subsurface testing, any significance assessment would be viewed as extremely tentative.

A more detailed assessment is required if a potential land use conflict has been identified. This assessment is intended to more accurately determine the boundaries of the site, its condition (disturbed or undisturbed), the archaeological content, and whether or not there is potential for subsurface archaeological deposits and/or to contribute to the known culture history. Because no specific activity areas have been identified, this type of assessment was not undertaken, but the general methodology is provided in the following discussion.

Site assessment generally involves the excavation of a number of shovel tests and more intensive surface examination using closely spaced (less than 5 m apart) foot traverses crisscrossing the site area. Shovel tests are similar in size and depth to those undertaken during site discovery. The number of tests varies, depending on the size of the site and whether or not there is soil development. A small site with soil development may be tested with five or more shovel tests, while a larger site with exposed gravel and rock may only require two tests to confirm that there are no buried soils. Occasionally, one or more 1 m by 1 m evaluative unit is excavated during site assessment if the data recovered during shovel testing are not sufficient. It should be noted that artifacts encountered during shovel or evaluative testing are always collected because their context has been disturbed.

Surface artifacts are not routinely collected unless there is a concern that human activity or natural occurrences might result in the loss of those items. At a number of sites, because of the proximity of a tourist/recreational camp, formed tools and artifacts of uncommon material types were collected. There is a concern that these more identifiable artifacts may be lost as the number of people using the recreational camp increases. Also, by collecting formed tools which can be indicative of activities and time periods, the information on these artifacts is thus available during analysis and report writing. It was, thus, determined that it was desirable to collect some of the specimens so that they would be available for future analysis, especially those that were potentially diagnostic.

The next step in the archaeological program is normally to determine if any of the known archaeological sites are potentially in conflict with development. Since specific drill locations have not been identified for the Courageous Lake Property, only general impacts and those that have occurred as a result of past activities are identified in this study. Impacts are assessed based on the type of site and its potential significance in conjunction with the location and type of development predicted. Also considered is the feasibility of avoidance through project

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Sites with low surface yields and limited potential for intact (undisturbed) subsurface (buried) archaeological deposits are generally believed to have limited potential to make a substantial contribution to the archaeological database. They do have value, however, in that they can contribute to the understanding of past human activity in the study area. If buried archaeological deposits are sparse or absent, site recording and collection of the visible surface artifacts is generally considered sufficient mitigation when this type of site is threatened. Isolated finds and surface lithic scatters are commonly assigned low archaeological significance, as are sites that are extensively destroyed.

Sites with moderate archaeological significance are those that either have a significant quantity or variety of surface archaeological material or have a strong possibility of buried archaeological material. Moderate significance, confirmed by testing, would indicate that more extensive systematic data recovery involving excavation would be required. Lithic scatters and workshops with both surface and buried deposits (or potential for buried deposits) or a variety of archaeological materials are commonly assigned moderate significance.

Other categories of significance can be identified as well. A number of sites contain a variety of archaeological materials, but do not possess sufficient artifacts or features to indicate a habitation site. They appear to have been used more intensively than similar sites and may be assigned moderate or moderate-high archaeological significance. Such resources likely served as a temporary camp and may represent other activities as well, however, they do not contain the quantity and/or variety of archaeological material found at camp sites.

A camp is a location that is suggestive of a variety of activities as evidenced by the archaeological yield (variety of lithic material or tool types) or a location that contains evidence of habitation (hearth or tent rings). Such sites have good potential for additional buried archaeological deposits and will likely be assigned high archaeological significance. Generally, it is strongly recommended that highly significant sites be avoided by all development or exploration activity. If avoidance were not feasible, it would be necessary to conduct extensive systematic data recovery to ensure significant data are not lost.

When avoidance is not feasible, protection of archaeological sites through such measures as staking/fencing or capping (burial under fill) are options to be considered. Capping of archaeological sites with soil is another option, as is monitoring during any construction activity.

The preferred mitigation measure is site avoidance. When site avoidance is not feasible, mitigation commonly consists of excavation and/or systematic surface collection; combined they are referred to as systematic data recovery. The type of mitigation employed at any site is based on the significance of that site. Sites that consist of scattered surface artifacts, but very limited potential for subsurface deposits are commonly mitigated through systematic surface collection and testing, provided that the latter has confirmed the lack of buried archaeological material. At other sites, more extensive subsurface examination (excavation) is required, in conjunction with systematic surface collection.

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Since the archaeological content of the sites found in 2003 was primarily lithic (stone), lithic analysis of the collected artifacts was conducted. Lithic analysis involves the identification of the type of stone material and a determination as to whether or not it is worked and represents a tool or is unworked and represents a piece (referred to as a flake) discarded during the manufacture of a stone tool. All collected artifacts are described and weighed. Complete and nearly complete formed tools are measured. When possible, artifacts are compared to specimens from other sites and their place in the culture history of the region is identified. Distribution analysis and stage of manufacture determination is generally undertaken only when the sample is larger and/or mitigation is undertaken. All collected artifacts are submitted to the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre upon completion of analysis.

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4.0 ARCHAEOLOGICAL POTENTIAL AND SITES

4.1 Introduction

The assessment of archaeological potential involved the Courageous Lake Property as well as adjacent claims or licenses, as shown in Figure 3. Although not all portions of all landforms were viewed during the helicopter reconnaissance, the boundaries of the study area as well as north-south and east-west transects were systematically flown. As a result, it has been determined that archaeological sites could occur anywhere in the study area. It is most likely, however, that sites will be found on or near elevated landforms, such as eskers and bedrock ridges or knolls, and along the shores of the larger lakes, including Mackay, Courageous and Matthews lakes. Any elevated landforms near these or smaller lakes could also contain archaeological resources, especially the first height of land inland from the shore. No attempt was undertaken to examine extensively disturbed areas for archaeological sites. Low and poorly drained landforms are more extensive in the eastern and northern portions of the helicopter study area and such areas are suggestive of low archaeological potential.

Fourteen archaeological sites were recorded during field investigations conducted at the Courageous Lake Property in 2003. Two were locally known sites, one a cabin and the other a pair of graves. Descriptions of these sites are provided in this section and are summarized in Table 1.

Site types are identified on the basis of archaeological content. Sites that contain only lithic artifacts (unworked flakes and/or stone tools) are assumed to represent prehistoric resources. If the lithic artifacts are scattered across the site area, these are usually referred to as lithic scatters. Sites that contain organic materials or historic/modern artifacts are assumed to represent traditionally, ethnographically or historically utilized sites. Sites containing a single artifact, whether an unworked flake or a tool/tool fragment, are identified as an isolated find. Sites near presumably worked quartz veins with a high density of lithic debitage are assumed to represent workshops and/or quarries for the purposes of lithic deduction or tool manufacture/modification. Cabin or habitation/camp sites were also identified.

To facilitate the discussion of individual sites, arbitrary size categories have been identified. These are the same categories used by Points West for the EKATI Diamond Mine™ studies (Bussey 1999a). The maximum area covered by a site is used to define the site size, which is presented in m2. Note that all isolated finds have been arbitrarily identified as 2 m by 2 m or 4 m2 for ease of reference, but are actually smaller. Sites that are less than 1,000 m2 are identified as small sites. Sites that are 1,000 m2 to 2,999 m2 are medium, those 3,000 m2 to 5,999 m2 are medium-large and those 6,000 m2 to 9,999 m2 are large. Not found here, but recorded at Ekati are very large sites that range from 10,000 m2 to 49,999 m2 and sites over 50,000 m2 are defined as extremely large. No size estimate was identified for two of the traditional/historic sites (Table 1).

Archaeological content is also categorized to facilitate discussion. Sites judged to have very sparse archaeological content are those with fewer than 25 visible artifacts. Sparse archaeological yields are represented at sites with 25 to 49 artifacts visible. Moderate archaeological yields are sites with 50 to 99 visible artifacts and dense are sites with 100 to 499

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artifacts visible on the surface. A site with 500 or more artifacts visible on the surface would be defined as one with very dense archaeological content, but such sites were not located during the 2003 field investigations. Because buried artifacts are not visible, it is not possible to include the quantity of specimens that may potentially be evident at each site and only an estimate of the visual yield is identified in Table 1.

Table 1. Summary of Site Characteristics

Site No. Temp. Type Location Landform Size Content Material Types No. Type (m2) LaNv-1 SG03-2 lithic north of esker medium very quartz scatter Matthews Lake (2200) sparse LaNv-2 SG03-3 lithic north of esker large moderate quartz scatter Matthews Lake (6000) LaNv-3 SG03-4 lithic north of bedrock small very quartz scatter/ Matthews Lake ridge (900) sparse lookout LaNv-4 SG03-5 wind east of Matthews bedrock small very mining core break Lake outcrop (4) sparse fragments and boxes located nearby LaNv-5 SG03-6 lithic north of esker medium- dense quartz, chert scatter Matthews Lake large (3400) LaNv-6 SG03-7 lithic north of esker medium- moderate quartz, chert, scatter Matthews Lake large siltstone (3150) LaNv-7 SG03-8 lithic north of lake terrace medium sparse quartz, quartzite scatter/ Matthews Lake (1350) camp LaNv-8 SG03-9 lithic south of bedrock small dense quartz scatter/ Matthews Lake ridge (300) workshop LaNv-9 SG03-10 lithic south of bedrock small dense quartz scatter/ Matthews Lake ridge (168) workshop LaNv-10 SG03-11 isolated south of bedrock small very quartz find Matthews Lake knoll (4) sparse LaNv-11 SG03-12 isolated east of Matthews bedrock small very chert find Lake outcrop (4) sparse LbNw-1 SG03-1 historic northeast of bedrock small moderate metal pipe, tin camp north arm of ledge (400) cans, other Courageous metal debris, Lake plastic/rubber. wood LbNw-2 SG03-13 historic or east of north arm lakeshore not n/a wood and metal traditional of Courageous determined debris cabin Lake LbNw-3 SG03-14 traditional east of north arm esker not n/a two graves burial of Courageous determined surrounded by Lake individual picket fences

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The majority of the artifacts noted on the surface at most of these sites are unworked flakes. At some sites, a number of modified flakes referred to as tools were encountered. In addition, some sites contained formed tools, such as bifaces and unifaces. Formed tools are often time and/or activity diagnostic and are usually easily identifiable. The proximity of a tourist camp prompted artifact collection at a number of sites. In addition, isolated finds consisting of tools were collected because they can be very difficult to relocate.

A biface is a tool that is extensively flaked on both sides (or “faces”) and has a predetermined shape or form. They are commonly believed to represent hunting tools used for the kill (projectile point) or processing of the kill (knife), depending on their size, shape and other attributes, but could have served other purposes. A number of biface fragments were collected, either because they represented an isolated find or were threatened. Also collected were a number of small chert artifacts suggestive of the Arctic Small Tool tradition. Most sites contain primarily or exclusively artifacts of quartz.

Three sites were discovered during the helicopter reconnaissance because they represent highly visible historic or traditional sites. The other 11 sites were found during detailed ground reconnaissance conducted in or near the three areas selected for more intensive survey (Figure 4). Note that ground coverage actually extended outside of the North survey area due to the presence of a high potential landform. There are landforms within these three survey areas that have archaeological potential and were not examined in 2003, but with the exception of unexamined portions of the bedrock ridge and esker in the North survey area, the highest potential landforms were examined.

4.2 Sites Located Near Courageous Lake

The three highly visible sites were located east or northeast of the north arm of Courageous Lake. The sites include a partially collapsed log cabin on the lake, two picket fence framed graves near the lake and a possible tent frame or cabin foundation on an inland landform.

LbNw-1 (temporary number SG03-1)

LbNw-1 is situated east of the north arm of Courageous Lake. It is located inland from the lake on a bedrock-based ledge. There are extensive flat bedrock exposures evident on this ledge. The site was discovered during a helicopter transect and is highly visible (Photo 1). LbNw-1 consists of the foundation of a cabin or tent frame and associated debris. The debris is evident for a radius of approximately 10 m from the foundation and the site is estimated to cover an area approximately 20 m by 20 m. The presence of some pipe, a drill collar and fragments of small diameter core suggest a temporary exploration camp (that is, a tent frame) rather than a cabin.

The foundation consists of one course of notched logs forming an area 3 m by 3m (Figure 5; Photos 2 and 3). The north wall has a partial second course and there is the suggestion of a second log on the west side. There are two rows of rocks. One is parallel and near the east wall and the other is parallel to, but approximately 2 m west of the west wall (Photo 4). Two logs are evident in the interior. Nails along the length of the lower logs supports the suggestion that this feature represents a tent frame rather than a cabin foundation. In addition to the drilled related metal debris, there is a fuel drum dated 1940, remnants of an airtight stove, a stove elbow, a

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Photo 1. Aerial view of LbNw-1

Photo 2. View north of tent frame/foundation at LbNw-1

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Site LbNw-1 Site LbNw-1 Overview Map

site area: scattered debris 15 m over 10m radius gentle to moderate slope

heavily vegetated with bedrock 20 m outcrops

Close-up Map of drill stem Structure at Site LbNw-1

0 m 2 4 m

heavily vegetated drill collar

small diameter core fragments pipe

20 m

edge of rocky ledge

2-3 m steep drop

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Photo 3. Close up of notched logs at LbNw-1

Photo 4. View southeast of row of rock west of tent frame/foundation

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kettle made out of a large tin and numerous tin cans. There are also chunks of wood and some black hose-like material that may have been used to pump fuel. The small diameter core fragments were found to the west of the cabin and the drill collar to the east. Some other pipe was noted some distance to the northwest near a bedrock outcrop. Chunks of wood are scattered across the site area and several stumps were located nearby (Photo 5). Courageous Lake is one of the locations north of the treeline that contains some decent sized trees and it is apparent that the tent frame was manufactured primarily from locally available materials. The small size of the core fragments, in conjunction with the fuel drum and tin debris, suggests this site relates to the early (1940s) mining exploration that occurred in this area. No artifacts were collected from LbNw-1.

A single, central GPS co-ordinate was recorded for this site since it was relatively limited in area. However, the terrain is heavily vegetated and it is possible that additional cultural material is present in or around the site. Vegetation consists of spruce trees as well as shrub birch and willow, various berries, grasses and shrubs. The edge of the ledge is approximately 20 m south of the structure (Photo 6). Approximately 2 m to 3 m below is an area with heavier vegetation cover and more poorly drained terrain. There is potential for additional archaeological sites on elevated landforms in this portion of the helicopter study area.

LbNw-2 (temporary number SG03-13)

LbNw-2 is located adjacent to a small bay near the north end of the north arm of Courageous Lake. The cabin is approximately 35 m inland from the water (Photo 7), but there is considerable debris along the shore. Except for some bedrock exposed near the shore, the entire area is densely covered by vegetation (Photo 8). The shrub birch and willow are as much as 1 m tall and there are alder that are almost 2 m in height. Crowberry, low bush cranberry and blueberry are common and the latter two were ripe during the field visit. Lichen, moss and grasses complete the vegetation inventory in the vicinity of the cabin.

Reportedly, the cabin at LbNw-2 belongs to the Martin family and was probably constructed in the 1940s. Although it is partially collapsed, it is likely that the structure was used more recently. The presence of debris associated with drilling suggests that in addition to having served as a hunting camp for the Martin family, this locality may have also served as an exploration camp or staging area.

The cabin is 4 m by 3 m with the long axis roughly oriented east-west (Figure 6; Photo 9). The western end of the cabin has collapsed (Photo 10). The door and possibly a window were formerly present on the east side and there was probably also a window in the west wall. The cabin was constructed of seven courses of logs. The logs have been shaped and were thinned and squared at the corners of the cabin (Photo 11). There was a plank floor that has been partially buried as a result of the activities of ground squirrels. The roof consists of planks covered by red roofing material. There is evidence of a stove pipe and pieces of wooden furniture within the cabin. The stove was likely in the southwest corner as evidenced by a chimney hole in the roof, but is no longer present. There are scattered tin cans, barrels and wood debris around the cabin. There is potential for additional artifacts in the area which are not visible due to the dense vegetation cover. No artifacts were collected from this site.

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Photo 5. Close up of stump at LbNw-1

Photo 6. View south of area south of LbNw-1

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Photo 7. View southwest of Courageous Lake from cabin at LbNw-2

Photo 8. View northwest of cabin at LbNw-2

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0 m 2 m

partially collapsed log cabin with red roofing paper

scattered heavily debris vegetated

door

slight scattered drop debris

33 m to edge of Courageous Lake slight drop

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Photo 9. View of east end of cabin at LbNw-2

Photo 10. View northwest of south side of cabin

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Photo 11. Close up of northeast corner of cabin at LbNw-2

Photo 12. View south of two graves at LbNw-3

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A single GPS co-ordinate was obtained for this site, but it is highly likely that evidence of human use could be scattered throughout this area. For this reason, no size or content estimate has been provided in Table 1. There is high potential for additional archaeological sites along the shore of Courageous Lake and on inland, elevated landforms.

LbNw-3 (temporary number SG03-14)

Originally, we were not intending on recording this site since it appears to be a maintained grave and, thus, does not technically meet the definition of an archaeological site. However, to ensure that this location is protected and avoided by all development in future, it has been recorded. Site LbNw-3 is located on a discontinuous segment of esker located east of the north arm of Courageous Lake. The site is highly visible from the air and consists of two graves framed by individual white picket fences (Photo 12). A single GPS co-ordinate was collected and will be provided to the PWNHC and the Canadian Museum of Civilization, but no site map is provided. The site was visited at the request of Noel Doctor, a member of the archaeology crew. No detailed examination was conducted and no artifacts were noted or collected from LbNw-3. The esker associated with this burial site has good potential to yield additional archaeological resources.

4.3 Sites Found During Detailed Ground Reconnaissance

Eleven new archaeological sites were discovered during the detailed ground reconnaissance conducted in the three survey areas identified to Points West by EBA (Figure 4). Six of the sites were located within or near the survey area north of Matthews Lake, two were found in the survey area to the east of Matthews Lake and three were discovered in the survey area south of Matthews Lake. The sites are discussed by survey area, from north to south. Undisturbed landforms with the greatest potential for archaeological sites were emphasized in each of the survey areas. However, not all landforms with good potential were traversed on foot and additional archaeological investigation would be required in advance of any significant surface disturbance in any of these survey areas.

4.3.1 Sites near the North Survey Area

Six sites were found in the North survey area. There is potential for additional sites on the portion of the esker and high bedrock ridge that were not traversed on foot. Other elevated landforms in this North survey area were traversed on foot, with negative results, including portions of the creek that flows through the lower terrain. Potential elsewhere in this survey area is judged to be low since the terrain is primarily low and poorly drained. The sites are discussed in the order they were discovered.

LaNv-1 (temporary number SG03-2)

LaNv-1 is located on an esker situated north of Matthews Lake and south of Courageous Lake. It is within the boundaries of the North survey area (Figure 4). The site is a very sparse (fewer than 25 specimens) lithic scatter located north and west of a small lake/pond encircled by esker deposits (Figure 7; Photo 13). The north and west shore of this lake have been used as an informal roadway either as a result of exploration or for recreational activities associated with

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Site LaNv-1

0 m 5 10 m

6 m steep drop to low, heavily vegetated area

north edge of esker

moderate to heavy vegetation cover

sparse scatter in exposure

dry depression

exposed gravel 1 flake and sand

moderate to heavy 1 flake vegetation cover

3 flakes

2 flakes

retouched unnamed flake lake

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Photo 13. Distant view northwest of LaNv-1 on opposite of lake/pond

Photo 14. View north of northern locality at LaNv-1

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Treeline Lodge. Some of the flakes located within the roadway are, thus, of questionable origin, but those located in an exposure to the north of the road are judged to be cultural.

The site as recorded covers an area approximately 40 m east-west by 55 m north-south (Figure 7). It is located in the interior (southern portion) of a relatively broad, level esker that is oriented roughly east-west. The lake/pond is 1-2 m lower in most portions and the slope leading down to it varies from moderate to steep. The northern locality of LaNv-1 (Photo 14), which is typified by better vegetation cover, yielded two definite white quartz flakes and one of almost clear quartz. Also noted were three chunky fragments of quartz. There is potential for additional specimens under the vegetation. A light scatter of flakes was noted on the north and west edges of the esker near this lake/pond (Photo 15), mostly within the casual use road. The north and west edges of the pond are characterized by sparse vegetation and extensive exposure. In total, fewer than 10 artifacts were evident to the west, including a marginally retouched pink quartz specimen (Photo 16).

The site area is characterized by fine gravel with sand and rock. The vegetation consist of a combination of shrubs, lichen and grasses, and includes bearberry, crowberry and blueberry, as well as patches of birch. There is a dry depression north of the east end of LaNv-1. No artifacts were collected. A number of GPS co-ordinates were collected from this site. Unexamined portions of the esker located to the west of LaNv-1 were not examined although a portion is within the North Survey area and all sections are judged to have high archaeological potential.

LaNv-2 (temporary number SG03-3)

Within the North survey area (Figure 4) and east of LaNv-1, the discontinuous east-west esker north of Matthews Lake runs into a large bedrock ridge. LaNv-2 is located at the base of this bedrock outcrop (Photo 17) and extends approximately 100 m east-west to the north of this landform; the site covers an area approximately 60 m north-south. The site is south of the edge of the esker, which in this area has been heavily used for exploration purposes and is a defined roadbed. Treeline Lodge continues to use this road for local access. A built road extends north of this esker road and probably provided access during excavation of a test shaft at the Fat Deposit (Figure 4). Although no artifacts were noted within the roadbed, it is possible that LaNv-2 originally extended north to the esker edge.

LaNv-2 consists of a number of localities containing varying frequencies of unworked quartz flakes. These localities are identified in Figure 8 and GPS co-ordinates were obtained for each locality. Locality one contained over 25 flakes of white quartz and one flake of good quality grey quartz. These specimens are evident in an area approximately 3 m by 3 m (Photo 18); additional material could be evident in surrounding areas, which are characterized by denser ground cover. To the west, Locality 2 contained fewer than 10 visible specimens in an area approximately 5 m by 5 m. This area is characterized by sparse ground cover. Locality 3 yielded over 10 specimens including one possible core fragment in an area approximately 10 m east-west by 4 m north-south; this locality is approximately 3 m south of the large, shallow depression at the northwest edge of LaNv-2. Most specimens at Locality 3 are near the edge of vegetation in an area with considerable exposure (Photo 19). To the east (Photo 20) Locality 4 yielded fewer than 25 specimens of white quartz in an area with good vegetation cover; there could be additional artifacts in this area. The visible artifacts are from an area approximately 6

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Photo 15. View southwest of LaNv-1, note vehicle tracks

Photo 16. Close up of pink quartz flake at LaNv-1

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Photo 17. View southwest of LaNv-2 and bedrock ridge to south

Photo 18. View north of Locality 1 at LaNv-2

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Site LaNv-2

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4 to 6 m drop 4 to 6 m drop slope

edge of esker used as roadway – exposed gravel and sand

Locality 5 0.5 m drop to slight depression Locality 4 Locality 1 Locality 3 Locality 2

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Photo 19. View east of Locality 3 at LaNv-2

Photo 20. View northeast of eastern end of LaNv-2

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m north-south by 5 m east-west. To the northeast, three white quartz flakes in an area with sparse vegetation cover characterize Locality 5.

Sand and gravel characterize the site area. The vegetation at LaNv-2 includes birch, willow, crowberry, blueberry, bearberry, moss, lichen and grasses. It is highly likely that this area has been used in the recent past, but except for within the roadbed, disturbance appears to be limited. It is possible it was used for storage or that it has been driven over by equipment. The site is south of the existing and modified roadbed, but is level and at the same elevation as the road. There is considerable potential for additional archaeological material under the sparse to dense vegetation cover that typifies LaNv-2.

LaNv-3 (temporary number SG03-4)

Only a small portion of the high bedrock ridge at the north end of Matthews Lake was traversed on foot (Photo 21). Part of this high ridge is within the North survey area. In the process of traversing this ridge, one new archaeological site was discovered near the southeastern end of the landform. It is highly likely that other, similar sites could be found to the west in portions that were not examined in detail.

LaNv-3 overlooks Matthews Lake (Photo 22). It is situated on the highest portion of the southeast end of a bedrock ridge and is within the North survey area. The site covers an area approximately 45 m east-west by 20 m north-south (Figure 9). Approximately 26 m to the south, there is a steep drop down about 3 m to a lower section of bedrock, followed by combination of moderate and steep slope leading down to Matthews Lake. To the east, the landform slopes gently for approximately 30 m then descends rather steeply to the heavily vegetated terrain approximately 10 m below.

The site area is within a gravel exposure characterized by rocks and bedrock outcrops (Photo 23). Five GPS co-ordinates were obtained for LaNv-3 – a north, south, east, west and central reading. The vegetation cover within the site is sparse and there is limited potential for buried archaeological material. Other portions of this landform have denser ground cover and could contain archaeological material. More than 10, but fewer than 25 specimens were lightly scattered across LaNv-3. All specimens were white quartz. No evidence of worked quartz veins were noted in the vicinity, but there is potential for such on this large landform.

LaNv-5 (temporary number SG03-6)

LaNv-5 is located on a well defined section of the east-west oriented esker north of Matthews Lake (Photo 24) and is east of the North survey area. The esker slopes steeply down to the south and north and moderately to the east and west. To the east, on a slightly lower portion of the esker is newly discovered archaeological site LaNv-6 (discussed below). To the north is a lower section of esker that is not as level and has been used repeatedly as a roadway for vehicles. The vegetation has been destroyed and hundreds and possibly thousands of pieces of quartz have been exposed along its length. These have undoubtedly been created by the vehicle traffic, likely a result of the passage of a tracked vehicle during a period of time with little or no snow cover. Although it is possible that some artifacts are of prehistoric origin, this could not be confirmed without testing, which was beyond the scope of this study.

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Photo 21. Aerial view of esker (foreground) and bedrock ridge (centre) north of Matthews

Photo 22. View south of Matthews Lake from LaNv-3

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Site LaNv-3

0 m5 10 m

sparse to moderate vegetation with gravel and bedrock exposures gentle slope

gentle slope

gentle slope sparse to moderate vegetation with gravel and bedrock gentle slope exposures steep sparse to moderate 10+ m drop vegetation with gravel and bedrock exposures

Matthews Lake ~120 m

moderate 3 m drop

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Photo 23. View northeast of LaNv-3

Photo 24. View west of southern edge of LaNv-5

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The edges of the higher portion of the esker containing LaNv-5 are exposed, but the central area is heavily vegetated and has potential for additional archaeological material (Photo 25). The site consists of a number of lithic concentrations and scattered individual artifacts covering an area approximately 170 m east-west by 20 m north-south. In an area approximately 8 m north-south by 5 m east-west at the southwestern corner of the LaNv-5 there is a concentration consisting of over 25 flakes of nice quality quartz. Near the centre of the site, a utilized flake of white chert was noted and collected (Figure 10). This is the only artifact collected from this site (see artifact catalogue in Appendix 1). Also near the centre of the site, there is a concentration of more than 50 flakes of white quartz. Similar concentrations were noted in the eastern portion of LaNv-5.

Except along the landform edges, the vegetation cover is relatively dense and consists of a combination of low shrubs, lichen, moss and grass. The shrubs include a variety of berry bushes and birch. The landform is characterized by gravel with sand. GPS co-ordinates were obtained for the north, south, east and west edges and for a central location. A drill collar was evident near the northwest corner of LaNv-5 and indicates that exploration activity has occurred on this landform.

LaNv-6 (temporary number SG03-7)

LaNv-6 is located at the east end of a section of well defined esker located north of Matthews Lake and is outside of the North survey area. The esker slopes steeply down to the north, south and east and moderately up to the southwest (Figure 11). Much of the site is covered by relatively dense vegetation (Photo 26), but the south and east edges of the landform are exposed. It is obvious, by the sparse vegetation that vehicle traffic has driven across this landform from the northwest corner to the eastern end (Photo 27) and on down the slope. The flakes within this roadway are questionable, but there are flakes and tools outside of this impact zone that support identification of this location as an archaeological site. The road continues to the west on a portion of the esker that is at the same elevation as LaNv-6. A slightly higher portion of this landform to the south and west contains previously discussed archaeological site LaNv-5.

A small concentration of quartz flakes is eroding out of the northeast edge of the site; none of these specimens were collected (Photo 28). A large partially retouched quartz artifact was collected from the northwest portion of the site (Photo 29). Three white chert artifacts were collected from the southeastern edge of the site; two were retouched (one may be a formed uniface fragment) and one was a small, unworked sharpening flake (see artifact catalogue in Appendix 1). The large quartz tool was collected because of its visibility and the three small artifacts were collected because of the material type, which is commonly associated with Arctic Small Tool tradition. A further reason for making these collections was that this site is very near the Treeline Lodge (Photo 26). A sparse scatter of flakes is evident across the site area and there is potential for additional artifacts under the grass cover.

The site covers an area approximately 70 m east-west by 45 m north-south. Vegetation consists of a variety of berry bushes, including crowberry, bearberry, and some blueberry, in addition to birch, lichen and grasses. There are patches of exposure throughout the site area. The landform consists of gravel and sand. Matthews Lake is located approximately 50 m to the south. A creek separates this site from the Treeline Lodge to the east. North, south, east, west and central GPS co-ordinates were recorded at LaNv-6.

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Photo 25. View northwest of central portion of LaNv-5

Photo 26. View east-northeast of LaNv-6

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1 Collected Artifact (utilized white chert flake)

Site LaNv-5

0 m 20 m

steep 6 m heavily vegetated drop

steep 2 m drop

heavily vegetated steep 4 –6 m drop moderate slope drill collar Site moderate vegetation with gravel and sand exposures 4 m LaNv-6 steep 4 m 1 drop drop

steep 6 m drop

undulating and heavily vegetated

Matthews Lake Site Area Lithic Concentration Toe of Slope Vehicular track

Break in Slope 1 Collected Artifact Creek

Site LaNv-6

0 m 10 20 m

steep 6-8 m drop

level gentle shallow slope depression sparse to dense 30 m 2 m higher vegetation cover gentle section of slope steep 6-8 m esker drop Site 1-3 LaNv-5

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Photo 27. View west of LaNv-6 showing vehicle track

Photo 28. Close up of flakes in northeast portion of LaNv-6

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Photo 29. Close up of retouched quartz tool in northwest portion of LaNv-6

Photo 30. View east of drilling/exploration debris at LaNv-7

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LaNv-7 (temporary number SG03-8)

LaNv-7 is located on a low terrace/beach remnant at the north end of Matthews Lake and outside the North survey area. It is situated between LaNv-5 and LaNv-3. Disturbance is evident in the form of a vehicle track and debris from drilling or exploration (Photo 30). The landform is characterized by exposed gravel with sand (Photo 31; Figure 12). The landform continues to the west, but is typified by heavy vegetation cover; it is possible that additional archaeological deposits could be evident in this area. The site is over 100 m north of Matthews Lake (Photo 32).

LaNv-7 covers an area approximately 45 m east-west by 30 m north-south. Five artifacts were collected from LaNv-7 and a sparse scatter of unworked flakes was left in situ (in place). The five artifacts are all bifaces or biface fragments (see artifact catalogue in Appendix 1). Artifact #1 is a white quartz biface end fragment (Photo 33). Artifacts #2 and #3 are two fragments of a single complete formed biface (Photo 34); this grey quartz tool may have been broken by the drilling/exploration activity since it is locate in an area with debris. The two fragments were found within 1 m of one another. Also found nearby (within 1 m), was another biface end fragment (artifact #4) similar to artifact #1, this one also of white quartz. Found near the north edge of the site was a small, stemmed biface (Photo 35) of pinkish quartzite (artifact #5). These items were collected because they are highly visible and are near the lodge.

Vegetation is sparse within the site, but dense on surrounding landforms, including a continuation of the terrace/beach remnant. Crowberry and bearberry are dominant, along with birch and grasses. The area has been disturbed and waste rock was found in and around artifacts #2 through #4. Artifact #1 was located adjacent to a vehicle track, which continues up onto the esker to the east where it runs north of nearby LaNv-5. North, south, east, west and centre GPS co-ordinates were recorded for LaNv-7.

4.3.2 Sites in the Central Survey Area

Only two archaeological sites were found within the Central survey area. Both were small and contained limited archaeological data. Only one well defined landform with moderate to high archaeological potential was examined in this survey area. Although there may be some smaller, elevated landforms that might justify ground reconnaissance (especially in association with Matthews Lake), archaeological potential is generally low. There is potential for similar small, sparse sites, elsewhere on the larger landform that was examined. The sites are discussed in the order they were discovered.

LaNv-4 (temporary number SG03-5)

LaNv-4 was found during a cursory examination of the eastern portion of the first elevated landform east of Matthews Lake. This landform is characterized by undulating terrain that ranges from sparsely to heavily vegetated. Bedrock outcrops are evident throughout the landform. LaNv-4 was found near the eastern edge of this landform and LaNv-11 is near the western edge.

LaNv-4 consists of a presumably intentional arrangement of rocks. The presumed intent is the

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Photo 31. View east of LaNv-7

Photo 32. View south of Matthews Lake from north edge of LaNv-7

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Site LaNv-7

0 m5 10 m

heavily vegetated

5 4 m higher level esker

exposed gravel and sand gentle slope

gentle slope 1 heavily vegetated 2-4 beach / terrace

0.5 m drop

heavily vegetated ~100 m to Matthews 2 m drop Lake heavily vegetated ARCHAEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS FOR SEABRIDGE GOLD INC. AT THE COURAGEOUS LAKE PROPERTY

Photo 33. Close up of artifact #1 at LaNv-7

Photo 34. Close up of artifacts #2 and #3 at LaNv-7 (broken biface)

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Photo 35. Close up of artifact #5 at LaNv-7

Photo 36. Close up of windbreak at LaNv-4

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creation of a windbreak for a fire (Photo 36). It is located within 10 m of the remnants of early (1940s) drilling activity consisting of some narrow diameter drill core and the boxes used for their storage (Photo 37). It is highly likely that the windbreak relates to exploration activity and is not associated with earlier human use of this landform. A single GPS co-ordinate was recorded for this isolated rock feature.

LaNv-11 (temporary number SG03-12)

More intensive examination was undertaken of the western portion of the elevated landform east of Matthews Lake where LaNv-11 was found. LaNv-11 is located in an area characterized by gently undulating terrain consisting primarily of bedrock exposures (Photo 38). LaNv-11 is near the southwestern corner of this landform and overlooks a small lake to the south. The site consists of an isolated find that was collected (see artifact catalogue in Appendix 1). The tool is a small formed uniface of white chert and is suggestive of the Arctic Small Tool tradition.

The tool was collected from the south side of a broad, low bedrock exposure. To the east was an area of slightly upthrust bedrock (Figure 13). The site is over 80 m south of the east-west road leading to the airstrip esker. It should be noted that the road is incorrectly identified on the 1:50,000 topographic map and is actually north of its plotted location. The small lake is approximately 120 m south of the site. Vegetation cover ranges from sparse to heavy in this area and there is limited potential for additional sparse, small sites in the vicinity. A single GPS co- ordinate was recorded for LaNv-11.

4.3.3 Sites within the South Survey Area

Three sites were located within the South survey area. The majority of the elevated landforms within this survey area were examined to some extent. Emphasis was placed on the highest landforms in the area and any elevated landforms near Matthews Lake. This survey area includes the Tundra Mine, but the only ground examination in the vicinity involved a limited area of somewhat elevated terrain near the tailings pond. Other disturbed areas associated with this development were not examined in detail. The sites are discussed in the order they were discovered.

LaNv-8 (temporary number SG03-9)

LaNv-8 is located at the height of land on a bedrock ridge south of Matthews Lake and the Tundra Mine. The bedrock exposures in this area contain a number of quartz veins, some of which are surrounded by shatter that could be natural or the result of modern mineral exploration. However, a central portion of this landform contains a dense quantity of quartz flakes that are identified as prehistoric. Over 100 flakes are evident on the surface of the northern portion of this landform (Figure 14; Photos 39 and 40) and another small concentration of 25 to 50 flakes is evident near the southwestern edge. A light scatter of flakes is evident throughout the site, which covers an area approximately 20 m north-south by 15 m east-west. Although there are some shatter specimens, the majority are thin, well defined flakes of primarily white quartz. There is the suggestion of retouch on some specimens. None of these artifacts were collected because the site is isolated and the artifacts are not threatened.

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Photo 37. View west of small diameter drill core and core boxes near LaNv-4

Photo 38. View east of LaNv-11 (flagging tape in foreground identifies the isolated find)

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Site LaNv-11

0 m 2 4 m

82 m to base of heavily slope at road vegetated

gentle gentle slope moderate slope slope

82 m to west edge of low bedrock exposure elevated area upthrust bedrock 1 outcrop partially vegetated 120 m to northwest corner of partially moderate small lake vegetated slope

gentle slope gentle slope moderate slope Site Area Lithic Concentration Bedrock Outcrop Break in Slope

Site LaNv-8

refuse from old 0.5 m exploration drop activities slightly lower scattered quartz shatter and veins 0.5 -1 m rocks and drop gravel 0 m 4 m 0.5 m drop

Close-up of 50 m LaNv-8 site area (to scale)

20 m

35 m 10 m 3 to 5 m (between bases lower of slopes) Site LaNv-9 heavily vegetated

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Photo 39. View north of LaNv-8

Photo 40. View south of LaNv-8

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There are no quartz veins within the site area, but there are a number to the north and east. A lower portion of this landform to the west contains debris associated with early mining exploration. Vegetation within the site is relatively sparse, but bearberry, blueberry, cloudberry and birch are represented. The landform consists of sparse gravel deposits surrounded by bedrock exposures. North, south, east, west and centre GPS co-ordinates were recorded.

LaNv-9 (temporary number SG03-10)

LaNv-9 is located on the same high bedrock-based ridge as LaNv-8, but is on a slightly lower and separate landform. It is over 35 m east of LaNv-8 on a smaller bedrock-based exposure. At the north edge of LaNv-9, there is a partially exposed quartz vein eroding out of the bedrock that has been battered. Scattered along the north edge of the landform above are concentrations of lithics (Figure 15), possibly removed from this vein at some time in the past. Although many are shatter specimens, there are also thin flakes of quartz in these concentrations. It is estimated that more than 100 artifacts are visible on the surface. There is a light scatter of flakes and shatter south of these concentrations for a distance of approximately 10 m. All artifacts were left in situ since this site is isolated and the artifacts are not threatened.

LaNv-9 covers an area approximately 12 m east-west by 14 m north-south. Because of its small size, only a central GPS co-ordinate was recorded. The landform is partially vegetated with willow, birch, crowberry, cloudberry, blueberry and bearberry (Photos 41 and 42). The landform consists of bedrock outcrops and gravel and sand exposures. There is potential for additional quartz veins and associated lithic scatters on other portions of this large bedrock ridge. Although it is possible that this site could relate to exploration activity, the placement and size of the quartz specimens is more suggestive of prehistoric quarrying for the manufacture of stone tools.

LaNv-10 (temporary number SG03-11)

LaNv-10 is located on a high (approximately 15 m) bedrock outcrop located at the south end of Matthews Lake. It is approximately 150 m south of the lake and the same distance west of a small drainage (Figure 16). LaNv-10 is an isolated find consisting of a formed biface end fragment (Photo 43). It is white quartz and was collected (see artifact catalogue in Appendix 1) because of its high visibility and proximity to the Tundra mine site. LaNv-10 is partially vegetated (Photo 44) and the surrounding area is densely vegetated. Because it is an isolated find, only a single GPS co-ordinate was recorded.

Other similar landforms located in the South survey area were examined on foot during the 2003 field investigations; no archaeological sites were found elsewhere. There is potential, however, for additional sites on the higher and larger bedrock outcrops and ridges, including that containing LaNv-8 and LaNv-9.

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Site LaNv-9

0 m 2 4 m

moderate heavily vegetated 2 m drop 1 m 2 m drop drop

35 m to LaNv-8

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Photo 41. View north of LaNv-9

Photo 42. Close up of northern edge of LaNv-9

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Site LaNv-10

0 m 2 4 m

~150 m to Matthews Lake

~150 m to creek

partially vegetated bedrock outcrop

heavily vegetated shallow depression in partially vegetated heavily vegetated bedrock outcrop

partially vegetated bedrock outcrop ARCHAEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS FOR SEABRIDGE GOLD INC. AT THE COURAGEOUS LAKE PROPERTY

Photo 43. Close up of biface fragment at LaNv-10

Photo 44. View north of LaNv-10

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5.0 Conclusions and Recommendations

The archaeological investigations conducted at the Courageous Lake Property involved a combination of potential assessment and ground truthing of selected areas and were intended to be preliminary, that is, to provide direction for future studies. The selected areas were identified by EBA and consisted of three localities in which it is predicted exploration and associated activity will most likely occur in the near future. Once the ground truthing was completed, sites co-ordinates were provided to EBA to ensure that proposed 2004 drilling activity would not impact the newly discovered sites. It was recommended that the sites be identified as areas to be avoided rather than as archaeological resources.

5.1 Summary of Site Potential

The helicopter reconnaissance permitted examination of a relatively large area, not all of which will necessarily be included in the Seabridge exploration program. During the reconnaissance, areas judged to have moderate to high archaeological potential were identified on field maps so that a sample of such locations could be tested during the ground reconnaissance portion of the study. Several of the areas examined yielded archaeological sites, but others did not. This is typical of potential assessments. Not all landforms with potential will contain archaeological sites, but the fact that sites are found justifies the investigation of similar locations. While conducting the helicopter reconnaissance, two highly visible traditional/historic sites and one burial site were encountered and recorded. All three were found outside of the selected survey areas.

Because ground reconnaissance was restricted to the three selected areas, it was not possible to investigate some high potential areas – the vicinities of Courageous and Mackay Lakes and the area surrounding Nodinka Narrows. However, there is little doubt that sites will occur in these areas. Other areas identified in the helicopter reconnaissance as having moderate or greater archaeological potential include eskers, high bedrock ridges overlooking lakes or valley systems, elevated terrain inland from lakes and drainages (especially the first elevated terrain inland from such water sources) and locations providing a strategic viewpoint or travel route.

Within and near the North survey area, the esker was tentatively identified as having the greatest archaeological potential (high), followed by the bedrock ridge (moderate potential) immediately north of Matthews Lake. Both locations contain archaeological resources and it is likely that both should be considered to have high potential for additional archaeological resources. Also identified as tentatively having moderate potential were a number of slightly elevated landforms overlooking the low wet areas north of the esker or adjacent to the creek system that drains this area. No sites were found on these landforms suggesting the potential is low-moderate rather than moderate.

Within the Central survey area, two landforms were identified as having moderate archaeological potential. Both represent the first elevated terrain inland from Matthews Lake. The better defined landform that was fully contained within the survey area was examined as a test of the potential assessment and archaeological resources, albeit small and sparse, were encountered.

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Within the South survey area, three types of landforms were identified as having moderate or greater archaeological potential. The greatest potential was predicted for elevated landforms adjacent to Matthews Lake and high bedrock ridges; one of each contained archaeological resources. Slightly elevated landforms adjacent to smaller lakes were examined with negative results.

5.2 Summary of Survey Results

Helicopter reconnaissance resulted in the discovery of three highly visible traditional/historic sites – a 1940s tent frame/foundation (LbNw-1), a cabin likely also built in the 1940s, but utilized more recently (LbNw-2) and a burial site (LbNw-3). Ground reconnaissance was relatively limited, but resulted in the discovery of 10 prehistoric sites and one site likely associated with early exploration (LaNv-4). It should be noted that the four traditional/historic sites were located on terrain that would be rated moderate or higher in terms of archaeological potential although that is not always the case with such sites.

Two of the 10 prehistoric sites were isolated finds, which are difficult to locate. One was in the Central survey area and the other in the South survey area. The artifacts at LbNw-10 and LbNw- 11 were collected and there is little potential for buried archaeological deposits at either site since they are located on bedrock-based landforms. There is potential for additional similar sites in the Central area, however. The formed biface fragment from LbNw-10 is not time diagnostic, but the white chert tool collected from LbNw-11 (Central survey area) is highly suggestive of the Arctic Small Tool tradition (ca. 2500-3500 B.P.).

Five prehistoric sites were found on or near eskers, all five are lithic scatters although the number of tools recovered from LaNv-7 is somewhat suggestive of a temporary hunting camp. LaNv-5 and LaNv-6 yielded white chert tools, which are somewhat suggestive of the Arctic Small Tool tradition. LaNv-1 yielded a single quartz tool, which was not collected, while the archaeological content of LaNv-2 was restricted to unworked quartz flakes and a possible core. There is potential for additional archaeological material beneath the vegetation cover at all five sites. Additional sites could be found on continuations of the esker containing these sites.

Three prehistoric sites were discovered at the height of land on two bedrock ridges. LaNv-3 (North survey area) consisted of a relatively sparse lithic scatter, but the frequency of flakes was high at both LaNv-8 and LaNv-9 (South survey area). Because of the presence of quartz veins in the bedrock typical of this area, it is highly likely that additional sites will be found on similar landforms. There is potential for additional sites on the bedrock ridge north of Matthews Lake. With the profusion of early exploration that has occurred in this area, it is necessary to be careful about separating prehistoric lithic scatters from debris that results from geological exploration, thus, locations with a predominance of shatter and large fragments are generally not identified as archaeological sites.

The majority of the tools and lithic debris found at the 10 prehistoric sites are not time or function diagnostic. The formed bifaces and unifaces are, however, suggestive of hunting related activities. The white chert tools are suggestive of the Arctic Small Tool tradition, but the sample is too small to be conclusive. The other tools, including the small stemmed point from LaNv-7,

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are most likely related to use since 2500 BP, but there is always potential for evidence of earlier occupations to be encountered.

It is evident that sites have been disturbed by previous exploration activity and by activities associated with the mining camp, which is now operated as Treeline Lodge. Since archaeological surveys were not conducted prior to any previous mining activity, it is not surprising that this has occurred. It is only by recording sites that we can attempt to ensure that they are avoided by development activity. Evidence of early and more recent mining exploration was encountered throughout the three survey areas. There are drill collars, core fragments, core holes and stripped and bleached or exploded areas of bedrock throughout these areas.

No disturbances were noted at LbNw-3 (burial site) or at LbNw-1 where there is suggestion of an early exploration camp. It is suspected that visitors to the area have vandalized/collected from the cabin at LbNw-2. This site is readily accessible, being on the shore of Courageous Lake. No impact has occurred at LaNv-3, but exploration drilling has been undertaken nearby. LaNv-4 and LaNv-11 are near both early and more recent exploration activity, but have not been impacted. The same applies to LaNv-8 and LaNv-9.

LaNv-1 has been and continues to be impacted by vehicle travel. It is likely that LaNv-2 has been impacted slightly in the past, but no tracks were evident during field reconnaissance Relatively recent drilling activity (large diameter drill collar) has occurred on LaNv-5, but does not appear to have resulted in significant impact. Vehicle traffic, likely tracked, has impacted the vegetation at LaNv-6 and could result in increased exposure, thus, threatening the site deposits. Tracked vehicle activity has definitely impacted the area to the west of LaNv-6 and may have impacted archaeological deposits as well. Within the scope of this study, it was not possible to determine if any of the quartz specimens in this area were archaeological, rather than recent. Drilling/exploration debris and vehicle traffic has impacted the surface of LaNv-7.

5.3 Recommendations on Future Archaeological Investigations

Since no specific drill locations or development areas were identified to Points West, no attempt was undertaken to determine if any of these sites are threatened by proposed activity. In addition, because impact potential could not be determined, site significance assessments were not undertaken. It is recommended that all development/drilling plans identified by Seabridge be reviewed by an archaeologist familiar with the recorded sites and potential assessments. The objectives are to determine if further work is required to locate archaeological sites in areas not previously examined and to ensure that known sites are not impacted. If known sites are threatened and can not be avoided, it would be necessary to assess these sites through subsurface testing. Depending on test results, it may be necessary to conduct systematic data recovery through a combination of subsurface excavation and/or surface collection. Additional research and consultation with relevant First Nations and land users would assist in future studies and site assessment.

Archaeological ground reconnaissance should be conducted on all moderate to high potential landforms in advance of any ground altering activity. It is also recommended that winter road routes be examined. Since it is possible that there are intact archaeological deposits near the airport esker (which was not examined), if any use or development of this area is proposed, it

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should also be preceded by archaeological inventory. It is further recommended that a sample of low and low-moderate potential areas be examined when feasible as a test of the potential assessments. Because of the nature of archaeological resources, these investigations must be conducted under snow-free conditions and when the upper deposits are not frozen. An individual qualified to hold an appropriate Northwest Territories Archaeologists Permit must conduct the work. Since there is potential for archaeological deposits beneath the vegetation cover, more detailed archaeological investigation (that is, subsurface testing) may be required in areas for which intensive development is proposed, even if a surface inventory has already been conducted.

Exploration activities are evident throughout the study area, on low terrain that is poorly drained, as well as on bedrock ridges and eskers suggestive of good archaeological potential. In addition to ensuring that plans are reviewed and archaeological inventories are conducted, Seabridge should inform all crews of the protected nature of archaeological sites and instruct them to leave all artifacts in place. According to Section 6 of the Mackenzie Valley Land Use Regulations, unless expressly authorized by a permit or in writing by an inspector, no permittee shall conduct a land use operation within 30 meters of a known monument or a known or suspected historical, archaeological site or burial ground. Thus, if an unknown archaeological site is encountered during exploration, all work in the vicinity should cease and the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre should be contacted.

In the event that an archaeological site is encountered during activities such as survey or reconnaissance that do not involve ground alteration, GPS co-ordinates should be recorded and provided to the Seabridge archaeologist who will confirm the nature of the site when in the study area. Vehicle traffic, especially tracked vehicles, should not be permitted in areas with moderate or greater archaeological potential unless detailed ground reconnaissance has been conducted with no sites discovered. The most important areas for all activities to avoid are the shores of the major lakes, eskers and bedrock ridges or elevated bedrock outcrops.

Although not the responsibility of Seabridge, recreational activities also occur throughout the study area. It is recommended that camps be informed that vehicle traffic should be restricted to existing roadways and areas that have been extensively disturbed by past activities, such as mine sites and quarries. Use of relatively intact eskers as a roadway should not be permitted. Most recreational activities in this area will not significantly impact most types of archaeological sites, however, vandalism and the removal of “interesting” items has likely occurred. Seabridge must ensure that their personnel do not contribute to the loss of archaeological information.

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Boas, F. 1964 The Central Eskimo. University of Nebraska Press, London.

Borden, C. 1952 A Uniform Site Designation Scheme for Canada. Anthropology in British Columbia No. 3, pp. 44-48.

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Bussey, J. (continued) 2002a 2001 Archaeological Investigations at the Ekati Diamond Mine™, NWT. Report submitted to Rescan Environmental Services Ltd., Vancouver and BHP Billiton Diamonds Inc., Yellowknife 2002b Tibbitt to Contwoyto Winter Road Project – 2001 Archaeological Investigations. Report submitted to EBA Engineering Consultants Ltd., Vancouver and the Tibbitt to Contwoyto Winter Road Joint Venture, Yellowknife. 2002c 2001 Snap Lake Diamond Project Archaeological Program. Report submitted to De Beers Canada Mining Inc., Yellowknife. 2003a 2002 Archaeological Investigations at the Ekati Diamond Mine™. Report submitted to Rescan Environmental Services Ltd., Vancouver and BHP Billiton Diamonds Inc., Yellowknife. 2003b 2002 Archaeological Investigations: Tibbitt to Contwoyto Winter Road Project. Report submitted to EBA Engineering Consultants Ltd., Vancouver and the Tibbitt to Contwoyto Winter Road Joint Venture, Yellowknife. n.d. 2003 Archaeological Investigations at the Ekati Diamond Mine™, NWT. Report under preparation.

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7.0 GLOSSARY

ASTt Arctic Small Tool tradition; an early Inuit culture (also called Pre-Dorset) characterized by use of distinctive small tools, usually of light coloured cherts

B.P. before present – used to refer to age of archaeological materials or cultures; is generally relative to 1950 biface a stone tool worked on both sides or “faces”; also referred to as a formed biface, projectile point, knife, etc., depending on degree of modification, shape, function and other factors camp an archaeological site containing cultural material suggestive of a variety of activities and/or containing structural or hearth remains

debitage the unworked flakes discarded during the manufacture of stone tools

feature non-portable artifact of human construction; examples include hearths, tent rings and caches

flake fragment of rock discarded during core reduction or the manufacture of stone tools (see debitage and lithics)

historic refers to the period of time for which there are written records; also referred to as post-contact

isolated find an archaeological site consisting of a single artifact, whether an unworked flake, stone tool or other specimen

lanceolate a long, narrow “lance-shaped” biface or spear point

lithic stone; also used as alternate word for debitage or flake

lithic scatter an archaeological site consisting of unworked flakes and/or stone tools (also referred to as an artifact scatter) lookout an archaeological site presumed to have served as a strategic location for viewing the surrounding terrain

Plano tradition refers to a Paleo-Indian culture characterized by distinctive lanceolate- shaped spear points

prehistoric refers to the period of time prior to written records; also referred to as pre- contact

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quarry a location where outcroppings of a lithic material suitable for stone tool manufacture has been quarried or mined

scraper for the purposes of this study, a stone tool worked intensively on one face or side assumed to have been used to scrape hides and other materials; often called a formed uniface when it has been intentionally shaped

Shield Archaic a culture that follows and may be ancestral to the Plano tradition

Taltheilei tradition a culture that is associated with the Athapaskan occupation that followed the Arctic Small Tool tradition tent ring a ring of rocks presumably used to hold down a tent or tipi-like structure workshop archaeological site containing a significant quantity of lithic material suggesting intensive use of locally available stone to manufacture tools or tool blanks/preforms

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APPENDIX 1. ARTIFACT CATALOGUES

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Artifact Catalogue for LaNv-5

Art. No. Unit Level Material Description 1 west central area of site surface white chert unifacially marginally utilized flake fragment weight = 2.32 grams

Artifact Catalogue for LaNv-6

Art. No. Unit Level Material Description 1 southeast quadrant of site surface white chert unifacially retouched fragment, possible formed uniface fragment weight = 1.14 grams 2 southeast quadrant of site; surface white chert unworked resharpening flake adjacent to artifact #1 weight = 0.05 grams 3 southeast quadrant of site; surface white chert lateral bifacially retouched fragment 2 m north and 1 m west weight = 0.49 of artifact #1 4 northwest quadrant of site surface grey quartz partially retouched quartz chunk – possibly an incomplete biface preform length = 8.80 cm width = 5.13 cm thickness = 1.91 cm weight = 94.94 grams

Artifact Catalogue for LaNv-10

Art. No. Unit Level Material Description 1 isolated find surface white quartz large formed biface end fragment weight = 29.30 grams

weights provided for all artifacts; measurements provided only for complete or nearly complete tools

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Artifact Catalogue for LaNv-7

Art. No. Unit Level Material Description 1 southeast quadrant of site at surface white quartz formed biface end fragment south edge weight = 19.65 grams

2 central portion of site at surface grey quartz formed biface end fragment that joins with south edge; near disturbance artifact #3 to make a complete biface/biface and within 1 m of art #2 and preform #3 weight = 26.97 grams 3 as above surface grey quartz formed biface end fragment that joins with artifact #2 to make a complete biface/biface preform weight = 11.87 4 as above surface white quartz biface end fragment weight = 11.59 5 central portion of site at surface pink quartzite crudely bifacially retouched formed biface, north edge stemmed length = 3.10 cm width (shoulder) = 1.86 cm width (neck) = 1.20 cm width (stem) = 1.25 thickness = 0.73 cm weight = 4.41 grams measurements for joined artifacts #2 and #3 length = 7.34 cm width = 3.38 cm thickness = 1.48 cm weight = 38.84

Artifact Catalogue for LaNv-11

Art. No. Unit Level Material Description 1 isolated find on bedrock surface white chert small formed uniface fragment; heavily patinated outcrop on edges by lichen; steep retouch on one edge, possible retouch on opposite weight = 1.82 grams

weights provided for all artifacts; measurements provided only for complete or nearly complete tools

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Appendix 4 Courageous Lake Wildlife Protection Plan, August 2012

Courageous Lake Wildlife Protection Plan October 2012

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

COURAGEOUS LAKE WILDLIFE PROTECTION PLAN

Table of Contents

Table of Contents ...... i

1. Introduction ...... 1-1 1.1 Wildlife Monitor ...... 1-1

2. WPP1: Waste Management Practices ...... 2-1

3. WPP2: Roads and Traffic Management ...... 3-1

4. WPP3: Caribou Protection Plan ...... 4-1 4.1 Caribou Protection Measures ...... 4-1

5. WPP4: Aircraft Management Practices ...... 5-1

6. WPP5: Wildlife Protection – Other ...... 6-1

7. WPP6: Training Needs and Schedule ...... 7-1

Appendix 1: Standard Operating Procedure – Caribou Ground Monitoring ...... A-1

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1. Introduction

A major goal of Seabridge Gold Inc. and its contractors is to minimize the potential effects of their operations on the wildlife resources and habitats present in the vicinity of the Project area. Progress towards this goal will be accomplished through the application of the best management practices and procedures described in this Wildlife Protection Plan (WPP).

The following procedures relate to six practices:

o WPP1: Waste Management

o WPP2: Traffic Management

o WPP3: Caribou Protection Measures

o WPP4: Aircraft Management

o WPP5: Wildlife Protection – Other Species

o WPP6: Awareness and Training

In 2010 baseline studies were initiated to delineate the distribution and movements of wildlife across the project area. These observations will provide the information necessary to react quickly to the presence of wildlife in the vicinity of drill sites and other human activity.

This plan is meant to be a living document. It is specific to the current phase of operation, which is small-scale exploration. This plan will be revised as information on wildlife movements and distribution is obtained, and as industrial activity increases.

1.1 WILDLIFE MONITOR Successful implementation of these procedures requires a key person who will be first contact for wildlife issues. This person is named the “Wildlife Monitor” and will work in association with the Seabridge Camp Manager.

The Monitor will ensure that the procedures necessary for the protection of wildlife are being followed. As set out in Appendix 1, the main task of the Monitor will be to monitor caribou presence in the area and determine when it is necessary to implement measures to protect them.

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2. WPP1: Waste Management Practices

The Land Use Permit dictates waste disposal and incineration methods, housekeeping standards, secondary containment requirements for fuel storage, inventory control and reporting methods. This plan will support compliance with permit conditions. The following specifically relates to preventing habituation of wildlife and ensuring human safety.

Objective(s): i. Prevent habituation of wildlife to food and garbage ii. Prevent attraction of wildlife to camps iii. Ensure safety of humans and wildlife Management Practice WPP1: Waste Management Location: Courageous Lake camp Management Procedures: 1. Incinerators: All food wastes and containers must be incinerated completely on a daily basis. When camps are closed for the season, incinerators must be cleaned out completely. 2. Education: Prior to camp opening each year, the Camp Manager will ensure all camp operators and staff are advised on the proper procedures for disposing of food wastes and containers (See WPP6 Training Schedule). 3. Monitoring: The person responsible for closing the camp will conduct an inspection. He/she will walk the entire perimeter of the camp, and around all buildings. The incinerator will be investigated. Any food waste and unburned or partly burned materials will be collected and removed from site.

Location: All locations away from camp Management Procedures: 1. All food waste and other garbage must be temporarily stored in garbage bags and/or packs or other containers until they can be brought back to camp and disposed of properly.

2. Littering is prohibited. Littering includes disposing of any and all food wastes on the land.

3. It is strictly forbidden for any individual to feed wildlife, including ravens, foxes and wolves while on site. 4. If any foxes or wolves approach humans they should be chased away by shouting and making threatening moves. Habituation to people should be strongly discouraged. 5. Education: An Orientation Program will be provided for all camp residents. The importance of proper wildlife management will be part of this overall program.

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3. WPP2: Roads and Traffic Management

There are a number of roads on site and personnel have been encouraged to use roads, in lieu of helicopters. Both vehicles and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) can be expected on the roads. There is a potential of wildlife disturbance due to the operation of these vehicles.

Objective(s): i. Minimize disturbance to wildlife by facilitating wildlife use of roads and use of adjacent habitat ii. Minimize the potential for road kills iii. Ensure safety of humans and wildlife Management Practice WPP2: Traffic Management Location: Any location on roads Management Procedures: Speed Restrictions Speed restrictions will be clearly communicated to all drivers. 1. Vehicles will not exceed 50 kph.

Management Procedures: Wildlife Encounters and Reporting 1. Wildlife have the right of way.

2. Vehicles are requested to slow down or stop to permit the movement of wildlife across roads.

3. The Monitor will be first point of contact for encounters with herds of caribou and for all other wildlife issues. 4. If the Monitor indicates that movement of caribou is interacting with exploration drilling, drilling and traffic may be suspended until the movement has been completed. 5. All individuals are asked to report wildlife infractions to either the Monitor or Camp Manager which include but are not limited to the following:

o Injured and Dead Wildlife (Road Kills and other Mortality)

o Harassment of Wildlife

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4. WPP3: Caribou Protection Plan

Courageous Lake has traditionally been an important migratory corridor for the Bathurst Caribou herd in spring and fall. To the south and southeast, Courageous Lake connects to Mackay Lake, an important lake ethnographically and traditionally. Nodinka Narrows to the south of Matthews Lake is one of the narrows along Mackay Lake that provides a crossing for caribou on their annual migration.

The Bathurst caribou herd has passed through the Lac de Gras/Alymer Lake region in spring, summer, and fall periods since at least 1997. Surveys conducted from 1998 to 2005 in various locations across the Slave Geological Province suggest that caribou do not use the Courageous Lake area as extensively as the Lac de Gras/Alymer Lake region. Although Seabridge’s claim-block lies within the annual range of the Bathurst caribou herd, it lies relatively close to the treeline and caribou largely utilize the area during north – south migration only. Few caribou, if any caribou, are present during mid-summer.

Although there are yearly variations, typical caribou movement patterns include spring and fall migrations which begin in late April and mid-September, respectively, and continue for approximately four weeks. During June, July, and August, caribou disperse across summer rangelands, including the Courageous Lake/MacKay Lake area and spend time grazing in wetlands. By October the herd is migrating southward to their wintering grounds below the treeline.

4.1 CARIBOU PROTECTION MEASURES Caribou are most likely to encounter people and industrial activity in spring and fall. Spring migration is a more sensitive period than fall, as the pregnant cows are motivated to reach calving grounds.

The greatest potential impact to caribou is disturbance, primarily due to noise from aircraft and project activities. The primary mitigation for caribou is avoidance followed by monitoring.

The following procedures will be implemented to minimize disturbance to caribou:

Objective(s): i. Avoid and minimize disturbance to caribou when they are in the Project Area Management Practice WPP3: Caribou Protection Measures Location: Any location in the Project Area Management Procedures: Roads and Traffic 1. Caribou sightings are to be reported to the Monitor. 2. Along the roads, animals including caribou have the right-of-way. 3. If necessary, traffic will stop to enable crossings of groups or to allow groups of caribou paralleling the road to move into adjacent habitat.

Management Procedures: Drill Sites 1. If caribou are seen, either within 500 m, or at a greater distance of active drilling, the observer will inform the camp manager of their approach (number seen, distance from site, and travelling direction), and discuss adaptive management strategies with camp manager. 2. In either case, helicopter flights near the caribou, and below 500 m elevation will not be conducted.

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3. Observer will continuously monitor caribou while they are within 500 m. 4. The drill can continue to turn while caribou are within the 500 m buffer, but all other work must cease. This work includes helicopter slinging/transportation and other movement that would disturb the caribou. 5. If a caribou makes its way to an operating, stationary drill than this action is not deemed as harassment, but operations that are non-stationary and imposing will not be conducted if they interfere with the caribou. 6. If the caribou come within 500 m of an operating drill that is scheduled to be moved, the move will not be conducted until the caribou leave the buffer area.

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5. WPP4: Aircraft Management Practices

Activities at the Courageous Lake Project related to exploration, geotechnical investigations and the environmental baseline program involve air traffic, mainly helicopter and smaller twin-engine fixed wing aircraft. The use of aircraft requires pilots, and project personnel directing pilots, to be aware of the potential disturbances to wildlife and the requirements of the various permits and licenses. In addition, hunters and/or recreational users may be present in the project area at any time of the year.

Aircraft can cause disturbance to wildlife by interrupting their activities (i.e., feeding, nesting, migration, etc.) and possibly causing the animals to leave the area and leave important habitats. Caribou are particularly sensitive to aircraft noise.

Aircraft can cause disturbance to hunters or other land users (i.e., tourists) during low level flights that disturb the people and/or the wildlife they may be pursuing. Currently Bathurst caribou are protected from hunting due to their low numbers; however other species (wolves, wolverine) can still be hunted. Hunters are most likely in winter and fall; tourists are most likely in summer and fall.

Transport Canada regulations require aircraft to maintain an altitude of 1000’ (303 m). The NWT Wildlife Act protects wildlife by making it illegal to disturb or harass them. Flying too low constitutes harassment.

Objective(s): i. Avoid and minimize disturbance to wildlife and other land-users from aircraft Management Practice WPP4: Aircraft Management Practices Location: Any location in the Project Area Management Procedures: Aircraft 1. Minimize the number of flights. 2. Implement a minimum 1000‘ flight altitude when caribou are in the area (primarily in the spring and fall seasons). 3. Hovering or circling around wildlife may greatly increase disturbances and must be avoided. 4. Inform pilots of wildlife sensitive areas. 5. Pilots to report caribou sightings. 6. Exceptions:

o Low-level flights are required during slinging operations in the vicinity of the Courageous Lake camp and on occasion at other locations, where short distances are involved and caribou are not present (see Caribou Protection Measures).

o Low-level flights are permitted during wildlife surveys, as directed by the wildlife monitor.

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6. WPP5: Wildlife Protection – Other

Other sensitive wildlife locations include active bear and wolf dens, migratory bird staging sites and bird nesting areas. These locations will be identified and protected; however, new locations may be encountered during drilling activity. Thus, wildlife inspections should be conducted approximately 3 hours prior to the movement of drills to a new location. Wildlife biologists will be advised and will conduct inspections.

Objective(s): i. Avoid and minimize disturbance to other wildlife from drilling activities Management Practice WPP5: Wildlife Protection - Other Location: Any location in the Project Area Management Procedures: Ground 1. Wolves and Bears - potential den sites:

o If an active wolf den site or homesite (also known as rendezvous site) is located then no drilling activity should take place within 0.8 km of this site. All personnel will be advised to avoid air and foot traffic within 0.5 km of this area. Activity in the area will not be allowed until the wolves have left, which should be by late August.

o There is a possibility of occupied bear dens being encountered in early spring. As bears can remain within the vicinity of their dens for up to ten days, active drilling within 1.0 km of a den will be prohibited for a period of 10 days.

2. Raptors (falcons, hawks, owls) and/or potential nest sites:

o Avoid nesting areas during June/July/August.

o If a nest site is located then drilling and helicopter activities are restricted within 500 m to the site.

3. Birds - General. Avoid the following by at least 250 m:

o Any stationary concentrations of birds (i.e. a large group of geese on the ground).

o Birds acting aggressive or agitated which indicates a nest is nearby.

o Active Bird nests.

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7. WPP6: Training Needs and Schedule

Objective(s): i. Meet the needs identified for training and awareness in the WPP Practices and Procedures Management Practice WPP6: Training Needs - Wildlife Management Procedures: Training – Camp Residents Timing and Location: Beginning of Season, Courageous Camp 1. Provide an orientation regarding wildlife to all camp personnel at the beginning of the season, or their first arrival at camp. 2. Provide carnivore safety training (bears, wolves, and wolverine) to personnel who will be active on the land (biologists, geologists, etc.). 3. Each person who is active on the land will carry a radio, bear bangers and bear spray, in addition to other required personal safety protection.

Management Procedures: Training – Camp Operators and House Keeping Timing and Location: Beginning of Season, Courageous Camp 1. Provide education and information targeted to those persons responsible for camp maintenance to prevent wildlife habituation and attraction.

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Appendix 1: Standard Operating Procedure – Caribou Ground Monitoring

RATIONALE Caribou use the Courageous RSA during some years as a seasonal migration pathway between wintering grounds in the treeline to calving grounds west of Bathurst Inlet. Concern has been expressed over the potential for drilling-related noise to disturb caribou. This SOP directs the actions of environment monitors and camp managers to limit this disturbance, as directed in the Land Use Permit to Seabridge Gold for the Courageous Lake site.

OBJECTIVES Monitor for caribou in the Local Study area using ground-based techniques and initiate a scaled, adaptive response to caribou in the immediate area of the exploration camp activities, culminating in cessation of drilling when caribou are within 500 m of the drills.

SCOPE During drilling operations which have the potential to overlap with the period when caribou are historically recorded to use the Courageous Lake site, ground observations for caribou presence will be undertaken by an environmental technitian. All caribou observations from ground monitoring site(s) will be recorded and reported to the camp manager, including distance such that appropriate mitigation actions can be taken.

SURVEY TIMING Ground monitoring will be conducted during the late winter drilling program, a three-week period: March 21 to April 11, 2011.

EQUIPMENT

o Appropriate winter clothing and gear;

o GPS;

o Data sheets and pencil;

o Digital camera;

o Range finder; and,

o Scope, binoculars, and tripod.

SPECIFIC WORK INSTRUCTIONS 1. Observer will mark off a distance of 500 m from drills and other sites with project activities. 2. Observer will establish a single, or several ground observation points (as required) where this 500 m buffer and an area beyond the buffer can be observed. 3. Observer will travel to the observation point and conduct a survey for caribou using binoculars and spotting scope at least 4 times per day, during which exploration activities are ongoing.

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4. Observer will monitor for caribou from ground monitoring site every two hours and fill in data sheet; observing distance, direction, caribou group composition, and behaviour. 5. Observer will record action taken for all caribou observed within 500 m of ground monitoring site. 6. Observer will provide copies of all monitoring records and actions taken to camp manager.

ADAPTIVE MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES

Caribou > 500 m 1. If caribou are observed at greater than >500 m from site, observer will inform camp manager of their location and distance (number seen, distance from site, and travelling direction). Observer will also monitor caribou once every hour. 2. In response, the camp manager will initiate a series of adaptive management initiatives to minimize any disturbance to caribou, with appropriate consideration for exploration work and staff safety. These may include, at the discretion of the camp manager:

- Advise helicopter pilot to avoid flying in area where caribou were observed; - Advise crews of possible shutdown of drill and camp activities; - Avoid travel in the direction of caribou; - Advise crew change to be done along alternate route if possible, and if necessary to avoid caribou.

Caribou < 500 m 1. If caribou are seen within 500 m of site, the observer will inform the camp manager of their approach (number seen, distance from site, and travelling direction), and discuss adaptive management strategies with camp manager. Observer will continuously monitor caribou while they are within 500 m. 2. In response, work related to the movement of equipment, supplies, materials, core or personnel by rotary wing aircraft will shut down for the duration that caribou are within this buffer, except for measures necessary to prevent equipment freezing during winter drilling. Already positioned drills can continue to operate provided access to and from same were done by foot while caribou are within 500 m.

ADAPTIVE MANAGEMENT PHILOSOPHY It should be noted that the drills themselves, being a static noise source, likely have a relatively small influence on caribou behaviour and movement. The management of peripheral activities, such as travel by helicopter and snowmachine, human presence outside of buildings, and scents and other attractants likely will have a larger positive effect on caribou behaviour. Hence, it is important to conduct adaptive management of other camp activities, regardless of whether caribou are within 500 m. These adaptive management activities, as listed above, will be recorded as a demonstration of Seabridge’s commitment to effective and pro-active wildlife management.

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Appendix 5 Courageous Lake Project Archaeological Chance Find Procedure

Courageous Lake Project Archaeological Chance Find Procedure

There are more than 5,000 archaeological sites currently recorded in the North West Territories with many more being added to the territorial inventory every year. It is estimated that these represent only a small portion of the total number of sites that exist. For this reason, it is very likely that you will encounter an archaeological site during your lifetime either knowingly or unknowingly. This protocol has been established to increase awareness of this important resource and to assist in planning future developments.

The remnants of NWT’s earliest cultures are represented in today’s landscape by a wide variety of site types, most of which are related to art, habitations, resource gathering and production, tool making, and traditional ceremonial or ritual activities. Some sites that may be immediately visible to a non-archaeologist include:

 Rock cairns (inukshuks) and rock piles.  Surface features such as camp sites, fish traps, stone circles, caches and burned rock.  Artifacts that have become visible on the land surface owing to erosion or recent land altering activity. These may be produced in a variety of materials such as stone, bone, antler, wood, or shell. Buried cultural remains that may be sighted in a cut-bank, excavation, eroded shoreline, or other exposed deposit.

If you discover a site in the course of your work that you suspect may be a possible archaeological site;

 Stop all work in the area to avoid damaging the site.  Do not disturb any archaeological remains that you may encounter.  Report your discovery to your supervisor or if they are unavailable, Seabridge Gold will provide further instructions 867-445-5553.  Isolate and protect the area.  Note the location and leave all discoveries in place.  Prepare an initial Chance Find Form.  Seabridge Gold will contact the Project Archaeologist and the Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board.  The Project Archaeologist will assess the potential significance of the find. If it is determined to be archaeological in nature they will contact the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre.  The archaeologist, in consultation with the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre, will conduct an investigation consistent with the Archeology Permit.  The archaeologist will work Seabridge Gold and the Mine Site Manager to prepare a Site Instruction to recommence work in the area.  A site report will be submitted to Seabridge Gold, First Nations and the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre.

If you discover what you suspect may be a possible human remains in the course of your work;

 Stop all work in the area to avoid damaging the site.  Do not disturb any possible human remains that you may encounter.  Report your discovery to your supervisor or if they are unavailable, the Company who will provide further instructions.  If you are unable to contact a Company representative, and the suspected human remains appear to be current, contact the RCMP.  If you are unable to contact a Company representative, please contact the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre by telephone at (867) 873-7551 and the Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board at (867) 669-0506.

The following steps will generally be followed

 The Coroner's Office and local policing authority are notified and the Coroner's Office determines whether the matter is of contemporary forensic concern.  If the remains are not of forensic concern, the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre will attempt to facilitate disposition of the remains.  If a cultural affiliation for the remains can be determined, the branch will contact an organization representing that cultural group. If the remains are of aboriginal ancestry, attempts to contact the relevant First Nation(s) will be made.  Generally, if remains are still buried and are under no immediate threat of further disturbance, they will not be excavated or removed. If the remains have been partially or completely removed, the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre will facilitate disposition. Archaeological Chance Find Report Form Recorder’s Name/Affiliation: Date: Location of chance find (Location description, UTM coordinates, depth below surface): ______

Description of find:

Method used to mark and protect find:

Distribution: □ □ □ □ Mine Site Seabridge Site Prince of Manager Gold Archaeologist Wales Heritage Centre Sketch Map Photo

COURAGEOUS LAKE PROJECT Project Description In Support of a Class “A” Land Use Permit

Appendix 6 Government Engagement

Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 1/5/2011 10:18 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey, Kate Hearn, Mike Seabridge discussed the possibility of a meeting with the YKDFN in absence of the Development Canada Byrne, James Lawrance Exploration Agreement, as well as the Exploration Agreement more generally. 1/6/2011 8:24 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey, Kate Hearn, Mike Seabridge responded to the YKDFN's email the previous day noting it would reply as Development Canada Byrne soon as possible. 1/7/2011 10:03 AM Fax Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance Chief Sangris (YKDFN) wrote to INAC, contesting INAC's position and comments it had Development Canada made. YKDFN expressed concerns over consultation and caribou protection and implored INAC to address concerns YKDFN raised in its Nov. 5, 2010 letter to the Board.

1/10/2011 12:51 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey, Kate Hearn, Mike Seabridge clarified that it wanted to meet with the YKDFN based on MVLWB's Development Canada Byrne, James Lawrance recommendation. Seabridge attached letters of response it provided to the YKDFN in December following YKDFN's comments to the ARI. Seabridge discussed aspects with the Exploration Agreement.

1/12/2011 8:55 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Kate Hearn, Mike Byrne, James YKDFN indicated that the parties could not come to a mutually acceptable terms for Development Canada Lawrance, Don Aubrey the Exploration Agreement and that an alternative consultation process needed to be commenced with the Chief and Council. 1/14/2011 12:22 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey, Kate Hearn, Mike Seabridge responded affirmatively to YKDFN's offer to meet in absence of the Development Canada Byrne, James Lawrance Exploration Agreement. Seabridge indicated concern that the YKDFN only wished to discuss the LUP and requested clarification around the type of agreement YKDFN had in mind for Seabridge to sign.

1/14/2011 4:02 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance, Kate Hearn, Mike Seabridge responded with an extensive letter to the MVLWB's request for further study Development Canada Byrne, Don Aubrey associated with the LUP renewal and provided copies of various correspondence as well as documentation of its efforts to engage with the YKDFN. A hardcopy of this correspondence and associated submissions was submitted on January 17, 2011.

1/17/2011 3:18 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance, Don Aubrey, Mike YKDFN stated that consultation had not occurred to date and warned that Seabridge Development Canada Byrne, Kate Hearn should only attempt to address the concerns currently before the MVLWB at the meeting with Chief and Council, and not additional topics. 1/18/2011 12:00 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance, Don Aubrey Seabridge clarified that the package INAC had received by mail was a copy of Development Canada Seabridge's response submitted to the MVLWB the previous week. 1/20/2011 12:00 AM Various Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance, Marty Sanderson, MVLWB sent the draft LUP for Seabridge to the distribution list for comment. Development Canada Angela Norris, Lorraine Seale, 1/20/2011 12:00 AM Various City of Yellowknife GordonCharlotte Van TighemHenry MVLWB sent the draft LUP for Seabridge to the distribution list for comment.

1/20/2011 12:00 AM Various Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne MVLWB sent the draft LUP for Seabridge to the distribution list for comment. Central and Arctic Region 1/20/2011 12:00 AM Various Government of the Northwest Mark Davy, Patrick Clancy, Rhonda MVLWB sent the draft LUP for Seabridge to the distribution list for comment. Territories Batchelor, Duane Fleming, Kris 1/21/2011 3:54 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Marty Sanderson,Johnson Angela Norris, MVLWB notified the distribution list that it has sent out the draft LUP terms and Development Canada Lorraine Seale, Charlene Coe conditions for review and that it would assess the adequacy of consultation.

Page 1 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 1/21/2011 3:54 PM Email Community Government of MVLWB notified the distribution list that it has sent out the draft LUP terms and Wekweeti conditions for review and that it would assess the adequacy of consultation. 1/21/2011 3:54 PM Email Consultation Support Unit MVLWB notified the distribution list that it has sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review and that it would assess the adequacy of consultation. 1/21/2011 3:54 PM Email Environment and Natural Patrick Clancy MVLWB notified the distribution list that it has sent out the draft LUP terms and Resources conditions for review and that it would assess the adequacy of consultation. 1/21/2011 3:54 PM Email Environment Canada MVLWB notified the distribution list that it has sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review and that it would assess the adequacy of consultation. 1/21/2011 3:54 PM Email Government of the Northwest Mark Davy, Patrick Clancy, Rhonda MVLWB notified the distribution list that it has sent out the draft LUP terms and Territories Batchelor, Duane Fleming, Kris conditions for review and that it would assess the adequacy of consultation. Johnson 1/21/2011 3:54 PM Email Intergovernmental Affairs MVLWB notified the distribution list that it has sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review and that it would assess the adequacy of consultation. 1/21/2011 4:54 PM Various Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance, Marty Sanderson, MVLWB sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review by the distribution list. Development Canada Angela Norris, Lorraine Seale, Charlotte Henry, Charlene Coe

1/21/2011 4:54 PM Various Consultation Support Unit MVLWB sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review by the distribution list.

1/21/2011 4:54 PM Various Environment and Natural MVLWB sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review by the distribution list. Resources 1/21/2011 4:54 PM Various Environment Canada MVLWB sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review by the distribution list.

1/21/2011 4:54 PM Various Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne MVLWB sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review by the distribution list. Central and Arctic Region 1/21/2011 4:54 PM Various Government of the Northwest Mark Davy, Patrick Clancy, Rhonda MVLWB sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review by the distribution list. Territories Batchelor, Duane Fleming, Kris Johnson 1/21/2011 4:54 PM Various Intergovernmental Affairs MVLWB sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review by the distribution list.

1/24/2011 8:53 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Clint Ambrose, Nahum Lee, INACs response to the draft LUP terms and conditions. Development Canada Charlene Coe, Marcy Paykeekoot 1/31/2011 12:00 AM Letter Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Clint Ambrose, Jane Amphlett DFO reiterated its concern related to fording at the Sandy Creek crossing and Development Canada suggested incorporating a provision to restrict fording in the area. 1/31/2011 12:00 AM Letter Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Morag McPherson, DFO reiterated its concern related to fording at the Sandy Creek crossing and Central and Arctic Region Bruce Hanna, Gerald Fillatre, Kelly suggested incorporating a provision to restrict fording in the area. Burke 1/31/2011 8:39 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance, Don Aubrey, Kate Seabridge responded to YKDFN's Jan. 17, 2011 email. Seabridge stated it was looking Development Canada Hearn, Mike Byrne forward to meeting with the Chief and Council.

Page 2 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 2/1/2011 12:00 PM Various Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance, Marty Sanderson, MVLWB provided clarification on the response time for comments on the LUP Development Canada Angela Norris, Lorraine Seale, application. Charlotte Henry 2/1/2011 12:00 PM Various City of Yellowknife Gordon Van Tighem MVLWB provided clarification on the response time for comments on the LUP application. 2/1/2011 12:00 PM Various Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne MVLWB provided clarification on the response time for comments on the LUP Central and Arctic Region application. 2/1/2011 12:00 PM Various Government of the Northwest Mark Davy, Patrick Clancy, Rhonda MVLWB provided clarification on the response time for comments on the LUP Territories Batchelor, Duane Fleming, Kris application. Johnson 2/3/2011 12:00 AM Letter Environment Canada Ron Bujold, Anne Wilson, Carey Environment Canada responded to the draft LUP terms and conditions. Ogilvie 2/7/2011 4:00 PM Letter Environment and Natural Shelly Acton Seabridge distributed the first of the 2010 Environmental Baseline reports to the Resources MVLWB, WRRB, ARI and ENR. They also informed that Aboriginal stakeholders had also received the reports. 2/9/2011 12:00 AM Letter Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance INACs response to the draft LUP terms and conditions, particularly in regards to Development Canada consultation. 2/9/2011 11:42 AM Fax Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey YKDFN submitted a letter to the MVLWB outlining its concerns related to consultation Development Canada and other matters. YKDFN maintained it was premature to seek comments on draft conditions of the LUP. 2/9/2011 11:50 AM Fax Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Trish Merrithew-Mercredi NWTMN expressed their concern about the response time for the LUP draft terms and Development Canada conditions given by the MVLWB. 2/9/2011 11:50 AM Fax Government of the Northwest Floyd Roland NWTMN expressed their concern about the response time for the LUP draft terms and Territories conditions given by the MVLWB. 2/9/2011 2:49 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey, Trish Merrithew- Seabridge provided a written response to the Board's requests for comments regarding Development Canada Mercredi, Kate Hearn, Mike Byrne the draft LUP including additional comments on the Sandy Lake Road Crossing and an update on engagement and consultation efforts with First Nations. 2/9/2011 4:56 PM Fax Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance, Don Aubrey The AIMAIO commented on the draft LUP terms and conditions. AIMAIO requested that Development Canada the MVLWB undertake a hearing to determine whether or not the duty to consult and accommodate has been met. 2/11/2011 12:00 AM Letter Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Trish Merrithew-Mercredi, Kate Seabridge summarized its responses to submissions made by the YKDFN, the AIMAIO, Development Canada Hearn, Mike Byrne, Julie Jackson, and the NWT Metis Nation on the draft LUP in a letter to INAC. Don Aubrey 2/16/2011 4:43 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance, Marty Sanderson, MVLWB emailed a letter to the distribution list clarifying the commenting process for Development Canada Angela Norris, Lorraine Seale, the draft LUP. Charlotte Henry, Charlene Coe

2/16/2011 4:43 PM Email Community Government of MVLWB emailed a letter to the distribution list clarifying the commenting process for Wekweeti the draft LUP.

Page 3 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 2/16/2011 4:43 PM Email Consultation Support Unit MVLWB emailed a letter to the distribution list clarifying the commenting process for the draft LUP. 2/16/2011 4:43 PM Email Environment and Natural MVLWB emailed a letter to the distribution list clarifying the commenting process for Resources the draft LUP. 2/16/2011 4:43 PM Email Environment Canada MVLWB emailed a letter to the distribution list clarifying the commenting process for the draft LUP. 2/16/2011 4:43 PM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne MVLWB emailed a letter to the distribution list clarifying the commenting process for Central and Arctic Region the draft LUP. 2/16/2011 4:43 PM Email Government of the Northwest Mark Davy, Patrick Clancy, Rhonda MVLWB emailed a letter to the distribution list clarifying the commenting process for Territories Batchelor, Duane Fleming, Kris the draft LUP. Johnson 2/16/2011 4:43 PM Email Intergovernmental Affairs MVLWB emailed a letter to the distribution list clarifying the commenting process for the draft LUP. 2/17/2011 11:00 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance, Marty Sanderson, YKDFN submitted a 43 pg document detailing aspects of the consultation with YKDFN Development Canada Angela Norris, Lorraine Seale, related to the permitting process. Charlotte Henry, Charlene Coe

2/17/2011 11:00 AM Email Community Government of YKDFN submitted a 43 pg document detailing aspects of the consultation with YKDFN Wekweeti related to the permitting process. 2/17/2011 11:00 AM Email Consultation Support Unit YKDFN submitted a 43 pg document detailing aspects of the consultation with YKDFN related to the permitting process. 2/17/2011 11:00 AM Email Environment and Natural YKDFN submitted a 43 pg document detailing aspects of the consultation with YKDFN Resources related to the permitting process. 2/17/2011 11:00 AM Email Environment Canada YKDFN submitted a 43 pg document detailing aspects of the consultation with YKDFN related to the permitting process. 2/17/2011 11:00 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne YKDFN submitted a 43 pg document detailing aspects of the consultation with YKDFN Central and Arctic Region related to the permitting process. 2/17/2011 11:00 AM Email Government of the Northwest Mark Davy, Patrick Clancy, Rhonda YKDFN submitted a 43 pg document detailing aspects of the consultation with YKDFN Territories Batchelor, Duane Fleming, Kris related to the permitting process. Johnson 2/17/2011 11:00 AM Email Intergovernmental Affairs YKDFN submitted a 43 pg document detailing aspects of the consultation with YKDFN related to the permitting process. 2/17/2011 3:26 PM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne Seabridge provided additional information to the DFO regarding their proposed Central and Arctic Region crossing stucture at the Sandy Lake crossing. 2/17/2011 3:46 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Clint Ambrose DFO approved of Seabridge's proposed crossing structure at Sandy Lake crossing. Development Canada 2/17/2011 3:46 PM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Morag McPherson, DFO approved of Seabridge's proposed crossing structure at Sandy Lake crossing. Central and Arctic Region Bruce Hanna

Page 4 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 2/18/2011 9:20 AM Phone Call Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Mike Byrne Rescan talked with INAC to learn about the changing roles of INAC in the EA process. Development Canada Northern Project Management Office (NPMO) will be taking over the role of INAC’s Mineral Development Advisory Group (MDAG). INAC emphasized which points should be covered in the proposed regulatory meeting to discuss the Courageous Lake Project.

2/18/2011 3:05 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance, Marty Sanderson, MVLWB concluded that the Project is exempt from preliminary screening. MVLWB gave Development Canada Angela Norris, Lorraine Seale, the YKDFN and Seabridge until Feb. 23, 2011 to respond to their questions regarding Charlotte Henry, Charlene Coe the LUP application. The Board would meet on February 25, 2011 to decide on the issuance of a LUP application.

2/18/2011 3:05 PM Email Community Government of MVLWB concluded that the Project is exempt from preliminary screening. MVLWB gave Wekweeti the YKDFN and Seabridge until Feb. 23, 2011 to respond to their questions regarding the LUP application. The Board would meet on February 25, 2011 to decide on the issuance of a LUP application.

2/18/2011 3:05 PM Email Consultation Support Unit MVLWB concluded that the Project is exempt from preliminary screening. MVLWB gave the YKDFN and Seabridge until Feb. 23, 2011 to respond to their questions regarding the LUP application. The Board would meet on February 25, 2011 to decide on the issuance of a LUP application.

2/18/2011 3:05 PM Email Environment and Natural MVLWB concluded that the Project is exempt from preliminary screening. MVLWB gave Resources the YKDFN and Seabridge until Feb. 23, 2011 to respond to their questions regarding the LUP application. The Board would meet on February 25, 2011 to decide on the issuance of a LUP application.

2/18/2011 3:05 PM Email Environment Canada MVLWB concluded that the Project is exempt from preliminary screening. MVLWB gave the YKDFN and Seabridge until Feb. 23, 2011 to respond to their questions regarding the LUP application. The Board would meet on February 25, 2011 to decide on the issuance of a LUP application.

2/18/2011 3:05 PM Email Government of the Northwest Mark Davy, Patrick Clancy, Rhonda MVLWB concluded that the Project is exempt from preliminary screening. MVLWB gave Territories Batchelor, Kris Johnson the YKDFN and Seabridge until Feb. 23, 2011 to respond to their questions regarding the LUP application. The Board would meet on February 25, 2011 to decide on the issuance of a LUP application.

2/18/2011 3:05 PM Email Intergovernmental Affairs MVLWB concluded that the Project is exempt from preliminary screening. MVLWB gave the YKDFN and Seabridge until Feb. 23, 2011 to respond to their questions regarding the LUP application. The Board would meet on February 25, 2011 to decide on the issuance of a LUP application.

2/22/2011 12:47 PM Letter Department of Justice - Canada Jason Steele INAC's legal counsel responded to MVLWB over the issue of whether consultation had been adequate to date for the LUP. Legal counsel confirmed that the Board must take into account the concerns of Aboriginal peoples when issuing permits, and thus its current request to INAC for assistance in the matter was to further its assessment. In this regard, INAC had no further information to provide to the Board.

Page 5 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 2/22/2011 2:40 PM Fax Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey YKDFN asserted to the MVLWB that its previously stated concerns had not been Development Canada addressed and sufficient consultation had not taken place. On these grounds the YKDFN feel that a LUP cannot be issued. 2/23/2011 8:17 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Trish Merrithew-Mercredi, Kate Seabridge forwarded a letter that the YKDFN submitted to the MVLWB. Seabridge Development Canada Hearn, James Lawrance urged INAC to submit a letter indicating that Crown consultation was adequate. 2/23/2011 8:17 AM Email Department of Justice - Canada Jason Steele Seabridge forwarded a letter that the YKDFN submitted to the MVLWB. Seabridge urged INAC to submit a letter indicating that Crown consultation was adequate. 2/23/2011 9:48 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Trish Merrithew-Mercredi, Kate INAC returned Seabridge's message related to YKDFN. INAC stated it would be Development Canada Hearn, James Lawrance, Paula inapropriate for a representative of INAC to discuss the matter further until the Isaak, Glen Stephens, Darnell MVLWB had issued its decision the following day. McCurdy

2/23/2011 9:48 AM Email Department of Justice - Canada Jason Steele, Yvonne McNeil INAC returned Seabridge's message related to YKDFN. INAC stated it would be inapropriate for a representative of INAC to discuss the matter further until the MVLWB had issued its decision the following day. 2/25/2011 4:07 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance, Marty Sanderson, MVLWB notified Seabridge that the Board granted a LUP for a period of five years. Development Canada Angela Norris, Lorraine Seale, MVLWB requested Seabridge take note of Environment Canada's comments regarding Charlotte Henry, Charlene Coe the burning of waste and encouraged Seabridge to work with the YKDFN and the ENR to ensure minimal effects on caribou.

2/25/2011 4:07 PM Email Community Government of Grace Angel MVLWB notified Seabridge that the Board granted a LUP for a period of five years. Wekweeti MVLWB requested Seabridge take note of Environment Canada's comments regarding the burning of waste and encouraged Seabridge to work with the YKDFN and the ENR to ensure minimal effects on caribou.

2/25/2011 4:07 PM Email Consultation Support Unit MVLWB notified Seabridge that the Board granted a LUP for a period of five years. MVLWB requested Seabridge take note of Environment Canada's comments regarding the burning of waste and encouraged Seabridge to work with the YKDFN and the ENR to ensure minimal effects on caribou.

2/25/2011 4:07 PM Email Environment and Natural Patrick Clancy MVLWB notified Seabridge that the Board granted a LUP for a period of five years. Resources MVLWB requested Seabridge take note of Environment Canada's comments regarding the burning of waste and encouraged Seabridge to work with the YKDFN and the ENR to ensure minimal effects on caribou.

2/25/2011 4:07 PM Email Environment Canada MVLWB notified Seabridge that the Board granted a LUP for a period of five years. MVLWB requested Seabridge take note of Environment Canada's comments regarding the burning of waste and encouraged Seabridge to work with the YKDFN and the ENR to ensure minimal effects on caribou.

2/25/2011 4:07 PM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne MVLWB notified Seabridge that the Board granted a LUP for a period of five years. Central and Arctic Region MVLWB requested Seabridge take note of Environment Canada's comments regarding the burning of waste and encouraged Seabridge to work with the YKDFN and the ENR to ensure minimal effects on caribou.

Page 6 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 2/25/2011 4:07 PM Email Government of the Northwest Mark Davy, Patrick Clancy, Rhonda MVLWB notified Seabridge that the Board granted a LUP for a period of five years. Territories Batchelor, Duane Fleming, Kris MVLWB requested Seabridge take note of Environment Canada's comments regarding Johnson the burning of waste and encouraged Seabridge to work with the YKDFN and the ENR to ensure minimal effects on caribou.

2/25/2011 4:07 PM Email Intergovernmental Affairs MVLWB notified Seabridge that the Board granted a LUP for a period of five years. MVLWB requested Seabridge take note of Environment Canada's comments regarding the burning of waste and encouraged Seabridge to work with the YKDFN and the ENR to ensure minimal effects on caribou.

2/27/2011 12:51 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Clint Ambrose, Nahum Lee, INAC requested a security deposit following the LUP renewal and advised that Development Canada Charlene Coe, Marcy Paykeekoot Seabridge must submit a final plan by April 25, 2011. 3/1/2011 5:53 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Clint Ambrose INAC made suggestions to Seabridge to ensure its final plan was complete, particularly Development Canada regarding land-use fee calculations. 3/2/2011 11:16 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey, Kate Hearn, James Seabridge updated the MVLWB on engagement with the YKDFN, including plans to Development Canada Lawrance, Mike Byrne meet the following week to discuss the LUP. 3/3/2011 5:04 PM Email Environment and Natural Lance Schmidt Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, sent the wildlife permit application for the proposed Resources 2011 wildlife work to ENR to distribute to the YKDFN, LKDFN, NSMA, Tlicho, and WRRB for community review. Rescan requested feedback on preferred methods for distributing the permit to the communities for review. Rescan attached cover letters to be sent to the receiving groups.

3/3/2011 6:21 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Kate Hearn, Mike Byrne, Malcolm INAC advised Rescan that it was transferring responsibility to the Northern Project Development Canada Robb Management Office (NPMO) via a Mineral Development Advisory Group (MDAG). INAC stated it would work collaboratively with the NPMO. 3/3/2011 6:21 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Manik Duggar, Donald James, INAC advised Rescan that it was transferring responsibility to the Northern Project Development Agency Matthew Spence Management Office (NPMO) via a Mineral Development Advisory Group (MDAG). INAC stated it would work collaboratively with the NPMO. 3/4/2011 9:19 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Malcolm Robb, Kate Hearn, Mike Rescan thanked INAC for the update regarding information about the transfer of Development Canada Byrne responsibilities to the NPMO. 3/4/2011 9:19 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Manik Duggar, Donald James, Rescan thanked INAC for the update regarding information about the transfer of Development Agency Matthew Spence responsibilities to the NPMO. 3/4/2011 9:21 AM Email Environment and Natural Lance Schmidt Rescan sent the summary report collected under the wildlife permit to ENR. Rescan Resources noted that it would send out a CD with the report containing the full baseline as the file was rejected by ENR's mailbox the previous day. 3/4/2011 4:10 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance, Marty Sanderson, MVLWB sent a letter to the distribution list outlining the decision from the MVLWB Development Canada Angela Norris, Lorraine Seale, Transboundary Meeting of February 25th in which it was decided that the LUP be Charlotte Henry, Charlene Coe renewed for a period of five years.

3/4/2011 4:10 PM Email Community Government of Grace Angel MVLWB sent a letter to the distribution list outlining the decision from the MVLWB Wekweeti Transboundary Meeting of February 25th in which it was decided that the LUP be renewed for a period of five years.

Page 7 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 3/4/2011 4:10 PM Email Environment and Natural Patrick Clancy MVLWB sent a letter to the distribution list outlining the decision from the MVLWB Resources Transboundary Meeting of February 25th in which it was decided that the LUP be renewed for a period of five years. 3/4/2011 4:10 PM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne MVLWB sent a letter to the distribution list outlining the decision from the MVLWB Central and Arctic Region Transboundary Meeting of February 25th in which it was decided that the LUP be renewed for a period of five years. 3/4/2011 4:10 PM Email Government of the Northwest Mark Davy, Patrick Clancy, Rhonda MVLWB sent a letter to the distribution list outlining the decision from the MVLWB Territories Batchelor, Duane Fleming, Kris Transboundary Meeting of February 25th in which it was decided that the LUP be Johnson renewed for a period of five years. 3/9/2011 12:00 AM Letter Environment and Natural Lance Schmidt Seabridge mailed a cover letter and CDs containing the 2010 environmental baselines Resources to multiple groups. 3/9/2011 4:43 PM Email Environment and Natural Lance Schmidt Rescan forwarded shared its response to the issues raised by the YKDFN in their March Resources 8th letter with the ENR and AIMAIO. Rescan responded to the YKDFN's concerns systematically, noting that many of the issues fell outside of the ARI permit (the YKDFN were copied on the letter earlier this day).

3/9/2011 5:35 PM Email Environment and Natural Lance Schmidt Rescan shared its response to the issues raised by the YKDFN in their March 8th letter Resources with the ARI. Rescan addressed the issues the YKDFN raised, noting most of them fall outside of the ARI permitting process, and copied the YKDFN on this response.

3/10/2011 9:25 AM Fax Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Kate Hearn, James Lawrance, Don The AIMAIO faxed its comments on behalf of the Akaitcho Dene First Nations following Development Canada Aubrey MVLWB's reasons for decision to issue a LUP. The AIMAIO expressed concern that MVLWB had not implemented any of its recommendations. AIMAIO also contended that the MVLWB erred in its decision that the LUP was exempt from preliminary screening.

3/10/2011 9:25 AM Fax Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence The AIMAIO faxed its comments on behalf of the Akaitcho Dene First Nations following Development Agency MVLWB's reasons for decision to issue a LUP. The AIMAIO expressed concern that MVLWB had not implemented any of its recommendations. AIMAIO also contended that the MVLWB erred in its decision that the LUP was exempt from preliminary screening.

3/10/2011 1:57 PM Email Environment and Natural Shelly Acton Rescan forwarded Seabridge's permit application for the proposed 2011 wildlife studies Resources to an additional contact at the Government of the NWT (ENR). 3/10/2011 1:58 PM Email Environment and Natural Shelly Acton Rescan forwarded Seabridge's summary report from the wildlife permit to an Resources additional contact at the Government of NWT (ENR). 3/10/2011 1:58 PM Email Environment and Natural Shelly Acton Rescan forwarded its response to the YKDFN's concerns outlined in their March 8th Resources letter to an additional contact at ENR. 3/10/2011 2:29 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Clint Ambrose Rescan asked INAC for feedback about the level of detail needed in the Final Plan for Development Canada the LUP. 3/10/2011 3:17 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Clint Ambrose, Nahum Lee INAC responded to Rescan's request for information about the level of information Development Canada Seabridge would include in the Final Plan for the LUP.

Page 8 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 3/10/2011 3:21 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Nahum Lee INAC responded to Rescan's inquiry about the level detail required in Seabridge's Final Development Canada Plan for the LUP. 3/16/2011 12:00 AM Letter Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Kate Hearn, James Lawrance, LKDFN sent a letter to Seabridge following up on Seabridge's community visit. LKDFN Development Canada Teresa Joudrie, Don Aubrey noted it could not support the Project without an Exploration Agreement in place with the YKDFN and expressed concerns about their involvement in the EA. 3/16/2011 12:00 AM Letter Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence LKDFN sent a letter to Seabridge following up on Seabridge's community visit. LKDFN Development Agency noted it could not support the Project without an Exploration Agreement in place with the YKDFN and expressed concerns about their involvement in the EA. 3/16/2011 1:17 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern James Lawrance, Marty Sanderson, MVLWB sent the Board's response to the AIMAIO's March 10th letter to the the Development Canada Lorraine Seale, Charlotte Henry, distribution list. The MVLWB offered to meet with the AIMAIO to discuss outstanding Charlene Coe concerns pertaining to consultation. 3/16/2011 1:17 PM Email Community Government of Grace Angel MVLWB sent the Board's response to the AIMAIO's March 10th letter to the the Wekweeti distribution list. The MVLWB offered to meet with the AIMAIO to discuss outstanding concerns pertaining to consultation. 3/16/2011 1:17 PM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne MVLWB sent the Board's response to the AIMAIO's March 10th letter to the the Central and Arctic Region distribution list. The MVLWB offered to meet with the AIMAIO to discuss outstanding concerns pertaining to consultation. 3/16/2011 1:17 PM Email Government of the Northwest Mark Davy, Patrick Clancy, Rhonda MVLWB sent the Board's response to the AIMAIO's March 10th letter to the the Territories Batchelor, Duane Fleming, Kris distribution list. The MVLWB offered to meet with the AIMAIO to discuss outstanding Johnson concerns pertaining to consultation. 3/31/2011 5:02 PM Email Environment and Natural Susan Fleck Rescan sent the summary of its Wildlife Research Permit application along with the Resources full application for the ENR's review. 4/1/2011 9:54 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence Rescan discussed a proposed meeting itinerary for regulator briefing meeting with Development Agency Seabridge. 4/1/2011 10:18 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence Rescan discussed possible dates and a meeting agenda for a meeting between Development Agency Seabridge and the NWT regulatory authorities to share findings of the 2010 environmental baseline studies and early conceptual thinking on project design. 4/1/2011 11:03 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey Seabridge sent a thank you letter to to the YKDFN Chiefs for meeting with Seabridge Development Canada on March 10th along with a summary of the commitments each party made at the meeting. Seabridge committed to hosting the YKDFN on two site tours (spring, fall), a possible meeting between Seabridge's CEO and the Chiefs (fall), and the provision of draft meeting minutes. The YKDFN committed to an invitation to Seabridge to meet with the Elders.

4/1/2011 11:17 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence Rescan contacted the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency about Development Agency including Environment Canada in the regulator briefing. 4/6/2011 8:32 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Clint Ambrose INAC confirmed receipt of the Final Plan, which Rescan forwarded to another contact Development Canada at the MVLWB. 4/6/2011 8:48 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Clint Ambrose Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, submitted Seabridge's Final Plan for the LUP to the Development Canada MVLWB.

Page 9 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 4/6/2011 10:43 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Clint Ambrose, Nahum Lee, INAC recommended to the MVLWB that the Board grant final clearance pursuant to s. Development Canada Charlene Coe, Marcy Paykeekoot 33 of the regulations for the LUP. 4/8/2011 1:34 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency advised Rescan that that there had Development Agency not been much response to date regarding a potential meeting with regulatory agencies. 4/13/2011 10:11 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey YKDFN responded in a letter to Seabridge's provision of its meeting notes resulting Development Canada from their March 10th meeting. YKDFN suggested a correction, discussed moving forward with the Exploration Agreement, and reiterated concerns. 4/14/2011 8:13 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly CNEDA requested contact info for Rescan in preparation for the regulator meeting. Development Agency 4/14/2011 3:35 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly Rescan and NPMO discussed logistics for the upcoming regulator meeting. Development Agency 4/15/2011 5:18 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Mike Byrne INAC forwarded Seabridge the (March 31st) letter from YKDFN's legal counsel to Development Canada MVLWB commenting on the issuance of the LUP to Seabridge. 4/18/2011 11:49 AM Email Environment and Natural Roger Fraser WRRB shared its response to Rescan's Wildlife Research Permit application with ENR. Resources WRRB requested the evaluation of results of the 2010 ground-based surveys and rationale for moving to remote digital cameras for providing information on caribou.

4/26/2011 4:47 PM Email Environment and Natural Roger Fraser Rescan forwarded the letter its biologist prepared in response to the WRRB's letter to Resources both the WRRB and ENR. 4/28/2011 12:00 AM Fax Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Scott Stewart, Charlene Coe MVLWB faxed Seabridge confirmation of receipt of tis Final Plan, received April 12, Development Canada 2011. MVLWB outlined the land use fees and confirmed clearance of the LUP. 4/28/2011 7:50 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Rescan inquired about the meeting room so it could send out a reminder to meeting Development Agency participants. 4/28/2011 9:30 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Kate Hearn, Jane Amphlett, Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency sent out a reminder about the Development Canada Darnell McCurdy, Lorraine Seale, Seabridge information session on May 3rd in Yellowknife. Clint Ambrose 4/28/2011 9:30 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Manik Duggar, Donald James, Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency sent out a reminder about the Development Agency Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly Seabridge information session on May 3rd in Yellowknife. 4/28/2011 9:30 AM Email Canadian Wildlife Service James Hodson Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency sent out a reminder about the Seabridge information session on May 3rd in Yellowknife. 4/28/2011 9:30 AM Email Environment and Natural Gavin More, Fred Mandeville, Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency sent out a reminder about the Resources Patrick Clancy Seabridge information session on May 3rd in Yellowknife. 4/28/2011 9:30 AM Email Environment Canada Carey Ogilvie, Jane Fitzgerald, Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency sent out a reminder about the Mike Fournier Seabridge information session on May 3rd in Yellowknife. 4/28/2011 9:30 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Mike Hecimovich, Sarah Olivier Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency sent out a reminder about the Central and Arctic Region Seabridge information session on May 3rd in Yellowknife. 4/28/2011 9:30 AM Email Government of the Northwest Patrick Clancy Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency sent out a reminder about the Territories Seabridge information session on May 3rd in Yellowknife.

Page 10 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 4/28/2011 10:17 AM Email Environment and Natural Shelly Acton ENR requested that someone pick up and sign the original wildlife research permit. Resources 4/28/2011 11:28 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly NPMO provided a projected head count for the upcoming regulator meeting. Development Agency 5/3/2011 10:00 AM Face to Face/Meetings Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Jane Amphlett, Lorraine Seale, Seabridge presented a conceptual overview of the Project, including an overview of Development Canada Marie Adams, David Jessiman the alternatives and findings from the 2010 environmental baseline program, to regulatory agencies. 5/3/2011 10:00 AM Face to Face/Meetings Canadian Northern Economic Manik Duggar, Kate Witherly Seabridge presented a conceptual overview of the Project, including an overview of Development Agency the alternatives and findings from the 2010 environmental baseline program, to regulatory agencies. 5/3/2011 10:00 AM Face to Face/Meetings Canadian Wildlife Service James Hodson Seabridge presented a conceptual overview of the Project, including an overview of the alternatives and findings from the 2010 environmental baseline program, to regulatory agencies. 5/3/2011 10:00 AM Face to Face/Meetings Environment Canada Jane Fitzgerald Seabridge presented a conceptual overview of the Project, including an overview of the alternatives and findings from the 2010 environmental baseline program, to regulatory agencies. 5/3/2011 10:00 AM Face to Face/Meetings Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Sarah Olivier Seabridge presented a conceptual overview of the Project, including an overview of Central and Arctic Region the alternatives and findings from the 2010 environmental baseline program, to regulatory agencies. 5/4/2011 3:26 PM Email Canadian Wildlife Service James Hodson CWS requested that Rescan re-send the wildlife and wetlands baseline reports. 5/4/2011 3:26 PM Email Canadian Wildlife Service James Hodson Rescan responded to the CWS stating it would re-send the baseline reports. 5/5/2011 10:43 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Jane Amphlett, Lorraine Seale, Rescan advised that 2010 baseline studies were available on the MVLWB's webiste. Development Canada Marie Adams 5/5/2011 10:43 AM Email Environment Canada Jane Fitzgerald Rescan advised that 2010 baseline studies were available on the MVLWB's webiste.

5/10/2011 11:17 AM Email Environment and Natural Shelly Acton Rescan responded to ENR's request that someone sign the Wildlife Research Permit Resources inquiring whether it could be faxed. 5/11/2011 3:44 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Jane Amphlett, Lorraine Seale, On behalf of Seabridge, Rescan shared its 2011 summer work plan and the 2010 Development Canada Marie Adams, David Jessiman Aquatic Resources: Biological Resources baseline report with regulatory agencies. 5/11/2011 3:44 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly On behalf of Seabridge, Rescan shared its 2011 summer work plan and the 2010 Development Agency Aquatic Resources: Biological Resources baseline report with regulatory agencies. 5/11/2011 3:44 PM Email Canadian Wildlife Service James Hodson On behalf of Seabridge, Rescan shared its 2011 summer work plan and the 2010 Aquatic Resources: Biological Resources baseline report with regulatory agencies. 5/11/2011 3:44 PM Email Environment Canada Jane Fitzgerald On behalf of Seabridge, Rescan shared its 2011 summer work plan and the 2010 Aquatic Resources: Biological Resources baseline report with regulatory agencies. 5/11/2011 3:44 PM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Sarah Olivier On behalf of Seabridge, Rescan shared its 2011 summer work plan and the 2010 Central and Arctic Region Aquatic Resources: Biological Resources baseline report with regulatory agencies. 5/11/2011 3:51 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly Rescan notified CNEDA that the work plan and baseline report Rescan had sent Development Agency bounced back due to size and offered to share them in another manner.

Page 11 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 5/13/2011 9:52 AM Email Canadian Wildlife Service James Hodson Rescan thanked CWS for the bird study guidelines it provided for wind towers. CWS suggested methodology for the shorebird monitoring. 5/13/2011 10:02 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Sarah Olivier Rescan offered to meet with DFO to discuss the work plan and integrate necessary Central and Arctic Region requirements. 5/13/2011 10:17 AM Email Canadian Wildlife Service James Hodson The Canadian Wildlife Service provided Rescan with guidelines related to bird studies.

5/13/2011 10:25 AM Email Canadian Wildlife Service James Hodson Rescan thanked the Canadian Wildlife Service for the EC guidelines for the assessment of wind turbines, monitoring protocols and a draft EA checklist. 5/13/2011 1:56 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly Rescan asked CNEDA whether it could arrange a meeting with DFO or if it should go Development Agency through the NPMO. 5/13/2011 2:15 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly Rescan thanked NPMO for facilitating the regulatory meeting. Development Agency 5/13/2011 2:17 PM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Sarah Olivier, DFO provided Rescan with a summary of its comments and recommendations related Central and Arctic Region Peter Cott to the baseline. Comments focused on the following areas: 2011 workplan, Matthew's Creek, aquatics, hydrology, and fish and fish habitat. 5/15/2011 9:55 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly NPMO indicated it the suggested schedule for the regulator meeting was agreeable Development Agency and requested background information in advance of the meeting. 5/16/2011 10:02 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Sarah Olivier, Rescan responded to DFO's May 13th comments on the baseline (noting it would follow Central and Arctic Region Peter Cott up in detail when the fisheries biologist returned the following day). Rescan shared some additional reports and maps. 5/16/2011 10:04 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Sarah Olivier, Rescan emailed the Courageous Lake Baselines DFO. Central and Arctic Region Peter Cott 5/16/2011 4:22 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly Rescan followed up with the WLWB to discuss setting up an AEMP working group and Development Agency posed a few questions. 5/17/2011 1:43 PM Email Environment and Natural Shelly Acton Rescan sent a signed copy of the Wildlife Reserach Permit to ENR. Resources 5/18/2011 7:48 AM Email Environment and Natural Shelly Acton ENR confirmed it had received a signed copy of the Wildlife Research Permit. Resources 5/18/2011 1:15 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence WLWB confirmed that NPMO would establish an AEMP working group. Development Agency 5/18/2011 4:14 PM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Sarah Olivier, Rick Walbourne DFO and Rescan discussed meeting to address DFO's questions and comments. Central and Arctic Region 5/18/2011 4:45 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Rescan suggested meeting format for the first AEMP working group with CNEDA. Development Agency 5/19/2011 12:31 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly NPMO confirmed a time for the AEMP working group meeting (June 8). Development Agency 5/19/2011 1:18 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Scott Stewart On behalf of Seabridge, Rescan submitted the Final Plan to the MVLWB. Development Canada

Page 12 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 5/19/2011 2:54 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Clint Ambrose, Nahum Lee MVLWB confirmed it had recieved Seabridge's final plan, which was sufficient to satisfy Development Canada the Section 29 requirement. 5/20/2011 10:13 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Rescan discussed meeting logistics for the AEMP working group meeting with NPMO. Development Agency 5/24/2011 12:51 PM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Sarah Olivier Rescan sent DFO a memo containing preliminary responses to its comments on the Central and Arctic Region work plan. 5/25/2011 3:18 PM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Sarah Olivier, Rick Walbourne DFO responded to Rescan's memo of the previous day, stating that the preliminary Central and Arctic Region responses were a sufficient basis for discussing in a meeting. Matthew Creek was discussed. 5/26/2011 8:34 AM Email Prince of Wales Northern Shelley Crouch Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre forwarded a copy of the LKDFN's letter Heritage Centre written in response to the application for an Archaeology Permit. The LKDFN letter expressed concern about potential effects on artifacts and questioned the methodology for determining when an artifact would be removed if threatened by project activities.

6/3/2011 11:00 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly CNEDA indicated that Rescan could issue invitations to regulators and relevant Development Agency government agencies for visits to the project site on June 29 or 30. 6/6/2011 7:05 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Jane Amphlett, Darnell McCurdy, Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency reminded working group of AEMP Development Canada David Jessiman meeting on June 8. 6/6/2011 7:05 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency reminded working group of AEMP Development Agency meeting on June 8. 6/6/2011 7:05 AM Email Canadian Wildlife Service James Hodson Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency reminded working group of AEMP meeting on June 8. 6/6/2011 7:05 AM Email Environment and Natural Fred Mandeville, Patrick Clancy, Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency reminded working group of AEMP Resources Gavin More meeting on June 8. 6/6/2011 7:05 AM Email Environment Canada Carey Ogilvie, Jane Fitzgerald, Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency reminded working group of AEMP Mike Fournier meeting on June 8. 6/6/2011 7:05 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Mike Hecimovich, Sarah Olivier, Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency reminded working group of AEMP Central and Arctic Region Rick Walbourne meeting on June 8. 6/6/2011 7:05 AM Email Government of the Northwest Patrick Clancy Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency reminded working group of AEMP Territories meeting on June 8. 6/6/2011 2:27 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly CNEDA estimated 10 people would attend AEMP working group meeting. Rescan Development Agency circulated a summary project description and document on arsenic disposal practices in the mining industry as preparation to the group. 6/7/2011 11:23 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Jane Amphlett, Marie Adams, David Rescan invited INAC to visit the project site on June 29 or 30. Development Canada Jessiman 6/7/2011 11:23 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Rescan invited INAC to visit the project site on June 29 or 30. Development Agency 6/7/2011 11:28 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Rescan invited WLWB to visit the project site on June 29 or 30. Development Agency

Page 13 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 6/7/2011 11:32 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Rescan issued an invitation to MVLWB to visit the project site on June 29 or 30. Development Agency 6/7/2011 11:39 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, invited representatives of CWS to attend a site tour. Development Agency 6/7/2011 11:39 AM Email Canadian Wildlife Service James Hodson Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, invited representatives of CWS to attend a site tour.

6/7/2011 11:43 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, extended an invitation to the MVRB to attend a site Development Agency tour later in the month. 6/7/2011 11:47 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly Rescan invited NPMO to visit the project site on June 29 or 30. Development Agency 6/7/2011 11:50 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Rescan invited Environment Canada to visit the project site on June 29 or 30. Development Agency 6/7/2011 11:50 AM Email Environment Canada Jane Fitzgerald Rescan invited Environment Canada to visit the project site on June 29 or 30.

6/7/2011 12:13 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Jane Amphlett, Marie Adams INAC's WRD accepted invitation for site visit on June 29 and said it planned to send 1-2 Development Canada people. 6/7/2011 12:13 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly INAC's WRD accepted invitation for site visit on June 29 and said it planned to send 1-2 Development Agency people. 6/7/2011 12:19 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly CNEDA acknowledged two attendees from Environment Canada to AEMP working group Development Agency meeting. 6/7/2011 12:19 PM Email Environment Canada Jane Fitzgerald CNEDA acknowledged two attendees from Environment Canada to AEMP working group meeting. 6/7/2011 1:30 PM Email Canadian Wildlife Service James Hodson EC Wildlife Service representative declined invitation to visit site, citing field work and asking if another date was available. Rescan asked if another representative was available on the date originally suggested. 6/7/2011 1:58 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly DFO accepted invitation to visit the site on June 29th. Development Agency 6/7/2011 1:58 PM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Sarah Olivier, Rick Walbourne DFO accepted invitation to visit the site on June 29th. Central and Arctic Region 6/8/2011 7:44 AM Email Environment Canada Carey Ogilvie, Jane Fitzgerald, Lisa EA section of Environment Canada accepted invitation to visit site. Lowman 6/8/2011 9:00 AM Face to Face/Meetings Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Marie Adams The first AEMP Working Group meeting was held in Yellowknife with representation Development Canada from Rescan's EA team, and various regulatory agencies. 6/8/2011 9:00 AM Face to Face/Meetings Environment and Natural Patrick Clancy The first AEMP Working Group meeting was held in Yellowknife with representation Resources from Rescan's EA team, and various regulatory agencies. 6/8/2011 9:00 AM Face to Face/Meetings Environment Canada Jane Fitzgerald, Lisa Lowman The first AEMP Working Group meeting was held in Yellowknife with representation from Rescan's EA team, and various regulatory agencies. 6/8/2011 9:00 AM Face to Face/Meetings Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Sarah Olivier The first AEMP Working Group meeting was held in Yellowknife with representation Central and Arctic Region from Rescan's EA team, and various regulatory agencies.

Page 14 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 6/8/2011 1:30 PM Face to Face/Meetings Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Sarah Olivier The first Fisheries Working Group meeting was held in Yellowknife with members of Central and Arctic Region DFO and the EA study team. Discussion focused on 2010 Baseline studies and work plan, study methodology and fish habitat compensation (including recommendation to seek community input).

6/9/2011 8:33 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Sarah Olivier DFO thanked Rescan for disclosing project and baseline studies and sent winter water Central and Arctic Region withdrawal protocol document. 6/9/2011 11:44 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly Rescan thanked Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency for help with Development Agency setting up meetings with AEMP and DFO. Promise to circulate meeting minutes for review before finalization. 6/15/2011 10:33 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Marie Adams Rescan sent draft meeting minutes from the AEMP Working Group meeting to the Development Canada group and welcomed comments. 6/15/2011 10:33 AM Email Environment and Natural Patrick Clancy Rescan sent draft meeting minutes from the AEMP Working Group meeting to the Resources group and welcomed comments. 6/15/2011 10:33 AM Email Environment Canada Jane Fitzgerald, Lisa Lowman Rescan sent draft meeting minutes from the AEMP Working Group meeting to the group and welcomed comments. 6/15/2011 10:33 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Sarah Olivier Rescan sent draft meeting minutes from the AEMP Working Group meeting to the Central and Arctic Region group and welcomed comments. 6/15/2011 2:48 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, invited the LKDFN (any four representatives) on a site Development Canada tour in August and requested that the invitation be forwarded to Chief Antoine Michel and requested a response by July 15th 2011. 6/15/2011 2:50 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey Rescan sent to the Tlicho community an invitation to visit the site. Rescan asked that Development Canada Chief Erasmus be forwarded the invitation. 6/15/2011 2:52 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey Rescan sent an invitation to members of the North Slave Metis community to visit the Development Canada project site. 6/15/2011 2:53 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey Rescan sent an invitation to the Yellowknives Dene First Nation (Dettah and N'Dilo) to Development Canada invite them to visit the project site. 6/15/2011 2:56 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey Rescan sent an invitation to the Northwest Territories Metis Nation to invite them to Development Canada visit the project site. 6/15/2011 3:48 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey INAC representative reminded Rescan to copy NPMO on correspondence; Rescan Development Canada agreed. 6/15/2011 3:50 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey Rescan forwarded to NPMO invitations to community members to visit the site. Development Canada 6/15/2011 3:50 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Rescan forwarded to NPMO invitations to community members to visit the site. Development Agency 6/16/2011 9:30 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly WLWB responded affirmatively to Seabridge's invitation for a site visit. Development Agency 6/16/2011 9:57 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey Project extended invitation to members of the Tlicho community to visit the site. Development Canada

Page 15 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 6/16/2011 9:57 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Project extended invitation to members of the Tlicho community to visit the site. Development Agency 6/16/2011 9:58 AM Email Canadian Wildlife Service James Hodson Rescan communicated with Environment Canada staff regarding possible field visit on june 29. The date did not work for Environment Canada, and Rescan offered to keep in touch regarding future opportunities. 6/16/2011 9:58 AM Email Environment Canada Jane Fitzgerald Rescan communicated with Environment Canada staff regarding possible field visit on june 29. The date did not work for Environment Canada, and Rescan offered to keep in touch regarding future opportunities. 6/16/2011 10:01 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Rescan and WLWB discussed logistics for June site tour. Development Agency 6/16/2011 3:28 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly Rescan inquired to see if CNEDA would be participating in Seabridge's site tour later Development Agency that month. 6/17/2011 9:53 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Rescan confirmed site tour participants for the June 29th tour with CNEDA and Development Agency inquired whether others might like to attend. 6/17/2011 9:58 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly CNEDA confirmed participation in the site tour the following week. Development Agency 6/17/2011 1:04 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, extended an invitation to one ENR representative for Development Agency a site tour on June 29th. 6/17/2011 1:04 PM Email Environment and Natural Susan Fleck Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, extended an invitation to one ENR representative for Resources a site tour on June 29th. 6/17/2011 1:28 PM Email Environment and Natural Susan Fleck, Nicole McCutchen ENR confirmed it would send a representative on the site tour. Resources 6/17/2011 2:40 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Jane Amphlett, Lorraine Seale, AANDC (formerly INAC) confirmed it would like to send 1 or 2 representatives on the Development Canada Marie Adams site tour. 6/17/2011 2:40 PM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly AANDC (formerly INAC) confirmed it would like to send 1 or 2 representatives on the Development Agency site tour. 6/20/2011 3:58 PM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Sarah Olivier, Rick Walbourne DFO provided comments on the draft Fisheries Working Group meeting minutes. Central and Arctic Region 6/22/2011 10:03 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly ENR provided the name of a different participant for the upcoming site tour. Development Agency 6/22/2011 10:03 AM Email Environment and Natural Susan Fleck, Nicole McCutchen ENR provided the name of a different participant for the upcoming site tour. Resources 6/23/2011 9:47 AM Email Environment and Natural Susan Fleck, Nicole McCutchen Rescan provided logistics regarding the following week's site visit to ENR. Rescan asked Resources whether there was anything in particular they would like to see on site or if they had any questions. 6/23/2011 9:53 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Jane Amphlett, Marie Adams, Rescan provided logistics regarding the following week's site visit to the AANDC. Development Canada Lorraine Seale Rescan asked whether there was anything in particular they would like to see on site or if they had any questions.

Page 16 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 6/23/2011 9:54 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly Rescan provided logistics regarding the following week's site visit to the CNEDA. Development Agency Rescan asked whether there was anything in particular they would like to see on site or if they had any questions. 6/23/2011 9:57 AM Email Environment Canada Carey Ogilvie, Jane Fitzgerald, Lisa Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, provided details about the upcoming site visit (June Lowman 29th) to Environment Canada. 6/23/2011 9:58 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Sarah Olivier, Rick Walbourne Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, provided details about the site tour logistics to DFO. Central and Arctic Region 6/23/2011 10:26 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne DFO and Rescan discussed site visit logistics. Rescan stated it would be possible to host Central and Arctic Region a fisheries specific tour for DFO. 6/23/2011 10:34 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Sarah Olivier, Rick Walbourne DFO advised Rescan of the sites it was most interested in viewing on the site tour Central and Arctic Region (Matthew's Creek, future disposal area, new bridge area including Sandy Lake). 6/23/2011 12:10 PM Email Environment and Natural Susan Fleck, Nicole McCutchen Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, provided ENR with logistical information for the Resources upcoming site tour. 6/24/2011 11:00 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Jane Amphlett, Marie Adams, Rescan offered an additional space on the site tour for a representative of AANDC as Development Canada Lorraine Seale there had been a cancellation. AANDC reponsded affirmatively. 6/24/2011 2:02 PM Email Environment Canada Carey Ogilvie, Jane Fitzgerald, Lisa Environment Canada responded affirmatively to Seabridge's invitation to a site tour. Lowman 6/27/2011 8:36 AM Email Environment Canada Carey Ogilvie, Jane Fitzgerald, Lisa A representative at Environment Canada responded they could not attend the site tour Lowman the following week. 6/27/2011 9:29 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly CNEDA confirmed its attendance for the following week's site tour. Development Agency 6/27/2011 9:55 AM Email Environment Canada Carey Ogilvie, Lisa Lowman Environment Canada confirmed the pilot had the requisite training experience for its representative to attend the site tour. 6/27/2011 10:04 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Sarah Olivier, Rick Walbourne DFO wondered whether there were safety requirements for the site and Rescan Central and Arctic Region responded that no equipment was necessary. 6/27/2011 10:05 AM Email Environment and Natural Nicole McCutchen Rescan responded to ENR regarding the meeting time for the site tour. Resources 6/27/2011 3:16 PM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Jane Amphlett, Lorraine Seale, AANDC confirmed two representatives for the site tour. Development Canada Marie Adams, David Jessiman, 6/28/2011 9:08 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern David Jessiman,Marc Casas Marc Casas Rescan sent out a reminder to confirmed site tour participants about the site tour the Development Canada following day. 6/28/2011 9:08 AM Email Canadian Northern Economic Matthew Spence, Kate Witherly Rescan sent out a reminder to confirmed site tour participants about the site tour the Development Agency following day. 6/28/2011 9:08 AM Email Environment and Natural Nicole McCutchen Rescan sent out a reminder to confirmed site tour participants about the site tour the Resources following day. 6/28/2011 9:08 AM Email Environment Canada Lisa Lowman Rescan sent out a reminder to confirmed site tour participants about the site tour the following day. 6/28/2011 9:08 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Sarah Olivier Rescan sent out a reminder to confirmed site tour participants about the site tour the Central and Arctic Region following day.

Page 17 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 6/30/2011 11:22 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Sarah Olivier, Rick Walbourne Rescan thanked DFO and team members for attending the first Fisheries working group Central and Arctic Region meeting on June 8th and attached draft meeting minutes. 6/30/2011 11:26 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Marie Adams Rescan sent the final version of meeting minutes from the AEMP Working Group (held Development Canada June 8th) to participants. 6/30/2011 11:26 AM Email Environment and Natural Patrick Clancy Rescan sent the final version of meeting minutes from the AEMP Working Group (held Resources June 8th) to participants. 6/30/2011 11:26 AM Email Environment Canada Jane Fitzgerald, Lisa Lowman Rescan sent the final version of meeting minutes from the AEMP Working Group (held June 8th) to participants. 6/30/2011 11:26 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Sarah Olivier Rescan sent the final version of meeting minutes from the AEMP Working Group (held Central and Arctic Region June 8th) to participants. 6/30/2011 3:54 PM Email Environment and Natural Nicole McCutchen Rescan forwarded the 2011 Work Plan to Nicole McCutchen at ENR and provided Resources instructions for accessing the 2010 Baseline Report, and introduced Rescan wildlife managers for the Project. 7/30/2011 4:08 PM Email Environment and Natural Nicole McCutchen ENR responded affirmatively to Rescan's request to meet about the proposed 2011 Resources Wildlife Work Plan, but could not commit to a time at present. 8/2/2011 7:46 AM Email Environment and Natural Nicole McCutchen Rescan replied to an earlier email regarding meeting up at the Arctic Ungulate Resources Conference. 8/19/2011 3:35 PM Email Environment and Natural Nicole McCutchen Arranging to meet at the Arctic Ungulate Conference. Resources 8/21/2011 12:18 PM Email Environment and Natural Nicole McCutchen Arranging to meet at the Arctic Ungulate Conference. Resources 11/10/2011 9:45 AM Email Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Don Aubrey Sonya Almond sent out a notification (to a mailing list) that Mr. Mike Tollis was the Development Canada Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation's New Wildlife Director. 12/15/2011 4:10 AM Email Natural Resources Canada Stephen Wolfe NRCan discussed geology and terrain maps and inquired about Seabridge sharing information on mapping with the agency. 12/16/2011 12:11 PM Email Natural Resources Canada Stephen Wolfe Rescan discussed terrain mapping with NRCan and sharing mapping layers.

1/9/2012 10:28 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Sarah Olivier Rescan forwarded a letter to DFO containing a proposla for engagement with the Central and Arctic Region agency on fish compensation planning. The letter outlined a timeline for fish compensation planning work and Rescan proposed DFO be involved throughout the process.

1/17/2012 10:56 AM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Bruce Hanna, Central and Arctic Region Sarah Olivier, Peter Cott, Corrinne Gibson 2/27/2012 2:00 PM Face to Face/Meetings Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Jane Amphlett, David Jessiman, Seabridge held an update briefing for regulators in Yellowknife. Seabridge presented Development Canada Melanie Burgess, Paul Green on project progress including First Nations engagement, saline water management, Matthews Creek Diversion, visual simulations for wasted and tailings, water licence and LUP applications and fish compensation planning.

Page 18 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 2/27/2012 2:00 PM Face to Face/Meetings Canadian Northern Economic Kate Witherly Seabridge held an update briefing for regulators in Yellowknife. Seabridge presented Development Agency on project progress including First Nations engagement, saline water management, Matthews Creek Diversion, visual simulations for wasted and tailings, water licence and LUP applications and fish compensation planning.

2/27/2012 2:00 PM Face to Face/Meetings Environment Canada Jane Fitzgerald Seabridge held an update briefing for regulators in Yellowknife. Seabridge presented on project progress including First Nations engagement, saline water management, Matthews Creek Diversion, visual simulations for wasted and tailings, water licence and LUP applications and fish compensation planning.

2/27/2012 2:00 PM Face to Face/Meetings Government of the Northwest Kelly Mahoney, John Buist, Loretta Seabridge held an update briefing for regulators in Yellowknife. Seabridge presented Territories Ransom on project progress including First Nations engagement, saline water management, Matthews Creek Diversion, visual simulations for wasted and tailings, water licence and LUP applications and fish compensation planning.

4/2/2012 1:51 PM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Rick Walbourne, Morag McPherson, DFO introduced Rescan fish biologist to one of its staff as both are working on Arctic Central and Arctic Region Bruce Hanna, Sarah Olivier, Eva graylings and could explore data sharing. Enders 4/19/2012 9:46 AM Email Environment and Natural Fred Mandeville WRRB provided ocmments on Rescan's Wildlife Research Permit. The Board requested Resources to see the detailed 2012 work plan, a 2011 report, and additional information about the success of remote cameras to monitor caribou, and on nocturnal radar surveys for migratory birds study.

4/20/2012 12:18 PM Email Environment and Natural Rescan provided a written response to the WRRB's comments on the Wildlfe Research Resources Permit Application, clarifying that it had already submitted the 2012 work plan and that a copy of the 2011 baseline report would be provided once it was finalized. Rescan provided additional information about the use of remote camera studies and explained that the Canadian Wildlife Service had requested nocturnal radar studies to assess the potential effects of turbines on migratory birds.

4/23/2012 9:54 AM Email Environment and Natural Fred Mandeville WRRB provided a written response to Rescan's letter of April 20th in which it provided Resources additional information as per WRRB's request. WRRB noted its support for the Wildlife Research Permit provided that follow-up reports were provided (related to 2011 report on fieldwork). WRRB recommended that future applications contain more detailed information on research methods.

Page 19 of 20 Appendix 6. Government Engagement Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 5/15/2012 12:00 AM Letter Environment and Natural Shelly Acton Seabridge Gold Inc is pleased to provide you with the 2011 Environmental Baseline Resources reports for the Courageous Lake exploration property. We enclose a DVD containing baseline reports for the following disciplines: • Aquatic Resources: Surface Water and Sediment Quality • Aquatic Resources: Aquatic Biology • Fish and Fish Habitat • Archaeology • Wildlife • Terrain and Soils • Vegetation • Wetlands • Hydrology • Noise • Air Quality • Meteorology • Visual Quality

7/19/2012 1:13 PM Email Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Sarah Olivier, Morag McPherson DFO went to site on July 12 and July 13 to see Courageous Lake. Then went to look at Central and Arctic Region Matthews Creek and the possibly diversion channel option 4.

Page 20 of 20 COURAGEOUS LAKE PROJECT Project Description In Support of a Class “A” Land Use Permit

Appendix 7 Community Engagement

Appendix 7-1. Seabridge Letter of Introduction

Appendix 7-2. Permits Obtained for Environmental Studies Conducted for the Courageous Lake Project

Appendix 7-3. Community Site Visit Invite

Appendix 7-4. Community Site Visit Follow-up Letters

Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations

Appendix 7-6. Aboriginal Field Assistant Employment Contact Letter, Advertisement, and Hired Employees

COURAGEOUS LAKE PROJECT Project Description In Support of a Class “A” Land Use Permit

Appendix 7-1 Seabridge Letter of Introduction

April 30, 2010

Akaitcho Pre-screening Board and Akaitcho IMA Office PO Box 28 Łutsel K'e, NT X0E 1A0

Attention: Stephanie Poole, Administrator

Dear: Ms. Poole

RE: LETTER OF INTRODUCTION, SEABRIDGE GOLD INC., COURAGEOUS LAKE PROPERTY

Please accept the following letter as an introduction of Seabridge Gold Inc., and our mineral exploration activities planned for the upcoming 2010 summer field season, within the Northwest Territories. Based on this introduction we request the opportunity to meet with members of your community, to provide additional information on our company and planned activities.

The Courageous Lake Property, is the former Tundra Block Property, situated approximately 240 kilometres northeast of the City of Yellowknife, NWT on the north shore of Matthews Lake, at o o latitude 64 04’ 31’’ N by longitude 111 15’ 04’’on NTS Map Sheet NTS 76-D-3 (Figure 1). The property extends northward from Matthews Lake to north of Courageous Lake. Exploration activity has occurred in this area since the early 1940’s with the formation of Bulldog Yellowknife Gold Mines Ltd. in 1947 at the existing and reclaimed Tundra Mine Site located on the south end of Matthews Lake.

The Courageous Lake Property, is comprised of 27,263 hectares, and covers 53 linear kilometres, including the two kilometer long FAT Deposit (Figure 2). The property is currently registered/recorded to a wholly owned subsidiary of Seabridge Gold Inc., 5073 NWT.

Seabridge has held the mineral rights to the Courageous Lake property since 2003. We obtained Class A Land Use Permit, Number MV2003C0050, in January 2004 to allow us to undertake exploration activities on the property. During the tenure of the this permit, which is still valid, 80 surface diamond drill holes totaling approximately 25,000 metres were completed during 2004, 2005 and 2006. This permit expires in February 2011. Seabridge was last active on the property in 2006 when we completed our last drilling program.

In association with our exploration activities, Seabridge also completed desk based engineering studies, which resulted in a Preliminary Assessment Report, released in March 2008. The report concluded that an open pit mining operation was potentially feasible at proposed a 25,000 tonne per day operation (9.125 million tonne per year throughput) resulting in an estimated 11.6 year life of mine with average estimated annual production of 500,500 ounces of gold. Initial capital

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

2 costs for the project were estimated at US$848 million, including a contingency of US$111 million.

Seabridge is planning on undertaking the following work activities during the summer of 2010: · environmental and permitting work; · engineering and metallurgical consulting; and, · geotechnical, environmental and definition drilling, with 18,000 metres of diamond drilling planned in 40 drill holes at the FAT Deposit.

This work will be used to upgrade the existing economic analyses of the project with the completion of a Preliminary Feasibility Analysis in early 2012. Completion of this document will provide the necessary information to initiate an environmental assessment under the Mackenzie Valley Resource Management Act (MVRMA).

Seabridge Gold Inc, is an experienced company familiar with Canada’s North, and we are aware of the complexities and concerns that all members of the public have with regards to mining activity and its associated disturbances. Seabridge is committed through its corporate policies to ensure that our activities are designed in such a way that potential impacts are limited and the work is conducted in a spirit of corporation and partnership with the local communities. I live in the north and have many years of experience working with mining projects and local communities in the NWT, including being the former Chief Environmental officer at the EKATI Diamond Mine. I am excited about working with Seabridge as their Environment and Sustainability Manager and in engaging in meaningful discussions with you.

I also believe that working relationships developed with local communities must be based on respect for local tradition, trust, and a policy of honest and open communication. In keeping with this respect with local traditions, in 2003, Seabridge undertook an archaeological review of the Courageous Lake area, as a precautionary measure to ensure that our activities did not or would not impact on local traditional sites. We are willing to provide a copy of this report, if requested.

Seabridge is committed to developing a long term presence within the NWT and strong community relationships. We request an opportunity to meet with members of your community, to provide us with an opportunity to discuss our proposed work plans and any other issues of concern or interest. Seabridge will be submitting an application for renewal of its existing Class A Land Use Permit latter this year. Renewal of this permit will enable us to conduct the activities required for the preparation of a technically advanced Project Description document for submission to the environmental agencies for review in 2012. .

We have engaged, a northern based firm, Rescan Environmental Consultants, of Yellowknife, NWT to assist us in arranging opportunities for us to visit your communities over the next months. Rescan will be responsible for the preparation and submission of various permit applications required for Seabridge to undertake the environmental baseline work required to support the project. These applications include authorizations to conduct environmental baseline studies, to undertake additional archaeological work at the project site, and authorizations to conduct wildlife and fisheries work.

It is my understanding that these permit submissions will be forwarded to your communities and I wanted to ensure that you had prior knowledge of these applications. Seabridge will be organizing tours of the project site later this summer (i.e. August) and will be requesting the presence of an elder, a youth and a technical representative to accompany us during the tour.

We trust that the above information provides a brief outline of our company and our planned activities. If you have questions or concerns regarding this information, or wish to inform us of an opportunity to meet with you, please contact myself at 867 445 5553 or Ms. Tonia Robb in Rescan’s Yellowknife office at 867 920 2090. Thank you and on behalf of Seabridge we look forward to meeting with you in person at a convenient time.

Yours truly, Seabridge Gold Inc.

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

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April 30, 2010

Denendeh National Office, AFN Regional Office PO Box 2338 5120-50thStreet Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P7

Attention: Sheila Reindeer, Administrative Officer

Dear: Ms. Reindeer

RE: LETTER OF INTRODUCTION, SEABRIDGE GOLD INC., COURAGEOUS LAKE PROPERTY

2 costs for the project were estimated at US$848 million, including a contingency of US$111 million.

Yours truly, Seabridge Gold Inc.

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

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April 30, 2010

Łutsel K'e Dene First Nation PO Box 28 Łutsel K'e, NT X0E 1A0

Attention: Len Griffore, Senior Administrative Officer

Dear: Mr. Griffore

RE: LETTER OF INTRODUCTION, SEABRIDGE GOLD INC., COURAGEOUS LAKE PROPERTY

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

2 costs for the project were estimated at US$848 million, including a contingency of US$111 million.

Yours truly, Seabridge Gold Inc.

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

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April 30, 2010

North Slave Métis Alliance PO Box 2301 32 Melville Dr. Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P7

Attention: Sheryl Grieve, Environment and Resource Coordinator

Dear: Ms. Grieve

RE: LETTER OF INTRODUCTION, SEABRIDGE GOLD INC., COURAGEOUS LAKE PROPERTY

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

2 costs for the project were estimated at US$848 million, including a contingency of US$111 million.

Yours truly, Seabridge Gold Inc.

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

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April 30, 2010

Northwest Territories Métis Nation PO BOX 720 206 McDougal Rd Fort Smith, NT X0E 0P0

Attention: Chris Heron, IMA Coordinator

Dear: Mr. Heron

RE: LETTER OF INTRODUCTION, SEABRIDGE GOLD INC., COURAGEOUS LAKE PROPERTY

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

2 costs for the project were estimated at US$848 million, including a contingency of US$111 million.

Yours truly, Seabridge Gold Inc.

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

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April 30, 2010

Tli Cho Land Protection Environment Box 412 Behchokö, NT X0A 0Y0

Attention: Jolene Huskey, Lands Administration Officer (Bechokö)

Dear: Ms. Huskey

RE: LETTER OF INTRODUCTION, SEABRIDGE GOLD INC., COURAGEOUS LAKE PROPERTY

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

2 costs for the project were estimated at US$848 million, including a contingency of US$111 million.

Yours truly, Seabridge Gold Inc.

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

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April 30, 2010

Yellowknives Dene First Nation PO BOX 2514 Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P8

Attention: Todd Slack, Community Organizer

Dear: Mr. Slack

RE: LETTER OF INTRODUCTION, SEABRIDGE GOLD INC., COURAGEOUS LAKE PROPERTY

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

2 costs for the project were estimated at US$848 million, including a contingency of US$111 million.

Yours truly, Seabridge Gold Inc.

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

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Appendix 7-2 Permits Obtained for Environmental Studies Conducted for the Courageous Lake Project

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AURORA COLLEGE Aurora Research Institute

July 06, 2010

Mr. Andrew Duthie Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 3S9 Canada Phone: (867) 920-2090 Fax: (867) 920-2015 Email: [email protected]

Dear Mr. Andrew Duthie,

Enclosed you will find your 201 0 Scientific Research Licence No. 14 756 as prepared under the Northwest Territories Scientists Act. Should you require support from the Aurora Research Institute's Research Centre(s), please contact the applicable Research Centre Manager(s) to discuss your research needs.

According to the Scientists Act, researchers issued licences must provide a summary report for each year of their research. Accordingly, upon completion of your 2010 field work in the Northwest Territories, please ensure that you provide a 200-word (maximum) non-technical summary of your research findings to our office via www.nwtresearch.com/polar. This summary is due no later than October 31, 2010, or with your 2011 application, whichever is earlier. In addition, we require a copy of your final report and copies of any papers that you publish that pertain to research conducted under this licence. Finally, if/as applicable, please provide to the communities copies of any reports that you have offered to them or that they have requested as a condition of their support for your project. Such reports should be provided to the communities prior to submitting new applications.

Thank you for assisting in the promotion and development of a scientific research community and database within the Northwest Territories. The summary report and other information that you provide are utilized in our annual report compendium, which is distributed to communities and organizations in the NWT as well as to researchers across Canada.

Best wishes for a successful study!

Sincerely, ..

nathon Michel, Manager, Scientific Services

Box 1450 lnuvik, NT XOE OTO Tel: (867) 777-3298 Fax: (867) 777-4264 Aurora Research Institute - Aurora College PO Box 1450 lnuvik NT XOE OTO Phone: 867-777-3298 Fax: 867-777-4264 E-mail: [email protected]

Instructions for Multi-Year Research The NWT Scientific Research Licence is issued for one calendar year, and expires December 31 of the issuing year. Your research licence application was reviewed by community organizations under the perspective of multiple years of research activity.

Please note that the attached licence should not be considered a multi-year licence. Licences still have to be renewed annually, however, through a simplified process.

Licence renewal is not guaranteed, and may be slowed by lack of reporting and feedback to communities, concerns over researcher conduct, or in some cases significant changes in a community reality.

Kindly retain this letter with your licence, to guide you through renewal. Below are important points to be remembered:

1. October 31 of the issuing year is the deadline for submission of your simplified research licence renewal application. Instructions on how to complete the simplified application will be available through the Aurora Research Institute's online system (www.nwtresearch .com/polar). 2. Upon renewal, you will be prompted to update your contact information, confirm or expand locations, confirm your methodology and research time period. 3. Prior to the above submission, a 200-words summary report of field activities has to be submitted online, including preliminary findings if any. Extensions on summary submissions may be granted for research being conducted late in the calendar year. 4. A new complete application may be required, if significant changes in your research prompt new potential concerns or impacts. Some examples are: new research area involving community organizations that have not previously reviewed your application; new methodology or investigative field, raising new potential impacts; new time period, in potential conflict with local communities' traditional activities.

Please contact our office by phone at (867) 777-3298 ext. 32 or email at [email protected] if you would like more information, or if there are questions about phanges in your research in future years. I • Thank you and best wishes for a successful study!

Sincerely,

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Licence No. 14756 File No. 12 404 752 July 06, 2010 2010 Northwest Territories Scientific Research Licence Issued by: Aurora Research Institute- Aurora College lnuvik, Northwest Territories Issued to: Mr. Andrew Duthie Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 3S9 Canada Phone: (867) 920-2090 Fax: (867) 920-2015 Email: [email protected] Affiliation: Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Funding: Seabridge Gold Inc. Team Members: Andrew Duthie; Judith Eigenbrod; Julia Shewan; Michael Henry; Benjamin Sey; Bob Askin; Dan Jarratt; Greg Norton; Greg Sharam; Katie Kuker; Mark Whelly; Lisa Seip; Daniel Walker; Maria Sotiropoulos; Natasha Bush; Rose Spieker; Susan Ames; Tom Sharp; Tonia Robb; Rob Larson; Wade Brunham; Colin Fyfe; Rodney Hughes; Vivian Banci; Chris Martin; Brian Milakovic; Tamer Gorgy; Tolga Olcay; Cheryl Christensen; Xavier Pinto; Shaun Freeman; Leslie Bol Title: Courageous Lake Project Objectives: To collect baseline data to characterize the environmental (physical and biological) setting in the proposed project area. Specifically, data will be collected to characterize the following environmental components: air quality, noise, hydrology, bathymetry, hydrogeology, aquatic resources, fish and fish habitat, soils, vegetation and wetlands. I i Dates of data collection: July?, 2010to December31, 2010 Location: Matthews Lake, Courageous Lake, Dumbell Lake, Jolly Lake, Sandy Lake

Licence No.14 756 expires on December 31, 201 0" Issued in the Town of lnuvik on July 06, 2010

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Aurora Research Institute -Aurora College PO Box 1450 lnuvik NT XOE OTO Phone: 867-777-3298 Fax: 867-777-4264 E-mail: [email protected]

Notification of Multi-Year Research I would like to inform you that Scientific Research Licence No. 14 756 has been issued to:

Mr. Andrew Duthie Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 3S9 Canada Phone: (867) 920-2090 Fax: (867) 920-2015 Email: [email protected]

to conduct the following study: Courageous Lake Project (Application No. 1452)

This is year 1 of a 3 year project.

Please contact the researcher if you would like more information.

SUMMARY OF RESEARCH This licence has been issued for the scientific research application No.1452.

The objective of the study is to collect baseline data to characterize the environmental (physical and biological) setting in the proposed project area. Specifically, data will be collected to characterize the following environmental components: air quality, noise, hydrology, bathymetry, hydrogeology, aquatic resources, fish and fish habitat, soils, vegetation and wetlands.

Air Quality: Five locations will be selected f6r r.lustfall monitoring stations that are outside of the boundaries for the mineralized zone and the proposed project development and sampling will occur for a 3 month period. Dustfall samples will be opened to the atmosphere for approximately 30 days and be analyzed for settle-able particulate matter.

Noise: Noise measurements will be conducted during the summer and fall to coincide with peak caribou migration and breeding of birds and mammals. A sound level merter capable of logging data will be used to log data for 24 consecutive hours.

Hydrology: Three hydrometric stations will be established and will consist of a pressure transducer with an automated data logger. The hydrometric stations will be operated throughout the open-water season.

Bathymetry: To produce a bathymetric map of Matthews Lake, a bathymetry survey will be conducted during the summer. Geographic position will be determined using a Trimble Pro XRS DGPS with a TCS1 data logger. Lake depths will be measured using a 200 kHz Marinetek Sea Max depth sounder that will be mounted to a boat.

Hydrogeology: A ThermistorNibrating Wire Piezometer/Electrical Conductivity Probe string will installed in a single drill hole. The drill hole will be advanced using an exploration diamond drill. The total number of thermistors will be dependent upon the overall depths of the holes, which is yet to be determined. There will be a greater concentration of thermistors at the top of the holes so that the extent of the active layer and the zero amplitude point can be determined. The instrumentation string will also contain several electrical conductivity probes which will be used for a qualitative assessment of groundwater quality. Vibrating wire piezometers will also be included to measure hydraulic head.

Aquatics: A total of nine lake sites and seven stream sites will be sampled. Lake physical limnology measurements will be taken with a multi-meter which measures dissolved oxygen and temperature. Lake water quality and phytoplankton samples will be collected using a GO-FLO (a cylindrical PVC water sampler). Zooplankton samples will be collected using a conical mesh net towed through the water column. Lake benthos and sediment quality samples will be collected using --~~------,------· ------·

an Ekman grab sampler (surface area of 0.0225 m2). Stream benthos samples will be collected using a Hess sampler (surface area of 0.096 m2). Water quality samples will be collected three times in the open water season and all biology and sediment samples will be collected during the August sampling trip.

Fish and Fish Habitat: Eight stream sites and six lake sites will be sampled. Stream habitat assessments will be conducted in the Courageous Lake study area during two sampling periods: freshet (June) and summer low-flow (August). Parameters will be measured to determine substrate, habitat, cover, and physical characteristics of the stream. The lake habitat assessment will collect data to delineate shoreline and littoral substrate types, riparian vegetation types and habitat types. The fish community in streams will be sampled using backpack electrofishers. At each site, one-pass electrofishing with no blocking nets will be conducted over a minimum 200 m-long stream section and for a minimum of approximately 1,000 electrofishing seconds. Electrofishing will not be completed where fish are observed to be spawning. Lakes will be sampled with RISC standard sinking gillnets and baited minnow traps. Gillnets will be set randomly throughout the lake, if small, and at specific sampling sites in large lakes (i.e., Courageous Lake and Matthews Lake) for a period of one hour to minimize fish mortality. Minnow traps will be set in the littoral zone at depths of approximately 2 m for periods of 24 hours duration. Traps will be set along the entire lake shoreline in small lakes and at specific sampling sites in large lakes. Biological information collected on captured fish will include: number, species, length (mm), wet weight (g) and age (as read from scales, pelvic fin rays, otoliths or cleithra). An application has been submitted to the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada for a Licence to Fish for Scientific Purposes.

Soils and Terrain: Terrain mapping will be carried out using aerial photos or anaglyph data which will be made available from the client. The terrain map will be checked in the field. Ground truthing will include the collection of site, terrain, and soils information data. Soil samples will be collected for metals analysis at various locations. Samples will be collected from the 0 em to 10 em depth, the 10 em to 20 em depth, and the 30-50 em depth where possible. Soils mapping will be done using the information comparing the soils/terrain information in the field program to the terrain mapping developed in the air photo/anaglyph mapping program.

Wetlands: To characterize and classify wetlands in the area, a field survey will be conducted to identify wetlands in the proposed project area. At each wetland, a soil pit will be dug to evaluate the soil moisture regime and texture. A soil auger will be used to characterize the soil layers. Soil water pH and conductivity will be measured using handheld equipment in the auger holes. A vegetation species list will be recorded at each site.

Vegetation and Ecosystem Studies: Field studies will be conducted to guide ecosystem mapping in the local study area. Field surveys will be conducted for rare and invasive plants and plant tissue samples, primarily lichen, will be collected for metals analysis within the local study area. 1 Public meetings for information exchange ancl project status updates will be held at milestone points of the project. Information will also be provided on Seabridge's company website. Additional communication through letter, email and phone can be made to identified government and stakeholder or interested parties.

The fieldwork for this study will be conducted from July 7, 2010 to December 31, 2010. 1\

Sincerely,

~-~ J6nathon Michel, Manager, Scientific Services

Under the authority of the Northwest Territories Act and the NWT Archaeological Sites Regulations, authorization is granted

To: Lisa Seip Affiliation: Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Name ofProject: Courageous Lake

Location: Tlicho Settlment Area For the Purpose of: Identifying and Evaluating any archaeological resources within and adjacent to proposed developments, assess possible impacts to these sites and recommend possible management options.

Conditions: None

The permittee shall abide by the attached Permit Requirements The permit is valid until December 31, 2010 The permit was issued in the City of Yellowknife, Northwest Territories on JWI 2 8 2010

Distribution of documentation: The permittee shall distribute the listed materials to the agencies below according to this schedule. Canadian Museum of Other Civi

3. Artifacts and Catalogue

Minister, lture and Employment

Attachments: Archaeologist's Permit Requirements, GPS Guidelines, PDF Guidelines, Interim Reporting Guidelines

208-147 Distribution List:

Mr. Todd Slack GIS Coordinator Land and Environment Office Yellowknives Dene First Nation P.O. Box 2514 Yellowknife NT XlA 2P8

Mr. Bill Enge President North Slave Metis Alliance PO Box 2301 Yellowknife NT XlA 2P7

Mr. Eddie Erasmus Lands Protection Director HJChQ Lands Protection Department TfJChQ Government PO Box 412 Behchokg NT XOE OYO

Chief Steven Nitah tutselk' e Dene Council PO Box 28 tutselk' e NT XOE lAO Environment and Natural Resources Application #NSRIOI-10

July21,2010 Mr. Greg Sharam Wildlife Lead. Rescan Environmental Services 908-5201, 50tli Avenue Yellowknite, NT XlA 3S9 Tel: (604) 689-9460 Fax: (604) 687-4277 Emai f: gsharam@rescan .com_

Dear Mr. Greg Sharam:

Re: Wildlife Research Permit- WL 005697

Enclosed is your 2010 Wildlife Research Permit WL 005697 to conduct a Wildlife Baseline Program near Courageous Lake, located in the North Slave Region (NSR) of the Northwest Territories. As stated in your application, baseline wildlife studies were conducted in the area in 1982-83 and 2004-05, however, this is the first year Rescan is conducting the studies. The program includes the collection of information on caribou, carnivores and their denning habitat, small mammals, upland breeding birds, shorebirds, waterfowl, raptors, and wildlife habitat. The objective's of this study is to collect baseline information to characterize baseline conditions and ecology of the area to support future potential mineral development.

Please note that the permit must be signed by the applicant to be valid. This permit expires l May 2011.

As a condition of your pennit, we require that you keep our office and the consulted communities informed with a brief summary report ofyour tieldwork. We also require receiving any reports produced as a result of this study.

The Wildlife Management Information System (WMIS) provides a central repository to store standardized point feature data to support the conservation and management of the NWT's wildlife species and habitat. Researchers are encouraged to submit wildlife observations along with summary reports of studies conducted in the NWT. This spatial collection of data is an important contribution to the knowledge base for wildlife management. Please note that all observations should be gee-referenced, along with the observation date. For more information on WMIS please contact WMISTeam(cV,e:ov.nt.q. -flit Fred J. Mandeville A/Regional Superintendent North Slave Region c. Attached distribution list

Goverr.rnent of the Northwest Territories, -veuovvknife, NT Canada Xl1-\ 2L9 DISTRIBUTION LIST

Land and Environment Coordinator Yellowknives Dene First Nation P.O. Box2514 Yellowknife, NT X 1A 2P8 Tel: (867) 669-9002 Fax:(867) 766-3497

Environment and Resource Manager North Slave Metis Alliance P.O. Box 2301 Yellowknife, NT XIA 2P7 Tel: (867) 873-6762 Fa.x:(867) 669-7442

Research Director Tlicho Government Box412 Behchoko, NT XOE OYO Tel: (867) 392-6381 Fax:(867) 392-6389

Chairperson Wildlife, Land and Environment Committee Lutsel K'e First Nation P.O. Box 28 Lutsel K'e, NT XOE lAO Tel: (867) 370-3051 Fax: (867) 370-30 lO

Director, Wildlife Division, ENR, GNWT Susan Fleck Fax: (867) 873-0293

Executive Director Wek'eezhii Renewable Resources Board 202-5103 51st Street Yellowknife, NT X lA 2P3 Tel: (867) 873-5740 Fax: (867) 873-5743 Oeparlmenl of Environment and Natural Resources Ministere de l'Environnement et des Ressources nalure"es 0 Pursuant to the WILDUFE ACT· En vertu de Ia LO/ SUR LA FAUNE Northw<"t WL 005697 Ttmltorl~ r,:;) LICENCE TO CAPTURE WILDLIFE lEI WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT PERMIT ~ WILDLIFE RESEARCH PERMIT ~ FAUNE- PERM IS DE CAPTURE FAUNE • PERMIS DE GESTION I.QI FAUNE - PERMIS DE RECHERCHE

Hereby authorized to Capture Wildlife at the following Est autorise par le present a capturer des animaux de Ia Faune a location: l'endrolt sulvant :

Is hereby authorized to conduct the following activity In Est autorise par le present a mener l'actlvlte suivante dans le contexte the context of approved Wildlife Management techniques: des techniques approuvees par Ia Gestion de ta Fauna :

Is hereby authorized to conduct Scientific Research as Est autorise par le present a mener une recherche sclentifique telle approved by the Superintendent of Wildlife. qu'approuvee par le surintendant de Ia Fauna. Date: May 20, 2010

To: Maria Sotiropoulos Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. 908-5201 50 Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 3S9

Subject: Animal Use Protocol - Letter of Approval

Dear Maria,

Your 2010 Animal Use Protocol (AUP), number FWI-ACC-2010-026 entitled “Baseline Fisheries Surveys for the Courageous Lake Project “, has been reviewed and approved by the Freshwater Institute Animal Care Committee. This AUP will expire on October 30, 2010.

Please note that for euthanasia CCAC only recommends that fish be euthanized by a blow to the head and severing of the gills only if an anesthetic is used first. A stunning blow to the head performed by an experienced person is also acceptable if followed by pithing or cervical dislocation.

Keep this signed letter of approval as well as the signed AUP for your records. Please be advised that should there be a need to revise the protocol you are requested to contact the Freshwater Institute Animal Care Committee and obtain approval prior to proceeding.

In addition, you are required to submit a brief report within 30 days of completion of the project outlining the unexpected changes to the protocol, the number of animals used and any unanticipated results or mortalities.

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

______Kerri Pleskach FWISL-ACC Chairperson

Freshwater Institute Science Laboratories Animal Care Committee Arctic Aquatic Research Central & Arctic / Région du Centre et de l’Arctique Fisheries and Oceans Canada / Pêches et Océans Canada 501 University Crescent Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N6 Phone:204 984-2532 Fax:204 984-2403 Date: August 27, 2010

To: Maria Sotiropoulos Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. 908-5201 50 Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 3S9

Subject: Animal Use Protocol - Letter of Approval

Dear Maria,

The following amendments to sample location and sample size in table 1 (attached) have been approved.

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

______Kerri Pleskach FWISL-ACC Chairperson

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AUP#: ACC-2010-026 Date: May 20, 2010

Signatures of ACC Members

Kerri Pleskach, Chair Brad Park

Dr. Ericka Anseeuw D.V.M. Suzanne Mittermuller

______Bob Artes Magaly Chambellant

Interim Approval Final Approval

APPROVAL BY THE FWI ANIMAL CARE COMMITTEE IS FOR THE PERIOD STATED ON YOUR ANIMAL USE PROTOCOL. Fisheries and Oceans Pkhes et Oceans 1+1 Canada canada

Licence#: S-10/11-3006-YK

Maria Sotiropoulos 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT, CA X1A 3S9

Dear Maria Sotiropoulos,

Enclosed is your Licence to Fish for Scientific Purposes issued pursuant to Section 52 of the Fishery (General) Regulations.

Failure to comply with any of the conditions specified on the attached licence may result in a contravention of the Fishery (General) Regulations.

Please be advised that this licence only permits those activities stated on your licence. Any other activity may require approval under the Fisheries Act or other legislation. It is the Project Authority's responsibility to obtain any other approvals.

Western Arctic, Area Director Date Central and Arctic Region Fisheries and Oceans Canada Enclosure

Central and Arctic Region Region du Centre et de !'Arctique Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Surte 301, 5204 50th Ave Yellowknife, NT X1A 1 E2 Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 (867) 669-4920 (867) 669-4920 Fisheries and Oceans Pkhes et 0<»ans S-1 0/11-3006-YK canada Canada ••• Page 1 of 4

LICENCE TO FISH FOR SCIENTIFIC PURPOSES

S-1 0/11-3006-YK

Pursuant to Section 52 of the Fishery (General) Regulations, the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans hereby authorizes the individual(s) listed below to fish for scientific purposes, subject to the conditions specified.

Project Authority: Maria Sotiropoulos Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT, CA X1A 3S9

Other Personnel: Stephanie Miller Erika Genrich Garrett Cooper Kirsten MacKenzie Kevin Esseltine

Objectives: To characterize the streams and lakes in the Corageous Lakes Project (Seabridge Gold Inc.) area so that the effects assessment can be carried out and appropriate monitoring programs and fish habitat compensation plans can be developed.

The focus of this baseline study will be to gain an understanding of the structure and growth patterns of the fish community inhabiting the lakes and streams as well as the fish habitat prior to development of the site.

CONDITIONS Specified Conditions: The following gear types are allowed for the collection of specimens from the waterbodies listed below: Streams- electrofishing (minimum 1,000 electrofishing seconds) and minnow traps (24-hour set duration) Lakes- gillnets (standard index gillnets, 1-hour sets) and minnow traps (24-hour set duration)

Waters: This permit authorizes the holder to collect samples from the waterbodies in the Corageous Lake Study Area bounded by the straight lines connecting the following coordinates in the order in which they are listed: 64 °00'29"N, 111 °36'35"W 64°08'40"N, 111°51 '45"W 64°18'54"N, 111°12'49"W 64 °09'12"N, 11 0056'36"W

The following is a list of waterbodies and coordinates where specimen collections are allowed within the Corageous Lake Study Area: Streams Matthews Creek- Site 1 - 64°06'09"N, 111 °15'39"W Matthews Creek - Site 2 - 64 °06'4 7"N, 111 o15'52"W Matthews Creek- Site 3- 64 °07'02"N, 111°1 7'44"W Tributary to Matthews Creek - 64 °06'37"N, 111 °1 7'32"W Unnamed Creek 1- Site 1- 64°06'14"N, 111°12'49'W Unnamed Creek 1 - Site 2 - 64 °06'36"N, 111 °14'12"W Unnamed Creek 1- Site 3- 64°06'55"N, 111 °14'11 "W Unnamed Creek 1- Site 4- 64°07'23"N, 111°13'42'W Unnamed Creek 2 - Site 1 - 64 °06'36"N, 111 °19'24"W Unnamed Creek 2- Site 2 - 64°06'57"N, 111o19'11"W Unnamed Creek 2- Site 3- 64o07'13"N, 111°19'00W Seahorse Outflow- 64°16'51"N, 111°14'44"W Undine Outflow- 64°03'42"N, 111 °37'58"

Central and Arctic Region Region du Centre et de !'Arctique Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Suite 301, 5204 501h Ave Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 (867) 669-4920 (867) 669-4920 Fisheries and Oceans P6ches et Oc$ans S-10/11-3006-YK canada Canada ••• Page 2 of4

Lakes Matthews Lake - 64 °06'02"N, 111 °15'57"W Unnamed Lake- 64°06'06"N, 111°12'08"W Unnamed Lake 2- 64°06'14"N, 111 °13'22"W Unnamed Lake 3- 64°06'01"N, 111°14'28"W Courageous Lake- Site 1 - 64°07'40"N, 111 °18'18"W Courageous Lake- Site 2- 64°07'37"N, 111 °13'26"W Unnamed Lake 4 - 64 °06'41 "N, 111 o 18'54"W Unnamed Lake 5- 64°06'23"N, 111° 19'38"W Unnamed Lake 6- 64°06'05"N, 111°20'24"W Unnamed Lake 7- 64°05'43"N, 111° 22'47"W Unnamed Lake 8- 64°06'44"N, 111° 24'34"W Seahorse Lake- 64°18'27"N, 111 °13'40"W Undine Lake - 64 °04'28"N, 111 °37'46"W

Maximum number of fish by species that can be captured from each of the Streams: Lake Trout- 40 live, 3 dead Arctic Grayling - 80 live, 5 dead Northern Pike - 40 live, 3 dead Long nose Sucker- 40 live, 3 dead Burbot- 80 live, 5 dead Stickleback - 80 live, 5 dead Slimy Sculpin - 80 live, 5 dead

Maximum number of fish by species that can be captured from each of the Lakes: Lake Trout- 150 live, 10 dead Lake Whitefish - 200 live, 50 dead Round Whitefish - 200 live, 50 dead Cisco - 200 live, 50 dead Arctic Grayling - 60 live, 4 dead Northern Pike - 80 live, 6 dead Longnose Sucker- 120 live, 10 dead Burbot- 60 live, 4 dead Stickleback- 200 live, 10 dead Slimy Sculpin- 100 live, 10 dead

Water Body: Courageous Lake Project Area Point A: 64° 0' 29" N, 111° 36' 35" W, Point B: 64° 8' 40" N, 111° 51' 45" W, Point C: 64° 18' 54" N, 111° 12' 49" W Point D: 64° 9' 12" N, 110° 56' 36" W Species: Species Listed - See Conditions Gear: See Conditions

Total Weight Weight Number Number Number Number Hours Minutes Weight Live Dead Alive Dead Tows Sets

Fishing Period: May 19, 2010 to October 30, 2010

A copy of this licence must be available at the study site and produced at the request of a fishery officer.

Live fish may not be retained unless specified in the conditions of this licence.

The licence holder shall immediately cease fishing when the total fish killed or live sampled reaches any of the maximums set for any of the species listed.

Central and Arctic Region Region du Centre et de !'Arctique Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 (867} 669-4920 (867} 669-4920 Fisheries and Oceans Paclles et Oceans S-10/11-3006-YK Canada Canada ••• Page 3 of4

Transportation:

Other approvals/permits may be necessary to collect or transport certain species, such as Marine Mammal Transportation Permits. For marine mammal parts, products and derivatives a Marine Mammal Transportation Licence is required for domestic transport and, for international transport a Canadian CITES Export Permit is also required.

Retention & Disposal of Fish Caught:

Fish not required for the dead sample MUST be returned to the water at the site of capture. Retained fish may be made available to the nearest settlement for domestic consumption or sold commercially within the Territory. Any fish for commercial sale beyond the Territory in which it was caught may require authorization under the Fish Inspection Regulations and/or the Freshwater Fish Marketing Act. Disposal of any fish remains must be in accordance with local land use regulations.

Report on Activities:

The Project Authority will submit to the Licensing Administrator, Department of Fisheries and Oceans, within one month of the expiry date, a report stating: i) whether or not the field work was conducted; and if conducted ii) waterbody location, fishing coordinates, gear types used at each coordinate, numbers or amount of fish (by species) collected and/or marked and the date or period of collection.

A Summary Harvest Report template is provided by the Licensing Coordinator at time of issuance of this licence.

The Project Authority also will provide a copy of any published or public access documents which result from the project. Information supplied will be used for population management purposes by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans and becomes part of the public record.

All documents should be sent to:

Fisheries and Oceans Canada Western Arctic Area Central and Arctic Region 301-5204-50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2

Attention: Yellowknife Licensing Officer

Telephone: (867) 669-4920 Fax: (867) 669-4940 E-mail: [email protected]

Notification of Commencement:

Prior to the commencement of fishing the Project Authority will contact:

Fisheries and Oceans Canada Western Arctic Area Central and Arctic Region 301-5204-50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2

Attention: Yellowknife Licensing Officer

Telephone: (867) 669-4920 Fax: (867) 669-4940 E-mail: [email protected]

JV· 05 · z.o Western Arctic, Area Director Date Central and Arctic Region Fisheries and Oceans Canada

For the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans. Pursuant to Section 52 of the Fishery (General) Regulations.

Central and Arctic Region Region du Centre et de !'Arctique Suite 301. 5204 50th Ave Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 (867) 669-4920 (867) 669-4920 1+1

Licence#: S-10/11-3006-YK-A1

Maria Sotiropoulos 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT, CA X1A 3S9

Dear Maria Sotiropoulos,

Enclosed is your Licence to Fish for Scientific Purposes issued pursuant to Section 52 of the Fishery (General) Regulations.

Failure to comply with any of the conditions specified on the attached licence may result in a contravention of the Fishery (General) Regulations.

Please ensure that you include the project title and licence number in any future correspondence and that you complete the Summary Harvest Report upon completion of activities under this licence. Yours truly, .b ()--- District Manager, lnuvik Date Central and Arctic Region Fisheries and Oceans Canada Enclosure

LICENCE TO FISH FOR SCIENTIFIC PURPOSES AMENDMENT

S-10/11-3006-YK-A1

Project Authority: Maria Sotiropoulos Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT, CA X1A 3S9

Other Personnel: Stephanie Miller Erika Genrich Garrett Cooper Kirsten MacKenzie Kevin Esseltine

CONDITIONS

Specified Conditions: The following gear types are allowed for the collection of specimens from the waterbodies listed below: Streams - electrofishing (minimum 1,000 electrofishing seconds) and minnow traps (24-hour set duration) Lakes- gillnets (standard index gillnets, 1-hour sets) and minnow traps (24-hour set duration) Waters: This permit authorizes the holder to collect samples from the waterbodies in the Corageous Lake Study Area bounded by the straight lines connecting the following coordinates in the order in which they are listed: 64°00'29"N, 111°36'35'W 64°08'40"N, 111°51'45'W 64°18'54"N, 111°12'49'W 64°09'12"N, 110°56'36'W

The following is a list of waterbodies and coordinates where specimen collections are allowed within the Corageous Lake Study Area: Streams Matthews Creek- Site 1 - 64°06'09"N, 111°15'39'W Matthews Creek- Site 2- 64°06'47"N, 111 °15'52'W Matthews Creek- Site 3- 64°07'02"N, 111°17'44'W Tributary to Matthews Creek- 64°06'37"N, 111 °17'32'W Unnamed Creek 1- Site 1- 64°06'14"N, 111°12'49'W Unnamed Creek 1 -Site 2- 64°06'36"N, 111°14'12'W Unnamed Creek 1- Site 3- 64°06'55"N, 111 °14'11'W Unnamed Creek 1 -Site 4- 64°07'23"N, 111°13'42'W Unnamed Creek 2- Site 1 - 64°06'36"N, 111 o 19'24'W Unnamed Creek 2- Site 2 - 64°06'57"N, 111°19'11'W Unnamed Creek 2- Site 3- 64°07'13"N, 111°19'00W Seahorse Outflow- 64°16'51"N, 111°14'44'W Undine Outflow- 64°03'42"N, 111 °37'58"

Lakes Matthews Lake- 64°06'02"N, 111 °15'57'W Unnamed Lake- 64°06'06"N, 111°12'08'W Unnamed Lake 2- 64°06'14"N, 111°13'22'W Unnamed Lake 3- 64°06'01"N, 111°14'28'W Courageous Lake- Site 1 - 64°07'40"N, 111°18'18'W Courageous Lake - Site 2 - 64 °07'37"N, 111 o 13'26'W Unnamed Lake 4 - 64°06'41 "N, 111 o 18'54'W Unnamed Lake 5- 64°06'23"N, 111° 19'38'W Unnamed Lake 6- 64°06'05"N, 111°20'24'W Unnamed Lake 7 - 64°05'43"N, 111 o 22'47'W Unnamed Lake 8- 64°06'44"N, 111 o 24'34'W Seahorse Lake- 64°18'27"N, 111°13'40'W Undine Lake- 64°04'28"N, 111°37'46'W

Maximum number of fish by species that can be captured from each of the Streams: Lake Trout- 40 live, 3 dead Arctic Grayling - 80 live, 5 dead Northern Pike - 40 live, 3 dead Longnose Sucker - 40 live, 3 dead Burbot - 80 live, 5 dead Stickleback - 80 live, 5 dead Slimy Sculpin - 80 live, 5 dead

Maximum number of fish by species that can be captured from each of the Lakes: Lake Trout- 150 live, 10 dead Lake VVhitefish- 200 live, 50 dead Round VVhitefish - 200 live, 50 dead Cisco - 200 live, 50 dead Arctic Grayling - 60 live, 4 dead Northern Pike - 80 live, 6 dead Longnose Sucker- 120 live, 10 dead Burbot- 60 live, 4 dead Stickleback- 200 live, 10 dead Slimy Sculpin- 100 live, 10 dead

In addition as outlined in Table 1 as submitted by Rescan, sites L 1-L42 and S1-S31 and the species and sample sizes identifed may be sampled.

Total Weight Weight Number Number Number Number Hours Minutes Weight Live Dead Alive Dead Tows Sets

Fishing Period: May 19, 2010 to October 30, 2010

A copy of this licence must be available at the study site and produced at the request of a fishery officer.

Live fish may not be retained unless specified in the conditions of this licence.

The licence holder shall immediately cease fishing when the total fish killed or live sampled reaches any of the maximums set for any of the species listed.

Transportation:

Retention & Disposal of Fish Caught

Report on Activities:

The Project Authority wilt submit to the Licensing Administrator, Department of Fisheries and Oceans, within one month of the expiry date, a report stating: i) whether or not the field work was conducted; and if conducted ii) waterbody location, fishing coordinates, gear types used at each coordinate, numbers or amount of fish (by species) collected and/or marked and the date or period of collection.

A Summary Harvest Report template is provided by the Licensing Coordinator at time of issuance of this licence.

The Project Authority also witt provide a copy of any published or public access documents which result from the project. Information supplied witt be used for population management purposes by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans and becomes part of the public record.

All documents should be sent to:

Fisheries and Oceans Canada Western Arctic Area Central and Arctic Region 301-5204-50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2

Attention: Yellowknife Licensing Officer

Telephone: (867) 669-4920 Fax: (867) 669-4940 E-mail: [email protected]

Notification of Commencement:

Prior to the commencement of fishing the Project Authority witt contact:

Fisheries and Oceans Canada Western Arctic Area Central and Arctic Region 301-5204-50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2

Attention: Yellowknife Licensing Officer

Telephone: (867) 669-4920 Fax: (867) 669-4940 E-mail: [email protected]

Central and Arctic Region Region du Centre et de !'Arctique Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Suite 301, 5204 5oth Ave Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 (867) 669-4920 (867) 669-4920 1+1 S-1 0/11-3006-YK-A 1 Page4 of4

District Manager, lnuvik Date

Central and Arctic Region

Fisheries and Oceans Canada For the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans. Pursuant to Section 52 of the Fishery (General) Regulations.

Central and Arctic Region Region du Centre et de !'Arctique Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 (867) 669-4920 (867) 669-4920 Table 1 Amended Locations and Humber of Fish to be Sampled as Part of the 2010 Courageous Lake Project' HWT Site Location FlshSpedn LIITR RMWH U

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March 14, 2011

Mr. Andrew Duthie Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 3S9 Canada Phone: (867) 920-2090 Fax: (867) 920-2015 Email: [email protected]

Dear Mr. Andrew Duthie,

Enclosed you will find your 2011 Scientific Research Licence No. 14684 as prepared under the Northwest Territories Scientists Act. Should you require support from the Aurora Research Institute's Research Centre(s), please contact the applicable Research Centre Manager(s) to discuss your research needs.

According to the Scientists Act, researchers issued licences must provide a summary report for each year of their research. Accordingly, upon completion of your 2011 field work in the Northwest Territories, please ensure that you provide a 200-word (maximum) non-technical summary of your research findings to our office via www.nwtresearch.com/polar. This summary is due no later than October 31, 2011, or with your 2012 application, whichever is earlier. In addition, we require a copy of your final report and copies of any papers that you publish that pertain to research conducted under this licence. Finally, if/as applicable, please provide to the communities copies of any reports that you have offered to them or that they have requested as a condition of their support for your project. Such reports should be provided to the communities prior to submitting new applications.

Best wishes for a successful study!

Sincerely,

nathan Michel, Manager, Scientific Services

Box 1450 lnuvik, NT XO EOT O Tel: (867) 777-3298 Fax: (867) 777-4264 Licence No. 14684 File No. 12 404 752 March 14, 2011 2011 Northwest Territories Scientific Research Licence Issued by: Aurora Research Institute - Aurora College lnuvik, Northwest Territories Issued to: Mr. Andrew Duthie Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 3S9 Canada Phone: (867) 920-2090 Fax: (867) 920-2015 Email: [email protected] Affiliation: Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Funding: Seabridge Gold Inc. Team Members: Tonia Robb; Adam Chateauvert; Lisa Seip; Daniel Walker; Vanessa Neuman; Kay Farquharson; Sean McKnight; Tamar Alexan; Tolga Olcay; Cheryl Christensen; Michael Henry; Bob Askin; Vivian Banci; Greg Sharam; Maria Sotiropouous; Melissa Pink; Chris Martin; Garrett Cooper; Dave Fau·quier; Colin Fyfe; Rodney Hughes; Katie Jones; Marianne Nguyen; Greg Norton; Rob Larson; Michael Soloducha; Craig Hatt; Benjamin Sey; Tomasz Gradowski; Susan Ames; Judith Eigenbrod; Andrew Duthie; Wade Brunham; Dan McAllister; Natasha Bush; Shanley Thompson; Julia Shewan; Katie Kuker; Brian Milakovic; Tracey Lanson; Shaun Freeman; Leslie Bol; Tobi Anaka Title: Courageous Lake Project · Objectives: To collect baseline data to characterize the environmental (physical and biological) setting in the proposed Courageous Lake Project area. Dates of data collection: March 14,2011 to December31, 2011 Location: Matthews Lake; Courageous Lake; Dumbell Lake; Jolly Lake; Sandy Lake

Licence No.14684 expires on December 31 , 2011 Issued in the Town of lnuvik on March 14, 2011 Rlkft Pippa ~eccombe-Hett , Director, Aurora Research Institute Aurora Research Institute- Aurora College PO Box 1450 lnuvik NT XOE OTO Phone: 867-777-3298 Fax: 867-777-4264 E-mail: [email protected]

Please note that the attached licence should not be considered a multi-year licence. Licences still have to be renewed annually, however, through a simplified process.

Licence renewal is not guaranteed, and may be slowed by lack of reporting and feedback to communities, concerns over researcher conduct, or in some cases significant changes in a community reality.

Kindly retain this letter with your licence, to guide you through renewal. Below are important points to be remembered:

1. October 31 of the issuing year is the deadline for submission of your simplified research licence renewal application. Instructions on how to complete the simplified application will be available through the Aurora Research Institute's online system (www.nwtresearch.com/polar). 2. Upon renewal, you will be prompted to update your contact information, confirm or expand locations, confirm your methodology and research time period. 3. Prior to the above submission, a 200-words summary report of field activities has to be submitted online, including preliminary findings if any. Extensions on summary submissions may be granted for research being conducted late in the calendar year. 4. A new complete application may be required, if significant changes in your research prompt new potential concerns or impacts. Some examples are: new research area involving community organizations that have not previously reviewed your application; new methodology or investigative field, raising new potential impacts; new time period, in potential conflict with local communities' traditional activities.

Please contact our office by phone at (867) 777-3298 ext. 32 or email at [email protected] if you would like more information, or if there are questions about changes in your research in future years.

Thank you and best wishes for a successful study!

Sincerely,

~~ J

Notification of Multi-Year Research Renewal I would like to inform you that Scientific Research Licence No. 14684 has been renewed by:

Mr. Andrew Duthie Rescan Environmental Services Ltd . Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X 1A 3S9 Canada Phone: (867) 920-2090 Fax: (867) 920-2015 Email: [email protected] to conduct the following study: Courageous Lake Project

This is year 2 of a 3 year project.

Please contact the researcher if you would like more information.

SUMMARY OF RESEARCH This licence has been issued for the scientific research application No.1615.

The objective of the proposed studies to be conducted at Courageous Lake is to collect baseline data to characterize the environmental (physical and biological) setting in the proposed project area. Specifically, data will be collected to characterize the following environmental components: meteorology, wind resources, air quality, noise, hydrology, bathymetry, hydrogeology, aquatic resources, fish and fish habitat, soils, vegetation, wetlands and human health.

A separate application for a Scientific Research Licence will be submitted for the traditional knowledge, land-use and socio-economic components of the project.

Meteorology: An automated (solar powered) meteorology station will operate year round and collect data for wind speed and direction, air temperature, relative humidity, total precipitation (rain and snow-water-equivalent), solar radiation and barometric pressure. The instrumentation is attached to an aluminum 10 m high tower. The meteorology station is located near Matthews Creek; which is near the future mineral development zone. The meteorology station is visited periodically for collection of data, diagnostic testing and maintenance, as required.

Wind Resources: An automated (solar powered) 60 m height wind tower will operate year round and collect data for wind speed and direction at heights of 30 , 45 and 60 m above ground and air temperature. The wind tower is located near Matthews Creek; which is near the future mineral development zone. The wind tower automatically transmits data via satellite on a regular basis to a dedicated computer server. Obstruction lights are mounted to the wind tower to increase its visibility to low flying aircraft. The wind tower is visited periodically for collection of data, diagnostic testing and maintenance, as required.

Air Quality: Five locations will be selected for dustfall monitoring stations that are outside of the boundaries for the mineralized zone and the proposed project development and sampling will occur for a 3 month period. Dustfall samples will open to the atmosphere for approximately 30 days and be analyzed for settle-able particulate matter.

Noise: Noise measurements will be conducted during the summer and fall to coincide with peak caribou migration and breeding of birds and mammals. A sound level meter capable of logging data will be used to log data for 24 consecutive hours at six sites.

Aquatics: A total of seventeen lake sites and eight stream sites will be sampled. Lake physical limnology measurements will be taken with a multi-meter which measures dissolved oxygen and temperature. Lake water quality and phytoplankton samples will be collected using a GO-FLO (a cylindrical PVC water sampler). Zooplankton samples will be collected using a conical mesh net towed through the water column. Lake Benthos and sediment quality samples will be collected using an Ekman grab sampler (surface area of 0.0225 m2). Stream benthos samples will be collected using a Hess sampler (surface area of 0.096 m2). Stream periphyton samples will be collected from plexi-glass samplers that will remain in situ from July to August. Water quality samples will be collected three times in the open water season and all biology and sediment samples will be collected during the August sampling trip.

Hydrogeology: Multiple Thermistor Strings, Vibrating Wire Piezometers and Electrical Conductivity Probes will be installed in drill holes at the Courageous Lake site. Hydraulic testing, where possible, will be conducted as the drill holes are advanced. At this time the total number of drill holes is to be determined, but is likely to be in the region of seven. The drill holes will be advanced using an exploration diamond drill. The total number of thermistors will be dependent upon the overall depths of the holes, which are yet to be determined. There will be a greater concentration of thermistors at the top of the holes so that the extent of the active layer and the zero amplitude point can be determined. The instrumentation string will also contain several electrical conductivity probes which will be used for a qualitative assessment of groundwater quality. Vibrating wire piezometers will also be included to measure hydraulic head.

Hydrology: Up to ten hydrometric stations will be established around the proposed Project area. Each station will consist of a pressure transducer paired to an automated data logger. The hydrometric stations will be operated throughout the open-water season.

Fish and Fish Habitat: Thirty-two stream sites and forty-four lake sites will be sampled. Stream habitat assessments will be conducted in the Courageous Lake study area during two sampling periods: freshet (June) and summer low-flow (August). Parameters will be measured to determine substrate, habitat, cover, and physical characteristics of the stream; fish communities in these streams will also be assessed. The lake habitat assessment will collect data to delineate shoreline and littoral substrate types, riparian vegetation types and habitat types. The fish community in streams will be sampled using backpack electrofishers. At each site, one-pass electrofishing with no blocking nets will be conducted over a minimum 200 m-long stream section and for a minimum of approximately 1,000 electrofishing seconds. Electrofishing will not be completed where fish are observed to be spawning. Twelve large lakes will be sampled with RISC standard sinking gillnets and all 44 lakes will be sampled with electrofishing and baited minnow traps. Gillnets will be set randomly throughout the lake, if small, and at specific sampling sites in large lakes (i.e. , Courageous Lake and Matthews Lake) for a period of one hour to minimize fish mortality. Electrofishing will occur along the shoreline of the lake for a minimum of approximately 1,000 electrofishing seconds. Minnow traps will be set in the littoral zone at depths of approximately 2 m for periods of 24 hours duration. Traps will be set along the entire lake shoreline in small lakes and at specific sampling sites in large lakes. Biological information collected on captured fish will include: number, species, length (mm), wet weight (g) and age (as read from scales, pelvic fin rays, otoliths or cleithra). As well, fish will be sampled for metal tissue concentrations from select lakes within the project area and the receiving environment. From these lakes, 20 fish of a specific species (to be determined) will be euthanized and a tissue sample taken for metal analysis. An application will be submitted to the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada for a License to Fish for Scientific Purposes and to the Animal Care Committee for an Animal Use Protocol.

Wetlands: To classify and map wetlands in the area, a field survey will be conducted to identify wetlands in the proposed project area. At each wetland, a soil will be used to evaluate the soil moisture regime and texture and to identify wetland soil processes. Soil water pH and conductivity will be measured using a handheld sondes in the auger holes. A vegetation species list will be recorded at each site and samples of vegetation (primarily a large leafed sedge or cotton grass) will be collected for trace metals analysis.

Soils and Terrain: Terrain mapping will be carried out by the Rescan Soils Department using anaglyph data. The terrain map will be subsequently ground-truthed in the field. The terrain/soil field program conducted in 2010 provided data for a preliminary soil assessment. We plan to undertake two 14-day field trips in 2011 , during which we will survey additional 120 sites. Ground surveys will include the collection of detailed site, terrain, and soils data. Soil samples will be collected for metals and organic carbon analysis at various locations. Samples will be collected from the 0 em to 10 em depth, the 10 em to 20 em depth, and the 30-50 em depth where possible. Soils mapping will be done using the information from the soils/terrain field program and the terrain mapping based on the anaglyph data.

Vegetation and Ecosystem Studies: Additional field studies will be conducted to guide ecosystem mapping in the local study and will expand to include the ice road and regional study area. Mapping based on the Tibbitt to Contwoyto Winter Road Ecosystem Classification will be refined using the 2011 field survey data. Field surveys will be conducted for rare and invasive plants and plant tissue samples, primarily lichen, will be collected for metals analysis within the local study area.

Human Health: A country foods baseline assessment is proposed in order to characterize potential human health effects from consumption of local foods. This study will rely on and share data wherever possible with several other disciplines to collect required samples of biological tissues and media to model exposure of chemicals of concern (primarily metals) to local people. This program therefore proposes collection of goose, caribou, lichen, berries, fish , small mammal, bird, and soil samples, pending input from wildlife, vegetation and land use teams to identify specific ecosystem food chains and primary human diet components. All field sampling would be conducted using standard techniques for each of the above disciplines. All samples will be collected, stored and sent to an accredited laboratory for analyses of physico-chemical parameters, following strict protocols to avoid contamination and ensuring proper QAQC. The current consumption rates of foods by people will be assessed, and recommended maximum weekly intake and potential for any health effects under the existing pre-development conditions will be discussed.

Public meetings for information exchange and project status updates will be held at milestone points of the project. Information will also be provided on Seabridge's company website. Additional communication through letter, email and phone can be made to identified government and stakeholder or interested parties.

The fieldwork for this study will be conducted from March 14, 2011 to December 31 , 2011.

Sincerely,

J ~ ~ Manager, Scientific Services

DISTRIBUTION Akaitcho Territory Government Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation - Wildlife, Land and Environment Committee North Slave Metis Alliance Northwest Territory Metis Nation Tlicho Government Wek'eezhii Renewable Resources Board Yellowknives Dene First Nation- Lands & Environment Licence No. 14912 File No. 12 410 891 May 12, 2011 2011 Northwest Territories Scientific Research Licence Issued by: Aurora Research Institute – Aurora College Inuvik, Northwest Territories Issued to: Mr. Andrew Duthie Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 3S9 Canada Phone: (604) 689-9460 Fax: (604) 687-4277 Email: [email protected] Affiliation: Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Funding: Seabridge Gold Inc. Team Members: Dr. Paul Mitchell-Banks; Andrew Robinson; Sarah Weber; Graeme Clinton Title: Courageous Lake Project - Social and Economic Sciences Research Objectives: To build up baseline reports on the social/economic and land and resource use conditions in the research area for the Courageous Lake Project. Dates of data collection: May 13, 2011 to December 31, 2011 Location: Courageous Lake Project

Licence No.14912 expires on December 31, 2011 Issued in the Town of Inuvik on May 12, 2011

* original signed * ______Pippa Seccombe-Hett, Director, Aurora Research Institute Instructions for Multi-Year Research The NWT Scientific Research Licence is issued for one calendar year, and expires December 31 of the issuing year. Your research licence application was reviewed by community organizations under the perspective of multiple years of research activity.

Please note that the attached licence should not be considered a multi-year licence. Licences still have to be renewed annually, however, through a simplified process.

Licence renewal is not guaranteed, and may be slowed by lack of reporting and feedback to communities, concerns over researcher conduct, or in some cases significant changes in a community reality.

Kindly retain this letter with your licence, to guide you through renewal. Below are important points to be remembered:

1. October 31 of the issuing year is the deadline for submission of your simplified research licence renewal application. Instructions on how to complete the simplified application will be available through the Aurora Research Institute's online system (www.nwtresearch.com/polar). 2. Upon renewal, you will be prompted to update your contact information, confirm or expand locations, confirm your methodology and research time period. 3. Prior to the above submission, a 200-words summary report of field activities has to be submitted online, including preliminary findings if any. Extensions on summary submissions may be granted for research being conducted late in the calendar year. 4. A new complete application may be required, if significant changes in your research prompt new potential concerns or impacts. Some examples are: new research area involving community organizations that have not previously reviewed your application; new methodology or investigative field, raising new potential impacts; new time period, in potential conflict with local communities' traditional activities.

Thank you and best wishes for a successful study!

Sincerely,

Jonathon Michel, Manager, Scientific Services Notification of Multi-Year Research I would like to inform you that Scientific Research Licence No. 14912 has been issued to:

Mr. Andrew Duthie Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 3S9 Canada Phone: (604) 689-9460 Fax: (604) 687-4277 Email: [email protected] to conduct the following study: Courageous Lake Project - Social and Economic Sciences Research (Application No. 1714)

This is year 1 of a 2 year project.

Please contact the researcher if you would like more information.

SUMMARY OF RESEARCH

This licence has been issued for the scientific research application No.1714.

The objectives of this research are to build up baseline reports on the social/economic and land and resource use conditions in the research area for the Courageous Lake Project.

For the interview-based research: The interviews will typically last approximately an hour; longer interviews would be confirmed in advance out of respect for people's schedules. Personal interviews are carried out wherever possible, and if people are not available, then telephone interviews would be employed if acceptable to the participant. Email, phone, or mail follow up would be employed to clarify information or address any pertinent matters. Some focus groups may be employed if it is felt that additional information could be obtained, and where participants are interested, that could collect group information. Open houses may be employed to raise general awareness about the project or to solicit, non-sensitive information that participants would be willing to share in a public arena.

Interview Methodology: One on one interviews and focus groups will be undertaken with a clearly laid out and easily understandable format. They will be driven by standard methodology with informed consent prior to beginning. Intended participants are those involved in various roles within the community, such as community/territory governance, community health and well-being, policing, education, employers, land and resource users, hunters, gatherers, trappers, guide-outfitters, commercial recreation operators. Recruitment of individuals for the interviews will be carried out by web search and referral.

Community Field Researchers may be retained, where possible and required. Capacity training and development will be incorporated into the work plan.

Public meetings for information exchange and project status updates will be held at milestone points of the project. Information will also be provided on Seabridge's company website. Additional communication through letter, email, company website, and phone can be made to identified government, stakeholder and interested parties.

The fieldwork for this study will be conducted from May 13, 2011 to December 31, 2011.

Sincerely, ______Jonathon Michel, Manager, Scientific Services

DISTRIBUTION Akaitcho Territory Government Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation - Wildlife, Land and Environment Committee North Slave Métis Alliance Northwest Territory Métis Nation Tlicho Government Wek’èezhìi Renewable Resources Board Yellowknives Dene First Nation Yellowknives Dene First Nation - Lands & Environment Environment and Natural Resources

Application #NSR I I 5- I I

Apri128, 2011 Mr. Greg Sharam Wildlife Lead, Rescan Environmental Services 1 908-520 I, 50 h A venue Yellowknife, NT X IA 3S9 Tel: (604) 689-9460 Fax: (604) 687-4277 Email: [email protected]

Dear Mr. Greg Sharam:

Re: Wildlife Research Permit- WL 006885

Enclosed is your 2011 Wildlife Research Permit WL 006885 to continue the Wildlife Baseline Program at the Courageous Lake study area located in the North Slave Region (NSR) of the Northwest Territories. As stated in your application, the objective is to study baseline conditions and ecology of the species identified in the application within the project site.

Please note that the permit must be signed by the applicant to be valid. This permit expires 1 May2012.

As a condition of your permit, we require that you keep our office and the consulted communities informed with a brief summary report of your fieldwork. We also require receiving any reports produced as a result of this study.

-~jnperely, ,· lr·f r···. . ~J'~, ~( \ Fred Mandeville .J A/Regional Superintendent North Slave Region c. Attached distribution list

Goverrment of the Northwest Territories. Norm Slave Regior., Box 2668. Yellowknife. NT XlA 2P9 DISTRIBUTION LIST

Land and Environment Coordinator Yellowknives Dene First Nation P.O. Box 2514 Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P8 Tel: (867) 669-9002 Fax:(867) 766-3497

Environment and Resource Manager North Slave Metis Alliance P.O. Box 2301 Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P7 Tel: (867) 873-6762 Fax:(867) 669-7442

Research Director Tlicho Government Box 412 Behchoko, NT XOE OYO Tel: (867) 392-6381 Fax:(867} 392-6389

Chairperson Wildlife, Land and Environment Committee Lutsel K'e First Nation P.O. Box 28 lutsel K'e, NT XOE 1AO Tel: (867) 370-3051 Fax: (867) 370-301 0

Director, Wildlife Division, ENR, GNWT Susan Fleck Fax: (867) 873-0293

Executive Director Wek'eezhli Renewable Resources Board 202-5103 51 51 Street Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P3 Tel: (867) 873-5740 Fax: (867) 873-5743

I3i Oepartrrent cf Emironment and Na:ural R~ces Minlsl!)re de l Envirc.nnement et des Rt.JSS

Hereby authorized to Capture Wildlife at me following Est autorist\ par le present 8 capturer des anlmaux de Ia Faune a .:a ~ location: l'endroit sulvant : E ~ <1) ~ a.. " :::l ~ "0 i !!:! l :s hereby authorized to conduct the fo llowing acttvity in Est autorise par le present a mener l'actlvlttl suivanl e dans le context& :§ the context of approved Wildlife Management techniques: des techniques approuvees par Ia Gestlon de Ia Foune : ;;:l j ~ ~ ....I !

Date: 27 May 2011

To: Melissa Pink Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. 908-5201 50 Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 3S9

Subject: Animal Use Protocol - Letter of Approval

Dear Melissa,

Your 2011 Animal Use Protocol (AUP), number FWI-ACC-2011-024 entitled “Baseline Fisheries Surveys for the Courageous Lake Project”, has been reviewed and approved by the Freshwater Institute Animal Care Committee. This AUP will expire on October 30, 2011.

Keep this signed letter of approval as well as the signed AUP approval form for your records. Please be advised that should there be a need to revise the protocol you are requested to contact the Freshwater Institute Animal Care Committee and obtain approval prior to proceeding.

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

______Bernard LeBlanc FWISL-ACC Chairperson

Enclosure

APPROVAL BY ANIMAL CARE COMMITTEE MEMBERS

AUP#: ACC-2011-024 Date: 27 May 2011

Signatures of ACC Members

Bernard LeBlanc, Chair Theresa Carmichael

Dr. Ericka Anseeuw D.V.M. Bob Artes

Cortney Watt

Interim Approval Final Approval

APPROVAL BY THE FWI ANIMAL CARE COMMITTEE IS FOR THE PERIOD STATED ON YOUR ANIMAL USE PROTOCOL.

Fisheries and OceallS Poches et OcCaM ••• Canada Canada

Licence#: S-11/12-3003-YK

Melissa Pink 908-5201 50 Avenue Yellowknife, NT, CA X1A 3S9

Dear Melissa Pink, Enclosed is your Licence to Fish for Scientific Purposes issued pursuant to Section 52 of the Fishery (General) Regulations.

Failure to comply with any of the conditions specified on the attached licence may result in a contravention of the Fishery (General) Regulations.

"' Larry Dow Date District Manager, North Enclosure

Central and Arctic Region Region du Centre et de I' Arctique Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 (867) 669-4920 (867) 669-4920 F1shedes and Oceans Pecnes et Oceans S-11 /12-3003-YK Canada Canada ••• Page 1 of 6

LICENCE TO FISH FOR SCIENTIFIC PURPOSES

S-11/12-3003-YK Pursuant to Section 52 of the Fishery (General) Regulations, the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans hereby authorizes the individual(s) listed below to fish for scientific purposes, subject to the conditions specified.

Project Authority: Melissa Pink Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. 908-5201 50 Avenue Yellowknife, NT, CA X1 A 3S9

Other Personnel: Pascale Savage Steve Jennings Dave Fauquier Fraser Ross Objectives: Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. (Rescan) was retained by Seabridge Gold Inc. to conduct baseline fish and fish habitat surveys during the summer of 2011 for the Courageous Lake Project in the Northwest Territories. The information collected during the baseline program will assist in preparing for an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). The objective of the 2011 surveys will be to further characterize the streams and lakes in the area so that the effects assessment can be carried out and appropriate monitoring programs and fish habitat compensation plans can be developed. This includes an understanding of the structure and growth patterns of the fish community inhabiting the lakes and streams, the quality of fish habitat prior to development of the site, the current tissue metal concentrations of slimy sculpin in four potentially impacted and two reference lakes, as well as the diets (stomach contents) of those sculpin. As well, a human health study is proposed to sample edible species (lake trout and lake whitefish) for tissue metals in two lakes in the project area.

CONDITIONS SQecified Conditions: Waters: Latitude/Longitude UTM Stream ID Easting Northing Degrees Minutes Seconds Degrees Minutes Seconds MC-F1 487294 7108488 -111 15 38.63 64 6 9.84 MC-F2 487229 7108823 -111 15 43.53 64 6 20.65 MC-F3 487118 7109650 -111 15 51.99 64 6 47.35 MC-F4 485766 7109327 -111 17 31.79 64 6 36.73 MC-F5 485600 7110122 -111 17 44.33 64 7 2.38 WT-1-F1 491865 7106380 -111 10 0.55 64 5 2.23 WT-1-F2 491376 7106236 -111 10 36.62 64 4 57.54 WT-2-F1 491472 7107235 -111 10 29.74 64 5 29.82 WT-2-F2 490917 7106805 -111 11 10.63 64 5 15.88 SSRef-1 488109 7128320 -111 14 44.08 64 16 50.62 SSRef-2 488463 7128929 -111 14 17.93 64 17 10.34 USRef-1 469113 7104053 -111 37 58.38 64 3 42.44 UnS-1-F1 482966 7106785 -111 20 57.65 64 5 14.15 UnS-1-F2 483582 7107156 -111 20 12.32 64 5 26.24 UnS-2-F1 483251 7108788 -111 20 37.41 64 6 18.91 UnS-2-F2 483637 7108875 -111 20 8.93 64 6 21.79 UnS-3 484223 7108329 -111 19 25.43 64 6 4.24 UnS-4 483590 7108939 -111 20 12.42 64 6 12.84 UnS-5 484608 7108738 -111 18 57.14 64 6 17.52

UnS-6 484251 7109318 -111 19 23.73 64 6 36.20 UnS-7 485181 7109072 -111 18 14.92 64 6 28.40 UnS-8 485422 7109146 -111 17 57.14 64 6 30.83 UnS-9 484852 7109283 -111 18 39.31 64 3 35.17 UnS-10-F1484430 7109958 -111 19 10.75 64 6 56.90 UnS-10-F2484570 7110457 -111 19 0.57 64 7 13.06 UnS-11 486511 7108199 -111 16 36.68 64 6 0.39 UnS-12-F1487645 7108191 -111 15 12.61 64 6 0.29 UnS-12-F2487886 7108183 -111 14 54.81 64 6 0.06 UnS-12-F3488037 7108248 -111 14 43.67 64 6 2.18 UnS-13 487785 7108191 -111 15 2.27 64 6 0.31 UnS-14488411 7108356 -111 14 16.08 64 6 5.71 UnS-15 488704 7108066 -111 13 54.35 64 5 56.38 UnS-16-F1489588 7108579 -111 12 49.19 64 6 13.05 UnS-16-F2488464 7109289 -111 14 12.42 64 6 35.86 UnS-16-F3488480 7109871 -111 14 11.40 64 6 54.66 UnS-16-F4488881 7110761 -111 13 42.00 64 7 23.46 UnS-17 489332 7107505 -111 13 7.83 64 5 38.33 UnS-18 489265 7107134 -111 13 12.68 64 5 26.33 UnS-19489154 7106844 -111 13 20.80 64 5 16.95 UnS-204895387106623 -111 12 52.39 64 5 9.86 UnS-21 489706 7106612 -111 12 39.99 64 5 9.52 UnS-224898197106455 -111 12 31.61 64 5 4.46 UnS-23 489795 7106279 -111 12 33.34 64 4 58.77 UnS-24490374 7106084 -111 11 50.55 64 4 52.53 UnS-25491143 7105896 -111 10 53.75 64 4 46.53 UnS-26 491271 7110546 -111 10 45.27 64 7 16.77 UnS-274911877110259 -111 10 54.41 64 7 7.49 UnS-28 491084 7105528 -111 10 58.02 64 4 34.64 UnS-294874807111403 -111 15 25.76 64 7 44.03 UnS-30491997 7108919 -111 9 51.32 64 6 24.26 UnS-314861107105336 -111 17 5.06 64 4 27.86 CL-F1 485147 7111301 -111 18 18.23 64 7 40.40 CL-F2 489104 7111174 -111 13 25.62 64 7 36.83 CL-F3 491265 7110618 -111 10 45.72 64 7 19.08 ML-F1 487045 7108273 -111 15 56.96 64 6 2.86 ML-F2 485950 7107728 -111 17 17.65 64 5 45.10 ML-F3 487882 7107291 -111 14 54.88 64 5 31.24 WT-F1 491624 7107209 -111 10 18.52 64 5 28.98 WT-F2 491952 7108834 -111 9 54.61 64 6 21.52 SLRef-1 488977 7131292 -111 13 40.33 64 18 26.73 ULRef-1 469290 7105449 -111 37 16.35 64 4 27.60 UnLRef470602 7095403 -111 36 2.55 63 59 3.47 Unl-1 480053 7109586 -111 24 34.05 64 6 44.08 Unl-2 481493 7107699 -111 22 46.81 64 5 43.41 Unl-3 4829177106514 -111 21 1.16 64 5 5.39 Unl-4 483242 7107144 -111 20 37.42 64 5 25.80 Unl-5 483431 7108359 -111 20 23.94 64 6 5.08 Unl-6 483053 7108751 -111 20 52.02 64 6 17.68 Unl-7 483404 7108865 -111 20 26.14 64 6 21.42 Unl-8 4834707109011 -111 20 21.32 64 6 26.15 Unl-9 484458 7106849 -111 19 7.52 64 5 16.47 Unl-10 484229 7107578 -111 19 24.70 64 5 39.98 Unl-11 484616 7108554 -111 18 56.48 64 6 11.58 Unl-12 484051 7108899 -111 19 38.35 64 6 22.63 Unl-13 484202 7109288 -111 19 27.34 64 6 35.22 Unl-14 484650 7109478 -111 18 54.31 64 6 41.43

Central and Arctic Region Region du Centre et de !'Arctique Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 (867) 669-4920 (867) 669-4920 Fisheries and Ocooi'IS P~Ms et O~aM S-11 /12-3003-YK ••• Canada canada Page 3 of6 Unl-15 485327 7109009 -111 18 4.12 64 6 26.39 Unl-16 485206 7109165 -111 18 13.11 64 6 31.41 Unl-17 485537 7109096 -111 17 48.63 64 6 29.23 Unl-18 485901 7108221 -111 17 21.44 64 6 1.02 Unl-19 486239 7108897 -111 16 56.70 64 6 22.90 Unl-20 487641 7108063 -111 15 12.87 64 5 56.15 Unl-21 487798 7108231 -111 15 1.32 64 6 1.60 Unl-22 487773 7108140 -111 15 3.14 64 5 58.66 Unl-23 487994 7108227 -111 14 46.84 64 6 1.49 Unl-24 488244 7108204 -111 14 28.37 64 6 0.75 Unl-25 488324 7108460 -111 14 22.53 64 6 9.06 Unl-26 488935 7107897 -111 13 37.25 64 5 50.95 Unl-27 487945 7109405 -111 14 50.80 64 6 39.54 Unl-28 487931 7109696 -111 14 51.92 64 6 48.94 Unl-29 487645 7111233 -111 15 13.51 64 7 38.56 Unl-30 489146 7108622 -111 13 21.85 64 6 14.39 Unl-31 490145 7108372 -111 12 7.99 64 6 6.42 Unl-32 491578 7106363 -111 10 21.73 64 5 1.66 Unl-33 491406 7105837 -111 10 34.32 64 4 44.65 Unl-34 490804 7105943 -111 11 18.78 64 4 48.02 Unl-35 491043 7106394 -111 11 1.23 64 5 2.61 Unl-36 490927 7106415 -111 11 9.80 64 5 3.28 Unl-37 490866 7106541 -111 11 14.33 64 5 7.34 Unl-38 490671 7106526 -111 11 28.73 64 5 6.84 Unl-39 489619 7106055 -111 12 46.27 64 4 51.52 Unl-40 489809 7106382 -111 12 32.33 64 5 2.10 Unl-41 490090 7106335 -111 12 11.57 64 5 0.61 Unl-42 490153 7106440 -111 12 6.95 64 5 4.01 Unl-43 490185 7107198 -111 12 4.76 64 5 28.50 Unl-44 489365 7106631 -111 13 5.17 64 5 10.10 Unl-45 489587 7106648 -111 12 48.78 64 5 10.67 Unl-46 489773 7106880 -111 12 35.11 64 5 18.18 Unl-47 488947 7107108 -111 13 36.15 64 5 25.46 Unl-48 489265 7107367 -111 13 12.74 64 5 33.86 Unl-49 489513 7107557 -111 12 54.47 64 5 40.03 Unl-50 489701 7107820 -111 12 40.65 64 5 48.54 Unl-51 491831 7110454 -111 10 3.84 64 7 13.84 Unl-52 488384 7110238 -111 14 18.59 64 7 6.51 Unl-53 491053 7109897 -111 11 1.22 64 6 55.77 Unl-54 491147 7110365 -111 10 54.39 64 7 10.91 Unl-55 488845 7106370 -111 13 43.50 64 5 1.61 Unl-56 488465 7107007 -111 14 11.73 64 5 22.15 Unl-57 488339 7107090 -111 14 21.05 64 5 24.80 Unl-58 488626 7107222 -111 13 59.92 64 5 29.11 Unl-59 488595 7107311 -111 14 2.19 64 5 31.98 Unl-60 488095 7107473 -111 14 39.19 64 5 37.14 Unl-61 485672 7105350 -111 17 37.35 64 4 28.22

Species, numbers and gear type: Live Dead Lake trout (Salvelinus namaycush) 75 45 Gillnets (standard index gillnets, 1 hr set), electrofishing (minimum 1,000 electrofishing seconds), minnow traps (24hr set duration) if no fish captured in electrofishing survey.

Arctic grayling (Thymallus arcticus) 40 20 Gillnets (standard index gillnets, 1 hr set), electrofishing (minimum 1,000 electrofishing seconds), minnow traps (24hr set duration} if no fish captured in electrofishing survey.

Central and Arctic Region Region du Centre et de !'Arctique Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 (867) 669-4920 (867) 669-4920 Fisheries and Ote$S Poches et Oceans S-11/12-3003-YK Canada canada ••• Page 4 of6 Northern pike (Esox lucius) 30 20 Gillnets (standard index gillnets, 1 hr set), electrofishing (minimum 1,000 electrofishing seconds), minnow traps (24hr set duration) if no fish captured in electrofishing survey.

Longnose sucker 20 20 Gillnets (standard index gillnets, 1 hr set), electrofishing (minimum 1,000 electrofishing seconds), minnow traps (24hr set duration) if no fish captured in electrofishing survey.

Burbot (Lota Iota) 20 20 Gillnets (standard index gillnets, 1 hr set), electrofishing (minimum 1,000 electrofishing seconds), minnow traps (24hr set duration) if no fish captured in electrofishing survey.

Stickleback (Pungitius sp.) 20 20 Gillnets (standard index gillnets, 1 hr set), electrofishing (minimum 1,000 electrofishing seconds), minnow traps (24hr set duration) if no fish captured in electrofishing survey.

Slimy sculpin (Cottus cognatus) 60 45 Gillnets (standard index gillnets, 1 hr set), electrofishing (minimum 1,000 electrofishing seconds), minnow traps (24hr set duration) if no fish captured in electrofishing survey.

Lake Whitefish 40 20 Gillnets (standard index gillnets, 1 hr set), electrofishing (minimum 1,000 electrofishing seconds), minnow traps (24hr set duration) if no fish captured in electrofishing survey.

Round Whitefish 40 20 Gillnets (standard index gillnets, 1 hr set), electrofishing (minimum 1,000 electrofishing seconds), minnow traps (24hr set duration) if no fish captured in electrofishing survey.

Cisco 40 20 Gillnets (standard index gillnets, 1 hr set), electrofishing (minimum 1,000 electrofishing seconds), minnow traps (24hr set duration) if no fish captured in electrofishing survey. Waters: Fish not required for the dead sample MUST be returned to the water at the site of capture. Retained fish may be made available to the nearest settlement for domestic consumption or sold commercially within the Territory. Any fish for commercial sale beyond the Territory in which it was caught may require authorization under the Fish Inspection Regulations and/or the Freshwater Fish Marketing Act Disposal of any fish remains must be in accordance with local land use regulations.

Water Body: Courageous Lake Project Area Point A: 64° 0' 29" N, 111 o 36' 35" W, Point 8: 64° 8' 40" N, 111° 51' 45" W, Point C: 64° 18' 54" N, 111° 12' 49" W Point D: 64° 9' 12" N, 110° 56' 36" W Species: Species Listed - See Conditions Gear: See Conditions Total Weight Weight Number Number Number Number Hours Minutes Weight Live Dead Alive Dead Tows Sets

Fishing Period: April 01, 2011 to March 31, 2012

A copy of this licence must be available at the study site and produced at the request of a fishery officer.

Live fish may not be retained unless specified in the conditions of this licence.

The licence holder shall immediately cease fishing when the total fish killed or live sampled reaches any of the maximums set for any of the species listed.

Transportation:

Retention of Fish Caught:

All fish may be retained. Fish may be made available to the nearest settlement for domestic consumption or sold commercially within the Territory. Any fish for commercial sale beyond the Territory in which it was caught requires authorization under the Fish Inspection Regulations. Disposal of any fish remains must be in accordance with local land use regulations.

Report on Activities:

A Summary Harvest Report template is provided by the Licensing Coordinator at time of issuance of this licence.

All documents should be sent to:

Fisheries and Oceans Canada Western Arctic Area Central and Arctic Region 301-5204-50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2

Attention: Yellowknife Licensing Officer

Telephone: (867) 669-4920 Fax: (867) 669-4940 E-mail: [email protected]

Notification of Commencement:

Prior to the commencement of fishing the Project Authority will contact:

Fisheries and Oceans Canada Western Arctic Area Central and Arctic Region 301-5204-50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2

Attention: Yellowknife Licensing Officer

Telephone: (867) 669-4920 Fax: (867) 669-4940 E-mail: [email protected]

Larry Dow Date District Manager, North

For the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans. Pursuant to Section 52 of the Fishery (General) Regulations.

#16 Yellowknife Airport Telephone: (867) 669-2762 Yellowknife, NT X1A 3T2 Facsimile: (867) 669-2720

Your file • Votre r6f6r1111c. September 19, 2011 Our file • Norr• r1116rence MV201 OC0046 5073 N.W.T. Limited (Seabridge Gold Ltd.) 400 - 1 06 Front Street East TORONTO,ON M5A1E1

ATTENTION: Brent Murphy

Dear Mr. Murphy:

Re: Quarry Permit No. 2011QP0110 Location: North end of Matthews Lake, 64°06' 07"N 111°14'72"

Further to your application dated September 19, 2011, enclosed is Quarry Permit No. 2011QP0110, granting authorization to remove 450 cubic metres of sand from the location as applied for.

Please ensure that all conditions annexed to your quarrying permit and your Land Use Permit MV2010C0046, which was issued by the Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board (MVLWB), are adhered to.

Prior to commencing your quarrying operation, please contact our Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC) Inspector Clint Ambrose at 867-669-2794.

Michael Martin Acting District Manager South Mackenzie District

Enclosures

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TERRITORIAL QUARRYING REGULATIONS

QUARRY PERMIT No. 2011QP0110

Permit Fee $ 150.00 Permittee: Seabridge Gold Ltd. (5073 N.W.T. Umited)

Royalty at$ 1.50 per cu. m. $ 675.00 Address: 400 - 106 Front Street East Toronto, ON M5A 1E1

Receipt No. M028438 TOTAL $ 825.00 Phone: (416) 367-9292

Is hereby authorized to take: 450 cubic metres of sand From the lands described as follows: North end of Matthews Lake - 64°06' 07"N 111°14'72"

SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:

1. This permit shall expire when the quantity of material or substance mentioned in the permit has been quarried or removed, or on the expiry of one year from the date of issue of the permit, whichever is the earlier.

2. This permit does not grant to the Permittee an exclusive right or leasehold interest in the land described herein.

3. This permit shall not be assigned.

4. All quarrying under this permit shall be carried out in accordance with the approved Quarry Operations Plan, if applicable.

5. The Permittee will identify the work area to the satisfaction of the Land Use Inspector prior to the removal of any material and any change in location will require prior approval of the Land Use Inspector.

6. Pre and post surveys, if required, must be conducted by a certified Canada Land Surveyor or certified engineering technician or as approved by the land use inspector.

7. Pre-surveys, if required, must be submitted to the land use inspector, 10 days prior to the commencement of operations, for approval.

8. Post-surveys, if required, must be submitted to the land use inspector within 60 days of completion of the operation.

9. Quarry operations in all crown pits, including multi user pits, must be coordinated by the Land Use Inspector and be conducted as per the quarry permit application and/or Quarry Operations Plan.

10. The Permittee will not work any area worked by any other Permittee except as co-ordinated by the Land Use Inspector.

11. Prior to the tenth day of each month, the Permittee shall submit a report to the Land Use Inspector at fax number (867) 669-2720, indicating the quantity of material quarried and the quantity of material removed from the site. Failure to submit the monthly report within indicated time frames may result in cancellation of this permit as per section 12 (5) of the regulations.

12. Upon expiry of the permit, the Permittee must submit a Final Plan to the Land Use Inspector for reconciliation and approval. Failure to submit a Final Plan within 60 days of project completion may result in rejection of future Quarry Permit Applications until rectified.

13. A permittee who over-quarries may be ineligible for future quarry permits for a twelve month period and additional legal action may be taken by the Land Use Inspector under the Territorial Quarrying Regulations.

14. This permit is subject to the provisions of the Territorial Quarrying Regulations and the conditions set out herein. Failure to comply with the provisions of the Regulations and the conditions prescribed in this permit may result in cancellation of the permit in accordance with Section 12(5) of the Territorial Quarrying Regulations without prior notice to the Permittee.

15. Upon expiration of this Permit, as prescribed in Condition One, the Permittee shall carry out the reclamation activities within timelines as approved by the Inspector in the Quarry Operations Plan. Definitions:

• Quarrying: the acts of blasting, ripping, excavating and piling material • Work area: that area designated in the quarry application to be used for the extraction of material or substance and for further processing thru screening or crushing. ·Opening Up- The preparation of a pit or quarry site from an undisturbed condition for the working and extraction of material and includes surface clearing and overburden removal and placement. ·Quarry Material- Material including limestone, granite, slate, marble, gypsum, loam, mart, gravel, sand, clay, stone, or volcanic ash. • Quarry Operation - Means activities at a pit or quarry associated with the opening up of the site or any portion thereof, or the extraction, processing, stockpiling or removal of materials from the site, or the restoration of the site, and includes any works, machinery, plant, buildings and premises belonging to or used in connection with the pit or quarry.

Issued at Yellowknife, this 19th day of September, 2011.

Land Agent Canada AURORA COLLEGE Aurora Research Institute

May 29, 2012

Ms. Nicole Bishop Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 3S9 Canada Phone: (867) 920-2090 Fax: (867) 920-2015 Email: [email protected]

Dear Mr. Andrew Duthie,

Enclosed you will find your 2012 Scientific Research Licence No. 15071 as prepared under the Northwest Territories Scientists Act. Should you require support from the Aurora Research Institute's Research Centre(s) , please contact the applicable Research Centre Manager(s) to discuss your research needs.

According to the Scientists Act, researchers issued licences must provide a summary report for each year of their research. Accordingly, upon completion of your 2012 field work in the Northwest Territories, please ensure that you provide a 200-word (maximum) non-technical summary of your research findings to our office via www.nwtresearch.com/polar. This summary is due no later than October 31 , 2012, or with your 2013 application, whichever is earlier. In addition, we require a copy of your final report and copies of any papers that you publish that pertain to research conducted under this licence. Finally, if/as applicable, please provide to the communities copies of any reports that you have offered to them or that they have requested as a condition of their support for your project. Such reports should be provided to the communities prior to submitting new applications.

Best wishes for a successful study!

Sincerely,

~~ ~b;;--~th~~ Michel, Manager, Scientific Services

Box 1450 lnuvik, NT XOE OTO Tel: (867) 777-3298 Fax: {867) 777-4264 Aurora Research Institute - Aurora College PO Box 1450 lnuvik NT XOE OTO Phone: 867-777-3298 Fax: 867-777-4264 E-mail: [email protected]

Please note that the attached licence should not be considered a mu lti-year licence. Licences still have to be renewed annually, however, through a simplified process.

Licence renewal is not guaranteed, and may be slowed by lack of reporting and feedback to communities, concerns over researcher conduct, or in some cases significant changes in a community reality.

Kindly retain this letter with your licence, to guide you through renewal. Below are important points to be remembered:

1. October 31 of the issuing year is the deadline for submission of your simplified research licence renewal application. Instructions on how to complete the simplified application will be available through the Aurora Research Institute's online system (www.nwtresearch.com/polar). 2. Upon renewal, you will be prompted to update your contact information, confirm or expand locations, confirm your methodology and research time period. 3. Prior to the above submission, a 200-words summary report of field activities has to be submitted online, including preliminary findings if any. Extensions on summary submissions may be granted for research being conducted late in the calendar year. 4. A new complete application may be required, if significant changes in your research prompt new potential concerns or impacts. Some examples are: new research area involving community organizations that have not previously reviewed your application; new methodology or investigative field , raising new potential impacts; new time period, in potential conflict with local communities' traditional activities.

Please contact our office by phone at (867) 777-3298 ext. 231 or email at [email protected] if you would like more information, or if there are questions about changes in your research in future years.

Thank you and best wishes for a successful study!

Sincerely,

]_ 7Y\. .;;t/VOY\ /'C-----V J~hon Michel, Manager, Scientific Services Licence No. 15071 File No. 12 404 752 May 29, 2012 2012 Northwest Territories Scientific Research Licence Issued by: Aurora Research Institute - Aurora College lnuvik, Northwest Territories Issued to: Ms. Nicole Bishop Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT · X1A 3S9 Canada Phone: (867) 920-2090 Fax: (867) 920-2015 Email: [email protected] Affiliation: Rescan Environmental Services Ltd . Funding: Seabridge Gold Inc. Team Members: Nicole Bishop; Marc Wen; Tonia Robb; Adam Chateauvert; Lisa Seip; Daniel Walker; Vanessa Neuman; Kay Farquharson; Sean McKnight; Michael Campbell; Michael Henry; Bob Askin; Greg Sharam; Melissa Pink; Chris Burns; David Luzi; Emerson Belland; Michael Soloducha; Craig Hatt; Ryan Durant; Tomasz Gradowski; Katarina Glavas; Curtis Bjork; Wade Brunham; Dan McAllister; Natasha Bush; Scott Hawker; Lisa DeSandoli; Julia Shewan; Katie Kuker; Brian Milakovic; Shaun Freeman; Christine Kent; Andrea Buckman; Derek Shaw; Dean Jansen; Tina Liu; Chris Ho; Jem Morrison Title: Courageous Lake Project Objectives: To collect baseline data to characterize the environmental (physical and biological) setting in the proposed project area. Dates of data collection: . May 30, 2012 to December 31, 2012 Location: Within the Seabridge Gold Inc. Courageous Lake lease area

Licence No.15071 expires on December 31 , 2012 Issued in the Town of lnuvik on May 29, 2012

Pippa Seccombe-Hett, Director, Aurora Research Institute Aurora Research Institute - Aurora College PO Box 1450 lnuvik NT XOE OTO ~... Phone: 867-777-3298 Fax: 867-777-4264 E-mail: [email protected]

May 29, 2012

Notification of Multi-Year Research Renewal I would like to inform you that Scientific Research Licence No. 15071 has been renewed by:

Ms. Nicole Bishop Rescan Environmental Services Ltd . Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 3S9 Canada Phone: (867) 920-2090 Fax: (867) 920-2015 Email: [email protected] to conduct the following study: Courageous Lake Project

This is year 2 of a 2 year project.

Please contact the researcher if you would like more information.

SUMMARY OF RESEARCH This licence has been issued for the scientific research application No.2065.

Wind Resources: An automated (solar powered) 60 m height wind tower will operate year round and collect data for wind speed and direction at heights of 30, 45 and 60 m above ground and air temperature. The wind tower is located near Matthews Creek; which is near the future mineral development zone. The wind tower automatically transmits data via satellite on a regular basis to a dedicated computer server. Obstruction lights are mounted to the wind tower to increase its visibility to low flying aircraft. The wind tower is visited periodically for collection of data, diagnostic testing and maintenance, as required.

Fish and Fish Habitat: Thirty-two stream sites and forty-four lake sites will be sampled. Stream habitat assessments will be conducted in the Courageous Lake study area during two sampling periods: freshet (June) and summer low-flow (August). Parameters will be measured to determine substrate, habitat, cover, and physical characteristics of the stream; fish communities in these streams wil l also be assessed. The lake habitat assessment will collect data to delineate shoreline and littoral substrate types, riparian vegetation types and habitat types. The fish community in streams will be sampled using backpack electrofishers. At each site, one-pass electrofishing with no blocking nets will be conducted over a minimum 200 m-long stream section and for a minimum of approximately 1,000 electrofishing seconds. Electrofishing will not be completed where fish are observed to be spawning. Twelve large lakes will be sampled with RISC standard sinking gillnets and all 44 lakes will be sampled with electrofishing and baited minnow traps. Gillnets will be set randomly throughout the lake, if small, and at specific sampling sites in large lakes (i.e., Courageous Lake and Matthews Lake) for a period of one hour to minimize fish mortality. Electrofishing will occur along the shoreline of the lake for a minimum of approximately 1,000 electrofishing seconds. Minnow traps will be set in the littoral zone at depths of approximately 2 m for periods of 24 hours duration. Traps will be set along the entire lake shoreline in small lakes and at specific sampling sites in large lakes. Biological information collected on captured fish will include: number, species, length (mm), wet weight (g) and age (as read from scales, pelvic fin rays, otoliths or cleithra). As well, fish will be sampled for metal tissue concentrations from select lakes within the project area and the receiving environment. From these lakes, 20 fish of a specific species (to be determined) will be euthanized and a tissue sample taken for metal analysis. An application will be submitted to the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada for a License to Fish for Scientific Purposes and to the Animal Care Committee for an Animal Use Protocol.

Soils and Terrain: Terrain mapping will be carried out by the Rescan Soils Department using anaglyph data. The terrain map will be subsequently ground-truthed in the field. The terrain/soil field program conducted previously provided data for a preliminary soil assessment. The research team plans to undertake two 14-day field trips in 2011 , during which additional120 sites will be surveyed. Ground surveys will include the collection of detailed site, terrain, and soils data. Soil samples will be collected for metals and organic carbon analysis at various locations. Samples will be collected from the 0 em to 10 em depth, the 10 em to 20 em depth, and the 30-50 em depth where possible. Soils mapping will be done using the information from the soils/terrain field program and the terrain mapping based on the anaglyph data.

Vegetation and Ecosystem Studies: Additional field studies will be conducted to guide ecosystem mapping in the local study and will expand to include the ice road and regional study area. Mapping based on the Tibbitt to Contwoyto Winter Road Ecosystem Classification will be refined using previous field survey data. Field surveys will be conducted for rare and invasive plants and plant tissue samples, primarily lichen, will be collected for metals analysis within the local study area.

Human Health: A country foods baseline assessment is proposed in order to characterize potential human health effects from consumption of local foods. This study will rely on and share data wherever possible with several other disciplines to collect required samples of biological tissues and media to model exposure of chemicals of concern (primarily metals) to local people. This program therefore proposes collection of goose, caribou, lichen, berries, fish , small mammal, bird, and soil samples, pending input from wildlife, vegetation and land use teams to identify specific ecosystem food chains and primary human diet components. All field sampling would be conducted using standard techniques for each of the above disciplines. All samples will be collected, stored and sent to an accredited laboratory for analyses of physico-chemical parameters, following strict protocols to avoid contamination and ensuring proper QAQC. The current consumption rates of foods by people wi ll be assessed, and recommended maximum weekly intake and potential for any health effects under the existing pre-development conditions will be discussed.

Although Wildlife and Archaeology are not within the jurisdiction of the N.W.T. Scientists Act, the research team has applied for the appropriate N.W.T. Wild life Research Permit and the N.W.T. Class 2 Archaeological permit.

Wildlife: The field season will include surveys for caribou, grizzly bears, wolves, wolverines, denning habitat, small mammals, bats, raptors, upland breeding birds, waterfowl, loons and shorebirds.

Habitat for key wildlife species will be mapped using the vegetation and wildlife habitat classification system developed for the Tibbitt to Contwoyto Winter Road. Field surveys will evaluate the accuracy of habitat mapping.

Aerial surveys will not be conducted for caribou in order to minimize disturbance on the Bathurst herd. Instead, surveys will consist of fixed point ground monitoring. The objectives will be to determine timing of migration , the number of caribou migrating through the study areas, and group (sex/age) composition.

The Courageous Property is ideally suited to ground-based monitoring because it is surrounded by large lakes and is known to be a migration corridor. Ground based visual surveys at fixed point survey locations will be conducted from topographically elevated points within the local and regional study areas. When caribou are observed, group size, composition, location, dominant behavior, and direction of movement will be recorded.

Grizzly bear populations will be assessed using a DNA hair census. A grid of 40 scented scratch posts were set out and checked twice for bear hair. Habitat assessment will be conducted to evaluate habitat suitability mapping.

Wolf populations will be surveyed by repeating den surveys conducted previously. Wolverine populations will be surveyed using DNA hair census if access to the camp is available during the early spring.

Bats will be monitored with an ANABAT and a field crew for presence/absence detection in order to determine if the sensitive listed little brown myotis occurs within the local study area. The monitoring will be conducted in July in order to capture migratory species that could potentially also be in the study area.

Raptor nesting sites were located using aerial surveys and will be assessed again during the egg-laying and chick season to examine nesting success.

Upland breeding bird populations will be assessed using PRISM plots set up previously. Waterfowl and shore bird populations will be assessed using aerial surveys and ground counts for species number and abundance.

Archaeology: Field investigations will take place within the proposed project area. Identified archaeological concerns will be described and plotted on a plan map, and some selected items may be surface collected.

The fieldwork for this study will be conducted from May 30, 2012 to December 31 , 2012.

Sincerely, Jonathon Michel, Manager, Scientific Services

May 30, 201 2

Ms. Nicole Bishop Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT XlA 3S9

Dear Ms. Bishop,

Attached please find a copy of the Aurora College/ Aurora Research Institute Ethical Review Committee's decision regarding the project Courageous Lake Project- Social and Economic Sciences Research. The ERC, through consensus, found the project to be acceptable in accordance with Section G.l7 of the Aurora College Policy and Procedures Manual. Thus, the project has received full ethics clearance.

Please note that this project must be carried out in accordance with the description in the application for which full ethics clearance has been granted. All subsequent modifications to the application must be brought to the attention of the ERC before they can be initiated. You are also advised to report immediately to the Chair of the ERC should there be any events related to the procedures used in the project that have negatively or unexpectedly affected participants.

Sincerely,

J o~~ Manager, Scientific Services

Box 1450 lnuvik, NT XOE OTO Tel: (867) 777-3298 Fax: (867) 777-4264 05/30/2012 15 : 35 FAX ~ 00 1/002

AURORA COLLEGE Aurora Research Institute

Aurora College Ethical Review Committee - Approval

Project Title: Courageous lake Project - Social and Economic Sciences Research

Applicant: Nicole Bishop

Date of Approval: May 30, 20 12

In accordance with Section G.17, Aurora College Policy and Procedures Manual, the undersigned representative of the Research Ethics Review Committee grant approval of this project.

Approved on behalf of the committee by:

____;;~---()JJ-l--_0-H__ ._~-~-""7"1--- Date:~')- o$-.. 3~ AURORA COLLEGE Aurora Research Institute

June 05, 2012

Ms. Nicole Bishop Rescan Environmental Services ltd. Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X 1A 389 Canada Phone: (604) 689-9460 Fax: (604) 687-4277 Email: [email protected]

Dear Mr. Andrew Duthie,

Enclosed you will find your 2012 Scientific Research Licence No. 15080 as prepared under the Northwest Territories Scientists Act. Should you require support from the Aurora Research Institute's Research Centre(s), please contact the applicable Research Centre Manager(s) to discuss your research needs.

According to the Scientists Act, researchers issued licences must provide a summary report for each year of their research. Accordingly, upon completion of your 2012 field work in the Northwest Territories, please ensure that you provide a 200-word (maximum) non-technical summary of your research findings to our office via www.nwtresearch.com/polar. This summary is due no later than October 31, 2012, or with your 2013 application, whichever is earlier. In addition, we require a copy of your final report and copies of any papers that you publish that pertain to research conducted under this licence. Finally, if/as applicable, please provide to the communities copies of any reports that you have offered to them or that they have requested as a condition of their support for your project. Such reports should be provided to the communities prior to submitting new applications.

Best wishes for a successful study!

Sincerely,

athon Michel, Manager, Scientific Services

Box 1450 lnuvik, NT XOE OTO Tel: (867} 777·3298 Fax: (867) 777-4264 Aurora Research Institute - Aurora College PO Box 1450 lnuvik NT XOE OTO Phone: 867-777-3298 Fax: 867-777-4264 E-mail: [email protected]

Please note that the attached licence should not be considered a multi-year licence. Licences still have to be renewed annually, however, through a simplified process.

Licence renewal is not guaranteed, and may be slowed by lack of reporting and feedback to communities, concerns over researcher conduct, or in some cases significant changes in a community reality.

Kindly retain this letter with your licence, to guide you through renewal. Below are important points to be remembered:

1. October 31 of the issuing year is the deadline for submission of your simplified research licence renewal application. Instructions on how to complete the simplified application will be available through the Aurora Research Institute's online system (www.nwtresearch.com/polar). 2. Upon renewal, you will be prompted to update your contact information, confirm or expand locations, confirm your methodology and research time period. 3. Prior to the above submission, a 200-words summary report of field activities has to be submitted online, including preliminary findings if any. Extensions on summary submissions may be granted for research being conducted late in the calendar year. 4. A new complete application may be required, if significant changes in your research prompt new potential concerns or impacts. Some examples are: new research area involving community organizations that have not previously reviewed your application; new methodology or investigative field, raising new potential impacts; new time period, in potential conflict with local communities' traditional activities.

Thank you and best wishes for a successful study!

Sincerely, ~~ Jonathon Michel, Manager, Scientific Services Licence No. 15080 File No. 12 410 891 June 05, 2012 2012 Northwest Territories Scientific Research Licence Issued by: Aurora Research Institute- Aurora College lnuvik, Northwest Territories Issued to: Ms. Nicole Bishop Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1 A 3S9 Canada Phone: (604) 689-9460 Fax: (604) 687-4277 Email: [email protected] Affiliation: Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Funding: Seabridge Gold Inc. Team Members: Nicole Bishop; Andrew Robinson; Robin Sydneysmith; Maurice DePaoli; Justine Townsend; Heather Henley; Kent Gustavson; Jeremy Pittman; Dazawray Landrie Parker Title: Courageous Lake Project • Social and Economic Sciences Research Objectives: The objectives of this research are to build up baseline reports on the social/economic and land and resource use conditions in the research area. Dates of data collection: June 5, 2012 to December 31, 2012 Location: Communities associated with the Courageous Lake Project

Licence No.15080 expires on December 31, 2012 Issued in the Town of lnuvik on June 05, 2012 7!111 Pippa Seccomfle-Hett, Director, Aurora Research Institute Aurora Research Institute - Aurora College PO Box 1450 lnuvik NT XOE OTO Phone: 867-777-3298 Fax: 867-777-4264 E-mail: [email protected]

June 05, 2012

Notification of Multi-Year Research Renewal I would like to inform you that Scientific Research Licence No. 15080 has been renewed by:

Ms. Nicole Bishop Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. Suite 908-5201 50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 3S9 Canada Phone: (604) 689-9460 Fax: (604) 687-4277 Email: [email protected] to conduct the following study: Courageous Lake Project - Social and Economic Sciences Research

This is year 2 of a 2 year project.

Please contact the researcher if you would like more information.

SUMMARY OF RESEARCH This licence has been issued for the scientific research application No.2066.

The objectives of this research are to build up baseline reports on the social/economic and land and resource use conditions in the research area.

For the interview-based research: Length of interviews- typically lasting approximately an hour, longer interviews would be confirmed in advance out of respect for people's schedules. Type of Interviews - Personal interviews are carried out wherever possible, and if people are not available, then telephone interviews would be employed if acceptable to the participant. Email, phone, or mail follow up would be employed to clarify information or address any pertinent matters.

Some focus groups may be employed if it is felt that additional information could be obtained, and where participants are interested, that could collect group information. Open houses could be employed to raise general awareness about the project or to solicit, non-sensitive information that participants would be willing to share in a public arena.

Interview Methodology: One and one and focus groups will be undertaken with a clearly laid out and easily understandable format. They will be driven by standard methodology, clearly laid out processes, prior and informed consent, explanation as to the purpose, methodology, information/confidentiality management, and final disposition of the information gathered. Intended participants are those involved in various roles within the community, such as community/territory governance, community health and well-being, policing, education, employers, land and resource users, hunters, gatherers, trappers, guide outfitters, commercial recreation operators. Recruitment of individuals for the interviews will be carried out by web search and referral.

Community Field Researchers may be retained, where possible and required. Capacity training and development will be incorporated into the work plan.

Public meetings for information exchange and project status updates will be held at milestone points of the project. Information will also be provided on Seabridge's company website. Additional communication through letter, email, company website, and phone can be made to identified government, stakeholder and interested parties.

The fieldwork for this study will be conducted from June 5, 2012 to December 31, 2012.

Sincerely,

Jd'riatilOnMlCheJ: Manager, Scientific Services

DISTRIBUTION Akaitcho Territory Government Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation - Wildlife, Land and Environment Committee North Slave Metis Alliance Northwest Territory Metis Nation Tlicho Government Wek'eezhii Renewable Resources Board YeUowknives Dene First Nation Yellowknives Dene First Nation- Lands & Environment Environment and Natural Resources

Application #NSR130-12

April25,2012 Mr. Greg Sharam Wildlife Lead, Rescan Environmental Services 908-5201, SO" Avenue Yellowknife, NT XIA 3S9 Tel: (604) 689-9460 Fax: (604) 687-4277 Email: [email protected]

Dear Mr. Greg Sharam:

Re: Wildlife Research Permit- WL 500050

Enclosed is your 2012 Wildlife Research Permit WL 500050 to continue a Wildlife Baseline Program on the north shore of Matthews Lake and extends north of Courageous Lake, located in the North Slave Region (NSR) of the Northwest Territories. As stated in your application, the objective of this study is to collect wildlife baseline information to assist in identifying environmental impact mitigation measures to minimize potential impacts to the local wildlife and environment.

Please note that the permit must be signed by the applicant to be valid. This permit expires 01 May2013.

The Wildlife Management Information System (WMIS) provides a central repository to store standardized point feature data to support the conservation and management of the NWT's wildlife species and habitat. Researchers are encouraged to submit wildlife observations along with summary reports of studies conducted in the NWT. This spatial collection of data is an important contribution to the knowledge base for wildlife management. Please note that all observations should be geo-referenced, along with the observation date. For more information on WMIS please contact [email protected]. ;)s(r(~y,~ ()/7 ~. ~>f_){ Fred J. Mandeville Regional Superintendent North Slave Region c. Attached distribution list \ . Department of Environment and Natural Resources . ' Min'istere de I'Environnement et des Ressources naturelles Pursuant to the Wildlife Act Northwest0 WL500050 '· En vertu de Ia Loi Sur Ia Faune Territories Page 1 of 1 WILDLIFE RESEARCH PERMIT FAUNE- PERMIS DE RECHERCHE

Last Name- Nom de famille First Name- Prilnom usuel Init. Rescan E,nvironmental Services Ltd. Residence Address- Adresse du domicile City/Town- Ville 908-5201 50th Avenue, Yellowknife IT~~ 1 Mailing Address (if different)- Adresse postale (si 9iff€lrente) __ Postal Code postal Phone No. - N" de telephone ·-- 908-5201 50th Avenu~, X1A 2P9 604-689-9460 I 1 1 \ \ ' Vendor No. Issued at- DEllivrE! a Licence Fee- Permis frais GST- TPS Fee- Frais Date Issued N" de l'age~t

1 Emis 1e I;: ::I ~2::2 228 ENR North Slave Regional $ 0.00 + $ 0.00 = $ 0.00 Office Is hereby authorized to conduct scientific research as aRproved.by the Superintendent of Wildlife. Est autorise par le present a mener une recherche scieritifique telle qu'approuvee par le surintendant de Ia faune.

2012 Wildlife Baseline Program at Courageous Lake, NT Appl,icarrf- Rescan Environmentai·Services Ltd., Dr. Greg Sharam

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d-j m-m a d-j m-m y-a This licence is valid FROM EXPIRES Ce licenc_e es I ide DU 01 05 05 2013 DISTRIBUTION LIST

Land and Environment Coordinator Yellowknives Dene First Nation P.O. Box 2514 Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P8 Tel: (867) 669-9002 Fax: (867) 766-3497

Environment and Resource Manager North Slave Metis Alliance P.O. Box 2301 Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P7 Tel: (867) 873-6762 Fax:(867) 669-7442

Research Director Tlicho Government Box 412 Behchoko, NT XOE OYO Tel: (867) 392-6381 Fax:(867) 392-6389

Chairperson Wildlife, Land and Environment Committee Lutsel K'e First Nation P.O. Box 28 Lutsel K'e, NT XOE 1AO Tel: (867) 370-3051 Fax: (867) 370-3010

Director, Wildlife Division, ENR, GNWT Lynda Younge Fax: (867) 873-0293

Executive Director Wek'eezhii Renewable Resources Board 102A 4504 49th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 1A4 Tel: (867) 873-5740 Fax: (867) 873-57 43

Project Coordinator, Rescan Nicole Bishop, B.Sc. Rescan Bldg, 6th Floor, 1111 W.Hastings Street Vancouver, BC V6E 2J3 Tel: (604) 689-9460 Fax: (604) 687-4277

Date: April 20, 2012

To: Melissa Pink Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. 908-5201 50 Avenue Yellowknife, NT, X1A 3S9

Subject: Animal Use Protocol - Letter of Approval

Dear Melissa,

Your 2012 Animal Use Protocol (AUP), number FWI-ACC-2012-013 entitled “Courageous Lake Project”, has been reviewed and approved by the Freshwater Institute Animal Care Committee. This AUP will expire on October 30, 2012.

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

______Bernard LeBlanc FWISL-ACC Acting Chairperson

Enclosure

APPROVAL BY ANIMAL CARE COMMITTEE MEMBERS

AUP#: ACC-2012-013 Date: April 20, 2012

Signatures of ACC Members

______Bernard LeBlanc, Acting Chair Theresa Carmichael

______Dr. Ericka Anseeuw D.V.M. Bob Artes

______Cortney Watt Kerry Wautier

______Megan Desai

Interim Approval Final Approval

APPROVAL BY THE FWI ANIMAL CARE COMMITTEE IS FOR THE PERIOD STATED ON YOUR ANIMAL USE PROTOCOL.

••• Licence#: S-12/13-3002-YK

Melissa Pink 908-5201 50 Avenue Yellowknife, NT, CA X1A 3S9

Dear Melissa Pink, Enclosed is your Licence to Fish for Scientific Purposes issued pursuant to Section 52 of the Fishery (General) Regulations.

Failure to comply with any of the conditions specified on the attached licence may result in a contravention of the Fishery (General) Regulations.

Please be advised that this licence only permits those activities stated on your riCence Any other activity may require approval under the Rsherles Act or other legislation. It Is the Project Authority's responsibility to obtain any other approvals.

Please ensure that you include the project tiUe and licence number In any future correspondence and that you complete the Summary HaJVest Report upon completion of activities under this licence Yours truly,

Larry Dow Disbict Manager, North Enclosure

Central and Arctic Region R6glon du Cenlnt et dB rArdlqua SU1flt 301 . 5204 SOUl Ave Suile 301. 5204 50itl Ave Yellowknife. NT X1A 1E2 Yd:Mtulife, NT X1A 1E2 (887) 669-4920 (867) 669-4920 Fisheries and Oceans Peches et Ocearrt1 S-12/13-3002-YK Canada Canada •• Page 1 of 13

LICENCE TO FISH FOR SCIENTIFIC PURPOSES

S-12/13-3002-YK Pursuant to Section 52 of the Fishery (General) Regulations, the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans hereby authorizes the individual(s) listed below to fish for scientific purposes, subject to the conditions specified.

Project Authority: Melissa Pink Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. 908-5201 50 Avenue Yellowknife, NT, CA X1A 3S9

Other Personnel: Pascale-Laure Savage, Chris Burns, Steve Jennings, Glen Keddie and Paulette Penton. Objectives: Courageous Lake Project 2012

Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. (Rescan) was retained by Seabridge Gold Inc. to complete the 2012 Courageous Lake fish and fish habitat environmental program. The objectives for the summer of 2012 will be to: (1) conduct further detailed assessment of fish and fish habitat of Matthews Creek, (2) increase baseline sampling of fish and fish habitat in selected areas within the Project area, (3) increase sampling of fish and fish habitat at potential fish habitat compensation sites, including previously unstudied sites, and (4) determine the presence or absence of fish in waterbodies within the proposed airstrip expansion area.

CONDITIONS Specified Conditions: The licensee and others listed in this permit are authorized to collect the maximum numbers of live and dead samples of species listed from each of the collection locations immediately following the gear-types allowed for use at each of the locations mentioned.

Gear: Electrofisher (maximum use time= 1000 seconds) and minnow traps

UnS-3 64°6'4" 111°19'25" Species Live Dead Sample Sample

Lake trout 5 1 Arctic grayling 20 2 Northern pike 10 1 Long nose sucker 10 1 Burbot 20 1 Stickleback spp. 20 1 Slimy sculpin 20 3

UnS-6 64 °6'36" 111 ° 19'24" Lake trout 5 1 Arctic grayling 20 2 Northern pike 10 1 Long nose sucker 10 1 Burbot 20 1 Stickleback spp. 20 1 Slimy sculpin 20 3

UnS-10-F1

Lake trout 5 1 Arctic grayling 20 2 Northern pike 10 1 Longnose sucker 10 1 Burbot 20 1 Stickleback spp. 20 1 Slimy sculpin 20 3

UnS-10-F2 64°7'13" 111°19'1" Lake trout 5 1 Arctic grayling 20 2 Northern pike 10 1 Longnose sucker 10 1 Burbot 20 1 Stickleback spp. 20 1 Slimy sculpin 20 3

UnS-25 64°4'47" 111°10'54" Lake trout 5 1 Arctic grayling 25 2 Northern pike 10 1 Longnose sucker 25 2 Burbot 20 1 Stickleback spp. 20 1 Slimy sculpin 30 3

UnS-26 64 "7'17" 111°1 0'45" Lake trout 5 1 Arctic grayling 10 1 Northern pike 10 1 Longnose sucker 10 1 Burbot 20 1 Stickleback spp. 10 1 Slimy sculpin 20 3

UnS-27 64°7'7" 111°10'54" Lake trout 5 1 Arctic grayling 10 1 Northern pike 10 1 Long nose sucker 10 1 Burbot 20 1 Stickleback spp. 10 1 Slimy sculpin 10 3

UnS-28 64°4'35" 111°10'58" Lake trout 5 1 Arctic grayling 10 1 Northern pike 10 1 Longnose sucker 15 1 Burbot 30 1 Stickleback spp. 10 1 Slimy sculpin 10 3

UnS-30 Whale Tail Outflow 64°6'24" Lake trout 10 1 Arctic grayling 20 2 Northern pike 20 1

Longnose sucker 20 1 Burbot 30 1 Stickleback spp. 30 1 Slimy sculpin 30 3

UnS-31 64°4'28" 111°17'5" Lake trout 10 1 Arctic grayling 20 2 Northern pike 20 2 Longnose sucker 20 1 Burbot 30 1 Stickleback spp. 30 1 Slimy sculpin 30 5

UnS-38 64 °4'58" 111 °23'42" Lake trout 10 1 Arctic grayling 20 2 Northern pike 20 2 Longnose sucker 20 1 Burbot 30 1 Stickleback spp. 30 1 Slimy sculpin 30 5 Lake chub 10 1

UnS-39 64°4'27" 111 °23'30" Lake trout 10 1 Arctic grayling 20 2 Northern pike 20 2 Longnose sucker 20 1 Burbot 30 1 Stickleback spp. 30 1 Slimy sculpin 30 5 Lake chub 10 1

UnS-40 64?22" 111°26'1" Lake trout 10 1 Arctic grayling 20 2 Northern pike 20 2 Longnose sucker 20 1 Burbot 30 1 Stickleback spp. 30 1 Slimy sculpin 30 5 Lake chub 10 1

UnS-41 64°4'27" 111°10'54" Lake trout 10 1 Arctic grayling 20 2 Northern pike 20 2 Longnose sucker 20 1 Burbot 30 1 Stickleback spp. 30 1 Slimy sculpin 30 5 Lake chub 10 1

UnS-42 64 °4'37" 111 °8'58" Lake trout 10 1 Arctic grayling 20 2

Northern pike 20 2 Longnose sucker 20 1 Burbot 30 1 Stickleback spp. 30 1 Slimy sculpin 30 5 Lake chub 10 1 unS-43 64°4'46" 111 °8'55" Lake trout 10 1 Arctic grayling 20 2 Northern pike 20 2 Longnose sucker 20 1 Burbot 30 1 Stickleback spp. 30 1 Slimy sculpin 30 5 Lake chub 10 1

UnS-44 64 °6'13" 111 °9'25" Lake trout 10 1 Arctic grayling 20 2 Northern pike 20 2 Longnose sucker 20 1 Burbot 30 1 Stickleback spp. 30 1 Slimy sculpin 30 5 Lake chub 10 1

UnS-45 64°6'37" 111 °9'42" Lake trout 10 1 Arctic grayling 20 2 Northern pike 20 2 Longnose sucker 20 1 Burbot 30 1 Stickleback spp. 30 1 Slimy sculpin 30 5 Lake chub 10 1

UnL-13 64 °6'35" 111 ° 19'27" Lake trout 5 1 Lake whitefish 5 1 Round whitefish 5 1 Cisco 5 1 Arctic grayling 5 1 Northern pike 5 1 Longnose sucker 5 1 Burbot 25 1 Stickleback spp. 25 1 Slimy sculpin 25 5

UnL-25 64°6'9" 111 °14'23" Lake trout 5 1 Lake whitefish 5 1 Round whitefish 5 1 Cisco 5 1 Arctic grayling 5 1

Northern pike 5 1 Longnose sucker 5 1 Burbot 10 1 Stickleback spp. 10 1 Slimy sculpin 10 1

UnL-26 64°5'51" 111°13'37" Lake trout 5 1 Lake whitefish 5 1 Round whitefish 5 1 Cisco 5 1 Arctic grayling 5 1 Northern pike 5 1 Longnose sucker 5 1 Burbot 10 1 Stickleback spp. 15 1 Slimy sculpin 15 1

UnL-48 64°5'34" 111°13'13" Lake trout 5 1 Lake whitefish 5 1 Round whitefish 5 1 Cisco 5 1 Arctic grayling 5 1 Northern pike 5 1 Longnose sucker 5 1 Burbot 10 1 Stickleback spp. 15 1 Slimy sculpin 10 1

UnL-49 64°5'40" 111°12'55" Lake trout 5 1 Lake whitefish 5 1 Round whitefish 5 1 Cisco 5 1 Arctic grayling 5 1 Northern pike 5 1 Longnose sucker 5 1 Burbot 10 1 Stickleback spp. 15 1 Slimy sculpin 10 1

UnL-50 64°5'48" 111°12'41" Lake trout 5 1 Lake whitefish 5 1 Round whitefish 5 1 Cisco 5 1 Arctic grayling 5 1 Northern pike 5 1 Longnose sucker 5 1 Burbot 10 1 Stickleback spp. 15 1 Slimy sculpin 10 1

UnL-53 64°6'56" 111°11'1" Lake trout 5 1 Lake whitefish 5 1

Round whitefish 5 1 Cisco 5 1 Arctic grayling 5 1 Northern pike 5 1 Longnose sucker 5 1 Burbot 25 5 Stickleback spp. 25 5 Slimy sculpin 25 5

UnL-54 64"7'11" 111°10'54" Lake trout 5 1 Lake whitefish 5 1 Round whitefish 5 1 Cisco 5 1 Arctic grayling 5 1 Northern pike 5 1 Longnose sucker 5 1 Burbot 25 5 Stickleback spp. 25 5 Slimy sculpin 25 5

UnL-61 64°4'28" 111°17'37" Lake trout 5 1 Lake whitefish 5 1 Round whitefish 5 1 Cisco 5 1 Arctic grayling 5 1 Northern pike 5 1 Longnose sucker 5 1 Burbot 15 1 Stickleback spp. 15 1 Slimy sculpin 15 1

UnL-62 64°4'44" 111°18'23" Lake trout 5 1 Lake whitefish 5 1 Round whitefish 5 1 Cisco 5 1 Arctic grayling 5 1 Northern pike 5 1 Longnose sucker 5 1 Burbot 25 1 Stickleback spp. 25 5 Slimy sculpin 25 5

UnL-64 64°5'16" 111°18'2" Lake trout 5 1 Lake whitefish 5 1 Arctic grayling 5 1 Northern pike 5 1 Longnose sucker 5 1 Burbot 5 1 Stickleback spp. 5 1 Slimy sculpin 15 1

WT-1-F1 64°5'2" 111°10'1" Lake trout 10 1

Arctic grayling 30 5 Northern pike 20 1 Longnose sucker 20 1 Burbot 30 1 Stickleback spp. 20 1 Slimy sculpin 30 5

WT-2-F2 64°4'58" 111°10'37" Lake trout 10 1 Arctic grayling 30 5 Northern pike 20 1 Longnose sucker 20 1 Burbot 30 1 Stickleback spp. 20 1 Slimy sculpin 30 5

Gear: Gillnets with a minimum stretched mesh size of 13mm (1 hour sets with a single 24 hour set}, electrofisher (maximum use time= 1000 seconds) and minnow traps.

UnL-24 Species Live Dead Sample Sample

Lake trout 5 1 Lake whitefish 5 1 Round whitefish 5 1 Cisco 5 1 Arctic grayling 5 1 Northern pike 5 1 Longnose sucker 5 1 Burbot 15 1 Stickleback spp. 15 1 Slimy sculpin 10 1

Gear: Gillnets with a minimum stretched mesh size of 25mm (1 hour sets with a single 24 hour set), electrofisher (maximum use time= 1000 seconds) and minnow traps.

UnL-14 64°6'41" 111°18'54" Species Live Dead Sample Sample

Lake trout 20 2 Lake whitefish 20 5 Round whitefish 20 5 Cisco 20 5 Arctic grayling 30 5 Northern pike 20 1 Longnose sucker 20 1 Burbot 20 1 Stickleback spp. 20 1 Slimy sculpin 20 5

UnL-12 64°6'23" 111°19'38" Lake trout 20 5

Lake whitefish 20 5 Round whitefish 20 5 Cisco 20 5 Arctic grayling 30 5 Northern~ke 20 2 Longnose sucker 20 1 Burbot 20 1 Stickleback spp. 20 1 Slimy sculpin 20 5

Airstrip Area Enclosed by coordinates: 64°04'46" 111°1 0'24" 64 °04'04" 111 °07'45" 64°03'49" 111 °08'01" 64°04'31" 111°10'42"

Lake trout 10 5 Lake whitefish 15 5 Round whitefish 10 1 Cisco 15 5 Arctic grayling 160 16 Northern pike 15 5 Longnose sucker 160 16 Burbot 60 20 Stickleback spp. 60 20 Slimy sculpin 60 20

UnL-1 0 (Goblin Lk) 64°5'40" 111 °19'25" Lake trout 20 5 Lake whitefish 20 5 Round whitefish 20 5 Cisco 20 5 Arctic grayling 30 5 Northern pike 20 2 Longnose sucker 20 1 Burbot 20 1 Stickleback spp. 20 1 Slimy sculpin 20 5

Gear: Box traps, fyke nets, electrofisher (maximum use time= 1000 seconds) and minnow traps.

Matthews Creek from 64°6'10" 111°15'39"to 64?26" 111°18'19" Species Live Dead Sample Sample Lake trout 50 5 Arctic grayling 1500 15 Northern pike 50 5 Longnose sucker 1500 15 Burbot 100 5 Stickleback spp. 200 5 Slimy sculpin 500 10 Lake chub 200 5

Gear: Electrofisher (maximum use time= 1000 seconds) and minnow traps

Area #1 Enclosed by coordinates: 64 ° 17'23" 111 °39'56"

Central and Arctic Region Region du Centre et de !'Arctique Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Suite 301, 5204 50th Ave Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 (867) 669-4920 (867) 669-4920 Fisheries and Ocear\S Pllches et Oceans S-12/13-3002-YK Canada Canada •• Page 9 of 13 64°17'56" 111°36'00" 64°15'09" 111°36'38" 64°14'53" 111°32'47" Species Live Dead Sample Sample Lake trout 15 1 Lake whitefish 15 1 Arctic grayling 60 6 Northern pike 10 1 Longnose sucker 60 6 Burbot 45 5 Stickleback spp. 45 10 Slimy sculpin 45 10

Area #2 Enclosed by coordinates: 64°18'02" 111 °33'53" 64°26'17" 111°26'17" 64°16'30" 111°32'19" 64°17'45" 111°24'47" Lake trout 15 1 Lake whitefish 15 1 Arctic grayling 60 6 Northern pike 10 1 Longnose sucker 60 6 Burbot 45 5 Stickleback spp. 45 10 Slimy sculpin 45 10

Area #3 Enclosed by coordinates: 64 o 16'48" 111 °26'09" 64 ° 17'24" 111 °23'30" 64°12'32" 111°20'35" 64°13'07" 111 °17'43" Lake trout 15 1 Lake whitefish 15 1 Arctic grayling 60 6 Northern pike 10 1 Longnose sucker 60 6 Burbot 45 5 Stickleback spp. 45 10 Slimy sculpin 45 10

Area #4 Enclosed by coordinates: 64 °11 '17" 111 °20'24" 64°12'27" 111 °14'27" 64°1 0'21" 111 °19'17" 64°11 '29" 111 °13'19" Lake trout 10 1 Lake whitefish 10 1 Arctic grayling 40 4 Northern pike 5 1 Longnose sucker 40 4 Burbot 30 5 Stickleback spp. 30 10 Slimy sculpin 30 10

Area #5 Enclosed by coordinates: 64°1 0'05" 111 °21'14" 64°09'39" 111°17'17" 64°09'30" 111°21'29" 64 °09'05" 111 ° 17'28" Lake trout 15 1 Lake whitefish 15 1 Arctic grayling 60 6 Northern pike 10 1 Longnose sucker 60 6 Burbot 45 5 Stickleback spp. 45 10 Slimy sculpin 45 10

Area #6 Enclosed by coordinates: 64 °06'55" 111 °06'51" 64 °06'52" 111 °04'4 7" 64 °06'13" 111 °07'09" 64 °06'08" 111 °04'57" Lake trout 10 1 Lake whitefish 10 1 Arctic grayling 40 4 Northern pike 5 1 Longnose sucker 40 4 Burbot 30 5 Stickleback spp. 30 10 Slimy sculpin 30 10

Area #7 Enclosed by coordinates: 64°06'53" 111 °04'00" 64°06'44" 111°01'23" 64°04'28" 111 °05'18" 64°04'19" 111°02'07" Lake trout 35 5 Lake whitefish 35 5 Arctic grayling 120 12 Northern pike 35 12 Longnose sucker 90 20 Burbot 90 20 Stickleback spp. 90 20 Slimy sculpin 90 20

Area #8 Enclosed by coordinates: 64 °05'11" 111 °08'56" 64 °05'1 O" 111 °04'56" 64 °04'28" 111 °05'18" 64°04'25" 111 °04'25" 64 °04'05" 111 °04'2§" 64 °04'06" 111 °09'04"

Lake trout 15 3 Lake whitefish 15 3 Arctic grayling 80 8 Northern pike 20 2 Longnose sucker 80 8 Burbot 55 10 Stickleback spp. 55 10 Slimy sculpin 55 10

Area#9 Enclosed by coordinates: 64°06'14" 111°01'12" 64°06'07" 110°55'37" 64 °04'19" 111 °01'30" 64°04'17" 110°55'44" Lake trout 15 3 Lake whitefish 15 3 Arctic grayling 80 8 Northern pike 20 2 Longnose sucker 80 8 Burbot 55 10 Stickleback spp. 55 10 Slimy sculpin 55 10

Area #1 0 Enclosed by coordinates: 63 °59'51" 111 °09'27" 64°00'09" 111 °02'16" 63°59'21" 111°01'45" 63°59'16" 110°58'10" 63°26'23" 11 0°58'35" 63°57'06" 111 °08'51" Lake trout 35 6 Lake whitefish 35 6 Arctic grayling 200 20 Northern pike 35 1 Longnose sucker 200 20 Burbot 150 30 Stickleback spp. 150 30 Slimy sculpin 150 30 Waters:

Water Body: Courageous Lake Project Area 2012 Point A: 63° 49' 51" N, 111° 55' 15" W, Point 8: 64° 18' 12" N, 111° 54' 49" W, Point C: 64° 17' 24" N, 110° 53' 27" W Point D: 63° 54'21" N, 110° 55' 39" W Species: Species Listed - See Conditions Gear: See Conditions Total Weight Weight Number Number Number Number Hours Minutes Weight Live Dead Alive Dead Tows Sets

Fishing Period: May 15, 2012 to October 30, 2012

A copy of this licence must be available at the study site and produced at the request of a fishery officer.

Live fish may not be retained unless specified in the conditions of this licence.

The licence holder shall immediately cease fishing when the total fish killed or live sampled reaches any of the maximums set for any of the species listed.

Transportation:

Retention of Fish Caught:

Report on Activities:

A Summary Harvest Report template is provided by the Licensing Coordinator at time of issuance of this licence.

All documents should be sent to:

Fisheries and Oceans Canada Western Arctic Area Central and Arctic Region 301-5204-50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 1 E2

Attention: Yellowknife Licensing Officer

Telephone: (867) 669-4920 Fax: (867) 669-4940 E-mail: XCA-waapermit@dfo-m po. gc. ca

Notification of Commencement:

Prior to the commencement of fishing the Project Authority will contact:

Fisheries and Oceans Canada Western Arctic Area Central and Arctic Region 301-5204-50th Avenue Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2

Attention: Yellowknife Licensing Officer

Telephone: (867) 669-4920 Fax: (867) 669-4940 E-mail: [email protected]

Larry Dow Date District Manager, North

For the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans. Pursuant to Section 52 of the Fishery (General) Regulations.

Central and An:tie Region R6g1011 du Centre etde rAn:tique Sulle 301, 5204 50th Ave SUite 301, 5204 50th Ave Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 Yellowknife, NT X1A 1E2 (867) 66~920 (867) 689-4920 Aboriginal Affairs and Affaires autochtones et ••• Northern Development Canada Developpement du Nord Canada

16 Yellowknife Airport Telephone: (867) 669-2762 Yellowknife, NT X1A 3T2 Facsimile: (867) 669-2720

October 5, 2012

MV201 OC0046 Seabridge Gold Ltd. (5073 N.W.T. Limited) 400 - 106 Front Street East TORONTO,ON M5A1E1

ATTENTION: Stephanie Autut RECEJVED OCT 1 s 2012 Dear Ms. Autut:

Re: Quarry Permit No. 2012QP0102 Location: Matthews Lake

Further to your quarry permit application dated August 7, 2012, enclosed is General Receipt C148798 and Quarry Permit No. 2011 QP01 02, granting authorization to remove 900 cubic metres of sand from the location for which you applied.

Please ensure that you adhere to all conditions annexed to your quarrying permit and your Land Use Permit MV201 OC0046, which was issued by the Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board (MVLWB).

Prior to commencing your quarrying operation, please contact one of our Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC) Inspectors, the writer at 867-669-2794 or Nahum Lee at 867-669-2757.

Clint Ambrose A/District Manager South Mackenzie District

Enclosures

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TERRITORIAL QUARRYING REGULATIONS

QUARRY PERMIT No. 2012QP01 02

Permit Fee $ 150.00 Permittee: Seabridge Gold Inc.

Royalty at $1.50 per cu. metre $ 1,350.00 Address: 400-106 Front Street East Toronto, ON M5A 1E1

Receipt No. C151565 TOTAL $ 1 ,500.00 Phone: (416) 367-9292

Is hereby authorized to take: 900 cubic metres of sand From the lands described as follows: North End of Matthews Lake

SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:

2. This permit does not grant to the Permittee an exclusive right or leasehold interest in the land described herein.

3. This permit shall not be assigned.

4. All quarrying under this permit shall be carried out in accordance with the approved Quarry Operations Plan, if applicable.

6. Pre and post surveys, if required, must be conducted by a certified Canada Land Surveyor or certified engineering technician or as approved by the land use inspector.

7. Pre-surveys, if required, must be submitted to the land use inspector, 10 days prior to the commencement of operations, for approval.

8. Post-surveys, if required, must be submitted to the land use inspector within 60 days of completion of the operation.

9. Quarry operations in all crown pits, including multi user pits, must be coordinated by the Land Use Inspector and be conducted as per the quarry permit application and/or Quarry Operations Plan.

10. The Permittee will not work any area worked by any other Permittee except as co-ordinated by the Land Use Inspector.

11. Prior to the tenth day of each month, the Permittee shall submit a report to the Land Use Inspector at fax number (867), 669-2720, indicating the quantity of material quarried and the quantity of material removed from the site. Failure to submit the monthly report within indicated time frames may result in cancellation of this permit as per section 12 (5) of the regulations.

13. A permittee who over-quarries may be ineliflible for future quarry permits for a twelve month period and additionalleflal action may be taken by the Land Use Inspector under the Territorial Quarrying Regulations.

YFI I OWKN#'i1'il40- vi Definitions:

- Quarrying: the acts of blasting, ripping, excavating and piling material -Work area: that area designated in the quarry application to be used for the extraction of material or substance and for further processing thru screening or crushing. - Opening Up -The preparation of a pit or quarry site from an undisturbed condition for the working and extraction of material and includes surface clearing and overburden removal and placement. -Quarry Material -Material including limestone, granite, slate, marble, gypsum, loam, marl, gravel, sand, clay, stone, or volcanic ash. - Quarry Operation - Means activities at a pit or quarry associated with the opening up of the site or any portion thereof, or the extraction, processing, stockpiling or removal of materials from the site, or the restoration of the site, and includes any works, machinery, plant, buildings and premises belonging to or used in connection with the pit or quarry.

1 Issued at Yellowknife, this 5 h day of October, 2012.

Land A ent Canada COURAGEOUS LAKE PROJECT Project Description In Support of a Class “A” Land Use Permit

Appendix 7-3 Community Site Visit Invite

August 5, 2010

Łutsel K'e Dene First Nation PO Box 28 Łutsel K'e, NT X0E 1A0

Dear: Chief Michel

RE: SEABRIDGE GOLD LAND USE PERMIT COMMUNITY SITE VISIT

On behalf of Seabridge Gold, I would like to invite up to three representatives from your community to participate in a one day site visit to the Courageous Lake Property as part of our application for renewal of our Class A Land Use permit. Proposed dates for the site visit are August 30th and 31st and September 1st, 2nd or 3rd 2010.

As outlined in the Letter of Introduction sent out on April 30th, 2010, Seabridge Gold is currently conducting mineral exploration activities at the Courageous Lake Property. The company has held the mineral rights to the Courageous Lake property since 2003 and obtained a Class A Land Use Permit, Number MV2003C0050, in January 2004 that allows the company to undertake exploration activities on the property. This permit expires in February 2011, hence our application for renewal.

We would be grateful if you could provide us with details of your representatives’ availability over the dates above to allow us some flexibility in our logistical arrangements. Community representatives will be flown to site from Yellowknife at about 9am on the chosen date, given a tour of the site, provided with lunch and return to Yellowknife by about 5pm. Please RSVP by August 13th to communicate your representatives’ availability over the proposed dates and the number of community members attending.

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

Rescan Environmental Services will be assisting Seabridge in arranging the site visit. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Judith Eigenbrod ([email protected]; 604- 689-9460).

Sincerely,

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

RBM/…

Cc INAC MVLWB

August 4, 2010

North Slave Métis Alliance PO Box 2301 32 Melville Dr. Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P7

Attention: Bill Enge, President

Dear: Mr. Enge

RE: SEABRIDGE GOLD LAND USE PERMIT COMMUNITY SITE VISIT

On behalf of Seabridge Gold, I would like to invite up to seven representatives of your community to participate in a one day site visit to the Courageous Lake Property as part of our application for renewal of our Class A Land Use permit. Proposed dates for the site visit are August 30th and 31st and September 1st, 2nd or 3rd 2010.

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

Sincerely,

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

RBM/…

Cc INAC MVLWB

August 4, 2010

Northwest Territories Métis Nation PO Box 720 206 McDougal Rd Fort Smith, NT X0E 0P0

Attention: Betty Villebrun, President

Dear: Ms. Villebrun

RE: SEABRIDGE GOLD LAND USE PERMIT COMMUNITY SITE VISIT

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

Sincerely,

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

RBM/…

Cc INAC MVLWB

August 4, 2010

Tlicho Government Box 412 Behchokö, NT X0A 0Y0

Attention: Grand Chief Joe Rabesca

Dear: Grand Chief Rabesca

RE: SEABRIDGE GOLD LAND USE PERMIT COMMUNITY SITE VISIT

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

Sincerely,

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

RBM/…

Cc INAC MVLWB

August 5, 2010

Yellowknives Dene First Nation (Dettah and N’dilo) PO Box 2514 Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P8

Dear: Chief Sangris and Chief Tsetta

RE: SEABRIDGE GOLD LAND USE PERMIT COMMUNITY SITE VISIT

On behalf of Seabridge Gold, I would like to invite up to four representatives from your communities to participate in a one day site visit to the Courageous Lake Property as part of our application for renewal of our Class A Land Use permit. Proposed dates for the site visit are August 30th and 31st and September 1st, 2nd or 3rd 2010.

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

Sincerely,

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

RBM/…

Cc INAC MVLWB

June 15, 2011

Łutsel K'e Dene First Nation PO Box 28 Łutsel K'e, NT X0E 1A0 Phone: (867) 370-3051 Fax: (867) 370-3010

Attention: Chief Antoine Michel

Dear: Chief Michel

RE: SEABRIDGE GOLD: COMMUNITY SITE VISIT

As discussed at the Community Presentations that occurred on March 15, 2011 Seabridge Gold would like to offer representatives of your community the opportunity to visit the Courageous lake site again this summer. The company is continuing with mineral exploration activities at the Property.

On behalf of Seabridge Gold, I would like to invite 4 members of your community for a one day site visit during the week of August 22nd to the 26th. Community members will be given a tour of the site. Please let us know which of these dates would be suitable to you by July 15, 2011.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact myself ([email protected]; 604- 689-9460)

Thank you for your time,

Judith Eigenbrod, M. Sc. Project Coordinator - Rescan

On behalf of:

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Vice President, Environmental Affairs

RBM/…

Cc INAC MVLWB 106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

June 15, 2011

North Slave Métis Alliance PO Box 2301 32 Melville Dr. Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P7 Phone: (867) 873-6762 Fax: (867) 669-7442

Attention: Sheryl Grieve, Environment and Resource Coordinator

Dear: Ms. Grieve

RE: SEABRIDGE GOLD: COMMUNITY SITE VISIT

As discussed at the Community Presentations that occurred on March 10, 2011 Seabridge Gold would like to offer representatives of your community the opportunity to visit the Courageous lake site again this summer. The company is continuing with mineral exploration activities at the Property.

On behalf of Seabridge Gold, I would like to invite 7 members of your community for a one day site visit during the week of August 22nd to the 26th. Community members will be given a tour of the site. Please let us know which of these dates would be suitable to you by July 15, 2011.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me ([email protected]; 604-689- 9460).

Thank you for your time,

Judith Eigenbrod, M. Sc. Project Coordinator - Rescan

On behalf of:

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Vice President, Environmental Affairs

RBM/…

Cc INAC MVLWB 106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

June 15, 2011

Northwest Territories Métis Nation PO Box 720 206 McDougal Rd Fort Smith, NT X0E 0P0 Phone: (867) 872-2770 Fax: (867) 872-2772

Attention: Betty Villebrun, President

Dear: Ms. Villebrun

RE: SEABRIDGE GOLD: COMMUNITY SITE VISIT

Seabridge Gold would like to offer representatives of your community the opportunity to visit the Courageous Lake site this summer. The company is continuing with mineral exploration activities at the Property.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me ([email protected]; 604-689- 9460).

Thank you for your time,

Judith Eigenbrod, M. Sc. Project Coordinator - Rescan

On behalf of:

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Vice President, Environmental Affairs

RBM/…

Cc INAC MVLWB 106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

June 15, 2011

Tlicho Land Protection and Environment Box 412 Behchokö, NT X0A 0Y0 Phone: (867) 392-6381 Fax: (867) 392-6406

Attention: Grand Chief Edward Erasmus

Dear: Grand Chief Erasmus

RE: SEABRIDGE GOLD: COMMUNITY SITE VISIT

As discussed at the Community Presentations that occurred on March 14, 2011 Seabridge Gold would like to offer representatives of your community the opportunity to visit the Courageous lake site again this summer. The company is continuing with mineral exploration activities at the Property.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact myself ([email protected]; 604- 689-9460)

Thank you for your time,

Judith Eigenbrod, M. Sc. Project Coordinator - Rescan

On behalf of:

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Vice President, Environmental Affairs

RBM/…

Cc INAC MVLWB

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

June 15, 2011

Yellowknives Dene First Nation (Dettah and N’dilo) PO Box 2514 Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P8 Phone: (867) 766-3496 Fax: (867) 766-3497

Attention: Chief Edward Sangris and Chief Ted Tsetta

Dear: Chief Sangris and Chief Tsetta

RE: SEABRIDGE GOLD: COMMUNITY SITE VISIT

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact myself ([email protected]; 604- 689-9460)

Thank you for your time,

Judith Eigenbrod, M. Sc. Project Coordinator - Rescan

On behalf of:

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Vice President, Environmental Affairs

RBM/…

Cc INAC MVLWB

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

July 7, 2012

Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation PO Box 28 Łutsel K'e, NT X0E 1A0

Attention: Chief Dora Enzoe

Dear Chief Enzoe:

Re: Seabridge Gold Inc. – Courageous Lake Project – Site Visit

As part of the ongoing community engagement program for the Courageous Lake Project, operated by Seabridge Gold Inc., I am happy to extend an invitation to you to attend a site visit at Courageous Lake on August 27, 2012.

We can accommodate up to 6 delegates from the Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation. While we encourage the participation of yourself, Elders and Youth, we leave the selection of these individuals up to you. Same day transportation to and from site would be via chartered aircraft directly from Lutsel K’e and on site transportation would be via helicopter and truck. Lunch will be provided.

Please respond via email to [email protected] no later than August 3, 2012 so that appropriate logistical arrangements can be made.

Thank you for your interest in the Courageous Lake Project. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me either by email or by phone at (78) 242-8557.

Sincerely,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

July 7, 2012

North Slave Metis Alliance PO Box 2301 32 Melville Drive Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P7

Attention: Bill Enge, President

Dear President Enge:

Re: Seabridge Gold Inc. – Courageous Lake Project – Site Visit

We can accommodate up to 6 delegates from the North Slave Metis Alliance. While we encourage the participation of yourself, Elders and Youth, we leave the selection of these individuals up to you. Same day transportation to and from site would be via chartered aircraft from Yellowknife and on site transportation would be via helicopter and truck. Lunch will be provided.

Please respond via email to [email protected] no later than August 3, 2012 so that appropriate logistical arrangements can be made.

Thank you for your interest in the Courageous Lake Project. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me either by email or by phone at (780) 242-8557.

Sincerely,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

July 17, 2012

Northwest Territories Metis Nation PO Box 720 206 McDougal Road Fort Smith, NT X0E 0P0

Attention: Betty Villebrun, President

Dear President Villebrun:

Re: Seabridge Gold Inc. – Courageous Lake Project – Site Visit

We can accommodate up to 6 delegates from the Northwest Territories Metis Nation. While we encourage the participation of yourself, Elders and Youth, we leave the selection of these individuals up to you. Same day transportation to and from site would be via chartered aircraft from Fort Smith and on site transportation would be via helicopter and truck. Lunch will be provided.

Please respond via email to [email protected] no later than August 3, 2012 so that appropriate logistical arrangements can be made.

Thank you for your interest in the Courageous Lake Project. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me either by email or by phone at (780) 242-8557.

Sincerely,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

July 5, 2012

Chiefs Executive Council Tlicho Government Box 412 Behchoko, NT X0E 0Y0

Attention: Grand Chief Edward Erasmus

Dear Grand Chief Erasmus:

Re: Seabridge Gold Inc. – Courageous Lake Project – Site Visit

As part of the ongoing community engagement program for the Courageous Lake Project, operated by Seabridge Gold Inc., I am happy to extend an invitation to you and the four Chiefs of the Tlicho Government to attend a site visit at Courageous Lake on August 30, 2012.

We can accommodate up to 6 delegates from the Tlicho Government. While we encourage the participation of yourself and the four Chiefs, and an Elder or a Youth, we leave the selection of these individuals up to you. A group of Elders will be participating in a site visit as part of the Traditional Knowledge Study Elder’s camp at Courageous Lake as well. Same day transportation to and from site would be via chartered aircraft from Yellowknife with stops in Gameti, Wekweeti and Whati and on site transportation would be via helicopter and truck. Lunch will be provided.

Please respond via email to [email protected] no later than August 3, 2012 so that appropriate logistical arrangements can be made.

Thank you for your interest in the Courageous Lake Project. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me either by email or by phone at (780) 242-8557.

Sincerely,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

July 7, 2012

Yellowknives Dene First Nation P.O. Box 2514 Yellowknife, NWT X1A 2P8

Attention: Chief Ed Sangris (Dettah) and Chief Ted Tsetta (Ndilo)

Dear Chief Sangris and Chief Tsetta:

Re: Seabridge Gold Inc. – Courageous Lake Project – Site Visit

As part of the ongoing community engagement program for the Courageous Lake Project, operated by Seabridge Gold Inc., I am happy to extend an invitation to each of you to attend a site visit at Courageous Lake on August 28, 2012.

We can accommodate up to 6 delegates from the Yellowknives Dene First Nation. While we encourage the participation of yourselves, Elders and Youth, we leave the selection of these individuals up to you. Same day transportation to and from site would be via chartered aircraft from Yellowknife and on site transportation would be via helicopter and truck. Lunch will be provided.

Please respond via email to [email protected] no later than August 3, 2012 so that appropriate logistical arrangements can be made.

Thank you for your interest in the Courageous Lake Project. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me either by email or by phone at (780) 242-8557.

Sincerely,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

COURAGEOUS LAKE PROJECT Project Description In Support of a Class “A” Land Use Permit

Appendix 7-4 Community Site Visit Follow-up Letters

September 13, 2010

Łutsel K'e Dene First Nation PO Box 28 Łutsel K'e, NT X0E 1A0

Dear: Chief Michel

RE: SEABRIDGE LAND USE PERMIT COMMUNITY SITE VISIT – FOLLOW UP

On behalf of Seabridge Gold, I would like to thank you, Emily Saunders, Ronald Desjarlais and your community most sincerely for participating in our site visit to the Courageous Lake property on September 3, 2010. Obtaining your input to our application for renewal of our existing Class A Land Use Permit, Number MV2003C0050 and thoughts on our continuing exploration program are very important to us. We look forward to building on the relationships that have been established throughout the exploration program and permit process.

As discussed during the site visits, we would appreciate an invitation to make a presentation on the preliminary results of our 2010 environmental baseline programs to your community in late November or early December 2010. We would also like to take this opportunity to seek your early input on potential project development scenarios that would be reviewed at a later date by the Mackenzie Valley Environmental Impact Review Board as part of the comprehensive environmental impact review process. The 2010 environmental baseline reports will be made available to you in the spring of 2011 when they are completed.

If you have additional requests or comments regarding our exploration program, please do not hesitate to contact myself at 867 445 5553 or Judith Eigenbrod at 604 689 9460.

Sincerely,

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

RBM/…

Cc Don Aubrey-INAC Anne Umpleby and Tyree Mullaney MVLWB

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

September 13, 2010

Tåîchô Government Box 412 Behchokö, NT X0A 0Y0

Dear: Grand Chief Rabesca

RE: SEABRIDGE LAND USE PERMIT COMMUNITY SITE VISIT – FOLLOW UP

On behalf of Seabridge Gold, I would like to thank your community and its representatives, Chief Charlie Football, Chief Edward Chocolate, Philip Huskey and Celine Football, most sincerely for participating in our site visit to the Courageous Lake property on August 31, 2010. Obtaining your input to our application for renewal of our existing Class A Land Use Permit, Number MV2003C0050 and thoughts on our continuing exploration program are very important to us. We look forward to building on the relationships that have been established throughout the exploration program and permit process.

If you have additional requests or comments regarding our exploration program, please do not hesitate to contact myself at 867 445 5553 or Judith Eigenbrod at 604 689 9460.

Sincerely,

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

RBM/…

Cc Don Aubrey-INAC Anne Umpleby and Tyree Mullaney-MVLWB

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

September 13, 2010

North Slave Métis Alliance PO Box 2301 32 Melville Dr. Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P7

Dear: Mr. Enge, President

RE: SEABRIDGE LAND USE PERMIT COMMUNITY SITE VISIT – FOLLOW UP

On behalf of Seabridge Gold, I would like to thank your community and its representatives, Ed Jones, Danielle De Fields, Wayne Langenhan, Roberta (Bobbi) Bulmer, and Darryl Bohnet Jr., most sincerely for participating in our site visit to the Courageous Lake property on September 1, 2010. Obtaining your input to our application for renewal of our existing Class A Land Use Permit, Number MV2003C0050 and thoughts on our continuing exploration program are very important to us. We look forward to building on the relationships that have been established throughout the exploration program and permit process.

If you have additional requests or comments regarding our exploration program, please do not hesitate to contact myself at 867 445 5553 or Judith Eigenbrod at 604 689 9460.

Sincerely,

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

RBM/…

Cc Don Aubrey-INAC Anne Umpleby and Tyree Mullaney - MVLWB

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

September 13, 2010

Yellowknives Dene First Nation (Dettah and N’dilo) PO Box 2514 Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P8

Dear: Chief Sangris and Chief Tsetta

RE: SEABRIDGE LAND USE PERMIT COMMUNITY SITE VISIT – FOLLOW UP

On behalf of Seabridge Gold, I would like to thank your community and its representatives, Alfred Baillargeon, Patrick Charlo, Randy Freeman and George Martin, most sincerely for participating in our site visit to the Courageous Lake property on September 3, 2010. Obtaining your input to our application for renewal of our existing Class A Land Use Permit, Number MV2003C0050 and thoughts on our continuing exploration program are very important to us. We look forward to building on the relationships that have been established throughout the exploration program and permit process.

If you have additional requests or comments regarding our exploration program, please do not hesitate to contact myself at 867 445 5553 or Judith Eigenbrod at 604 689 9460.

Sincerely,

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

RBM/…

Cc Don Aubrey-INAC Anne Umpleby and Tyree Mullaney MVLWB

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

September 13, 2010

Northwest Territories Métis Nation PO Box 720 206 McDougal Rd Fort Smith, NT X0E 0P0

Dear: Ms. Villebrun, President

RE: SEABRIDGE LAND USE PERMIT COMMUNITY SITE VISIT – FOLLOW UP

We regret that you were unable to participate in our recent site visit to the Courageous Lake Project site. Obtaining your input to our application for renewal of our existing Class A Land Use Permit, Number MV2003C0050 and thoughts on our continuing exploration program are very important to us. We look forward to building on the relationships that have been established throughout the exploration program and permit process.

We would appreciate an invitation to make a presentation on the preliminary results of our 2010 environmental baseline programs to your community in late November or early December 2010. We would also take this opportunity to seek your early input on potential project development scenarios that would be reviewed at a later date by the Mackenzie Valley Environmental Impact Review Board as part of the comprehensive environmental impact review process. The 2010 environmental baseline reports will be made available to you in the spring of 2011.

If you have additional requests or comments regarding our exploration program, please do not hesitate to contact myself at 867 445 5553 or Judith Eigenbrod at 604 689 9460.

Sincerely,

R. Brent Murphy, M.Sc., P. Geol. Environment and Sustainability Manager

RBM/…

Cc Don Aubrey-INAC Anne Umpleby and Tyree Mullaney - MVLWB

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

November 5, 2012

Łutsel K'e Dene First Nation PO Box 28 Łutsel K'e, NT X0E 1A0

Attention: Chief Dora Enzoe

Dear: Chief Enzoe:

RE: SEABRIDGE GOLD INC. - COMMUNITY SITE VISIT – FOLLOW UP

On behalf of Seabridge Gold Inc., I would like to thank Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation representatives Gilbert Abel, Angie Lantz, Joe V. Catholique (elder), Sunrise Lockhart (youth), Troy Marlowe (youth) and your community for participating in our site visit to the Courageous Lake property on August 27, 2012. Obtaining your input and thoughts on our continuing exploration program are very important to us. We look forward to building on the relationships that have been established throughout the exploration program.

As discussed during the site visits, we continue to work on our environmental baseline program. Your office should have received the results of the 2011 program in the Spring of this year. The 2012 environmental baseline reports will be made available to you in the spring of 2013 when they are completed.

If you have additional requests or comments regarding our exploration program, please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected] or by phone at (780) 242-8557.

Sincerely,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

November 5, 2012

North Slave Metis Alliance PO Box 2301 32 Melville Drive Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P7

Attention: Bill Enge, President

Dear President Enge:

RE: SEABRIDGE GOLD INC. - COMMUNITY SITE VISIT – FOLLOW UP

On behalf of Seabridge Gold Inc., I would like to thank North Slave Metis Alliance representatives Melvin Enge (elder), Ed Jones (elder), Wayne Langenhan (elder), Dylan Coumont (youth), Shirley Coumont, Kyle Coumont (youth), Nicole Enge (youth) and your community for participating in our site visit to the Courageous Lake property on August 29, 2012. Obtaining your input and thoughts on our continuing exploration program are very important to us. We look forward to building on the relationships that have been established throughout the exploration program.

If you have additional requests or comments regarding our exploration program, please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected] or by phone at (780) 242-8557.

Sincerely,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

November 5, 2012

Northwest Territories Metis Nation PO Box 720 206 McDougal Road Fort Smith, NT X0E 0P0

Attention: Betty Villebrun, President

Dear President Villebrun:

RE: SEABRIDGE GOLD INC. - COMMUNITY SITE VISIT – FOLLOW UP

On behalf of Seabridge Gold Inc., I would like to thank Northwest Territories Metis Nation representatives Tim Heron, Charles Heron, Sonny Collins, Fredrick Beaulieu, Violet Mandeville, Warren Delorme and your community for participating in our site visit to the Courageous Lake property on August 31, 2012. Obtaining your input and thoughts on our continuing exploration program are very important to us. We look forward to building on the relationships that have been established throughout the exploration program.

If you have additional requests or comments regarding our exploration program, please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected] or by phone at (780) 242-8557.

Sincerely,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

November 5, 2012

Yellowknives Dene First Nation P.O. Box 2514 Yellowknife, NWT X1A 2P8

Attention: Chief Ed Sangris

Dear Chief Sangris:

RE: SEABRIDGE GOLD INC. - COMMUNITY SITE VISIT – FOLLOW UP

On behalf of Seabridge Gold Inc., I would like to thank you and Yellowknives Dene First Nation representatives Paul Betsina, Philip Liske (counsel member), Peter Sangris (elder), Sizeh Charlo (youth) and your community for participating in our site visit to the Courageous Lake property on August 28, 2012. Obtaining your input and thoughts on our continuing exploration program are very important to us. We look forward to building on the relationships that have been established throughout the exploration program.

If you have additional requests or comments regarding our exploration program, please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected] or by phone at (780) 242-8557.

Sincerely,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

COURAGEOUS LAKE PROJECT Project Description In Support of a Class “A” Land Use Permit

Appendix 7-5 Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations

Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 1/4/2011 3:11 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Todd Slack YKDFN asserted that Seabridge was trying to merge the ARI permit and the LUP, but that they needed to be dealt with separately. YKDFN asked whether Seabridge or Rescan had followed up with earlier comments YKDFN had made to the ARI. 1/5/2011 10:18 AM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephen Ellis Seabridge discussed the possibility of a meeting with the YKDFN in absence of the Agreement Implementation Exploration Agreement, as well as the Exploration Agreement more generally. Office 1/5/2011 10:18 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Randy Freeman, Seabridge discussed the possibility of a meeting with the YKDFN in absence of the Todd Slack, Edward Sangris Exploration Agreement, as well as the Exploration Agreement more generally. 1/6/2011 8:24 AM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephen Ellis Seabridge responded to the YKDFN's email the previous day noting it would reply as Agreement Implementation soon as possible. Office 1/6/2011 8:24 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack, Kelly Cumming, Randy Seabridge responded to the YKDFN's email the previous day noting it would reply as Freeman soon as possible. 1/7/2011 10:03 AM Fax Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephen Ellis Chief Sangris (YKDFN) wrote to INAC, contesting INAC's position and comments it had Agreement Implementation made. YKDFN expressed concerns over consultation and caribou protection and Office implored INAC to address concerns YKDFN raised in its Nov. 5, 2010 letter to the Board.

1/7/2011 10:03 AM Fax Yellowknives Dene First Nation Edward Sangris Chief Sangris (YKDFN) wrote to INAC, contesting INAC's position and comments it had made. YKDFN expressed concerns over consultation and caribou protection and implored INAC to address concerns YKDFN raised in its Nov. 5, 2010 letter to the Board.

1/10/2011 12:51 PM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephen Ellis Seabridge clarified that it wanted to meet with the YKDFN based on MVLWB's Agreement Implementation recommendation. Seabridge attached letters of response it provided to the YKDFN in Office December following YKDFN's comments to the ARI. Seabridge discussed aspects with the Exploration Agreement.

1/10/2011 12:51 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Randy Freeman, Seabridge clarified that it wanted to meet with the YKDFN based on MVLWB's Todd Slack recommendation. Seabridge attached letters of response it provided to the YKDFN in December following YKDFN's comments to the ARI. Seabridge discussed aspects with the Exploration Agreement.

1/11/2011 3:16 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Todd Slack Seabridge responded to YKDFN questions submitted on January 4, 2011 and forwarded a number of letters of responses it had provided earlier. 1/11/2011 3:28 PM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole, Stephen Ellis Rescan provided the 2010 Archaeology Baseline Report to Aboriginal governments. Agreement Implementation Office 1/11/2011 3:28 PM Email Denendeh National Office AFN Sheila Reindeer, Lee Mandeville Rescan provided the 2010 Archaeology Baseline Report to Aboriginal governments. Regional Office 1/11/2011 3:28 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Dora Enzoe, Ray Griffith, Antoine Rescan provided the 2010 Archaeology Baseline Report to Aboriginal governments. Michel 1/11/2011 3:28 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan provided the 2010 Archaeology Baseline Report to Aboriginal governments. 1/11/2011 3:28 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Chris Heron Rescan provided the 2010 Archaeology Baseline Report to Aboriginal governments. 1/11/2011 3:28 PM Email Tlicho Government Kerri Garner, Alphonse Apples Rescan provided the 2010 Archaeology Baseline Report to Aboriginal governments.

Page 1 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 1/11/2011 3:28 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Ernie Abel, Kelly Cumming, Todd Rescan provided the 2010 Archaeology Baseline Report to Aboriginal governments. Slack, Edward Sangris, Ted Tsetta 1/12/2011 8:55 AM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephen Ellis YKDFN indicated that the parties could not come to a mutually acceptable terms for Agreement Implementation the Exploration Agreement and that an alternative consultation process needed to be Office commenced with the Chief and Council. 1/12/2011 8:55 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Randy Freeman, YKDFN indicated that the parties could not come to a mutually acceptable terms for Todd Slack the Exploration Agreement and that an alternative consultation process needed to be commenced with the Chief and Council. 1/14/2011 12:22 PM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephen Ellis Seabridge responded affirmatively to YKDFN's offer to meet in absence of the Agreement Implementation Exploration Agreement. Seabridge indicated concern that the YKDFN only wished to Office discuss the LUP and requested clarification around the type of agreement YKDFN had in mind for Seabridge to sign.

1/14/2011 12:22 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Randy Freeman, Seabridge responded affirmatively to YKDFN's offer to meet in absence of the Todd Slack Exploration Agreement. Seabridge indicated concern that the YKDFN only wished to discuss the LUP and requested clarification around the type of agreement YKDFN had in mind for Seabridge to sign.

1/17/2011 10:40 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan requested confirmation for a March 10th presentation to the NSMA. 1/17/2011 2:39 PM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan suggested a community visit in early March to present the preliminary results of the 2010 Environmental Baseline programs. 1/17/2011 2:41 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond Rescan suggested a community visit in early March to present the preliminary results of the 2010 Environmental Baseline programs. 1/17/2011 2:46 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson Rescan suggested a community visit in early March to present the preliminary results of the 2010 Environmental Baseline programs. 1/17/2011 3:18 PM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephen Ellis YKDFN stated that consultation had not occurred to date and warned that Seabridge Agreement Implementation should only attempt to address the concerns currently before the MVLWB at the Office meeting with Chief and Council, and not additional topics. 1/17/2011 3:18 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Randy Freeman, YKDFN stated that consultation had not occurred to date and warned that Seabridge Todd Slack should only attempt to address the concerns currently before the MVLWB at the meeting with Chief and Council, and not additional topics. 1/20/2011 12:00 AM Various Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole MVLWB sent the draft LUP for Seabridge to the distribution list for comment. Agreement Implementation Office 1/20/2011 12:00 AM Various Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville MVLWB sent the draft LUP for Seabridge to the distribution list for comment. Regional Office 1/20/2011 12:00 AM Various Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Steve Nitah MVLWB sent the draft LUP for Seabridge to the distribution list for comment. 1/20/2011 12:00 AM Various North Slave Metis Alliance Bill Enge MVLWB sent the draft LUP for Seabridge to the distribution list for comment. 1/20/2011 12:00 AM Various Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun MVLWB sent the draft LUP for Seabridge to the distribution list for comment. 1/20/2011 12:00 AM Various Tlicho Government Eddie Erasmus, Kerri Garner, MVLWB sent the draft LUP for Seabridge to the distribution list for comment. Edward Chocolate, Clifford Daniels, Charlie Football, Alfonz Nitsiza 1/20/2011 12:00 AM Various Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack, Edward Sangris, Ted MVLWB sent the draft LUP for Seabridge to the distribution list for comment. Tsetta

Page 2 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 1/20/2011 3:59 PM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan informed the Tli Cho Government that the proposed dates for the community visit had been pushed back to mid-March and requested feedback. 1/20/2011 4:00 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson Rescan explained that the proposed community site visit had to be pushed back to mid-March and requested feedback on this timing. 1/20/2011 4:00 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond Rescan notifed the LKDFN that dates of the community site visit were being pushed back to mid-March, 2011. 1/20/2011 4:04 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan followed up with the NSMA regarding scheduling community site visits. 1/21/2011 9:07 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Ray Griffith, Sonya Almond Rescan and the LKDFN discussed the purpose of a community site visit in March, 2011.

1/21/2011 3:54 PM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole MVLWB notified the distribution list that it has sent out the draft LUP terms and Agreement Implementation conditions for review and that it would assess the adequacy of consultation. Office 1/21/2011 3:54 PM Email Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville MVLWB notified the distribution list that it has sent out the draft LUP terms and Regional Office conditions for review and that it would assess the adequacy of consultation. 1/21/2011 3:54 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance MVLWB notified the distribution list that it has sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review and that it would assess the adequacy of consultation. 1/21/2011 3:54 PM Email Rae-Edzo Metis Local #64 MVLWB notified the distribution list that it has sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review and that it would assess the adequacy of consultation. 1/21/2011 3:54 PM Email Tlicho Government Alfonz Nitsiza, Edward Chocolate, MVLWB notified the distribution list that it has sent out the draft LUP terms and Clifford Daniels, Eddie Erasmus, conditions for review and that it would assess the adequacy of consultation. Kerri Garner 1/21/2011 3:54 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack MVLWB notified the distribution list that it has sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review and that it would assess the adequacy of consultation. 1/21/2011 4:54 PM Various Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole MVLWB sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review by the distributionl list. Agreement Implementation Office 1/21/2011 4:54 PM Various Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville MVLWB sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review by the distributionl list. Regional Office 1/21/2011 4:54 PM Various Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Steve Nitah MVLWB sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review by the distributionl list.

1/21/2011 4:54 PM Various North Slave Metis Alliance Bill Enge MVLWB sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review by the distributionl list.

1/21/2011 4:54 PM Various Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun MVLWB sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review by the distributionl list.

1/21/2011 4:54 PM Various Rae-Edzo Metis Local #64 MVLWB sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review by the distributionl list.

1/21/2011 4:54 PM Various Tlicho Government Eddie Erasmus, Kerri Garner, MVLWB sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review by the distributionl list. Edward Chocolate, Clifford Daniels, Charlie Football, Alfonz Nitsiza

1/21/2011 4:54 PM Various Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack, Edward Sangris, Ted MVLWB sent out the draft LUP terms and conditions for review by the distributionl list. Tsetta

Page 3 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 1/26/2011 3:24 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve NSMA confirmed March 10 as the date for the community presentation. 1/28/2011 11:10 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan further discussed the logistics of the community presentation. 1/31/2011 8:39 AM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephen Ellis Seabridge responded to YKDFN's Jan. 17, 2011 email. Seabridge stated it was looking Agreement Implementation forward to meeting with the Chief and Council. Office 1/31/2011 8:39 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack, Kelly Cumming, Randy Seabridge responded to YKDFN's Jan. 17, 2011 email. Seabridge stated it was looking Freeman forward to meeting with the Chief and Council. 1/31/2011 8:40 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack YKDFN warned that do to its impending office move Seabridge could expect reduced operations for a week. 2/1/2011 11:54 AM Letter Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Randy Freeman, YKDFN requested a one week extension for their response to the LUP draft terms and Edward Sangris conditions from the MVLWB. 2/1/2011 12:00 PM Various Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville MVLWB provided clarification on the response time for comments on the LUP Regional Office application. 2/1/2011 12:00 PM Various Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Steve Nitah MVLWB provided clarification on the response time for comments on the LUP application. 2/1/2011 12:00 PM Various North Slave Metis Alliance Bill Enge MVLWB provided clarification on the response time for comments on the LUP application. 2/1/2011 12:00 PM Various Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun MVLWB provided clarification on the response time for comments on the LUP application. 2/1/2011 12:00 PM Various Tlicho Government Eddie Erasmus, Kerri Garner, MVLWB provided clarification on the response time for comments on the LUP Edward Chocolate, Clifford application. Daniels, Charlie Football, Alfonz Nitsiza 2/1/2011 12:00 PM Various Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack, Edward Sangris, Ted MVLWB provided clarification on the response time for comments on the LUP Tsetta application. 2/3/2011 10:10 AM Phone Call Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan called the Tli Cho to make arrangements for a community visit. 2/3/2011 10:15 AM Phone Call Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond Rescan called the LKDFN to make arrangements for a community visit. 2/3/2011 10:20 AM Phone Call Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson Rescan called the NWTMN to make arrangements for a community visit.

2/4/2011 2:45 PM Phone Call Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan made tentative arrangements with the Tli Cho for a community visit on March 14th, 2011. 2/4/2011 2:50 PM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba The Tli Cho Government confirmed that March 14, 2011 would be the best date for a community presentation. 2/7/2011 4:00 PM Letter Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole Seabridge distributed the first of the 2010 Environmental Baseline reports to the Agreement Implementation YKDFN, LKDFN, Tli Cho, NSMA, NWT Metis Nation, AIMAIO and Dene Nation. Office 2/7/2011 4:00 PM Letter Denendeh National Office AFN Sheila Reindeer Seabridge distributed the first of the 2010 Environmental Baseline reports to the Regional Office YKDFN, LKDFN, Tli Cho, NSMA, NWT Metis Nation, AIMAIO and Dene Nation. 2/7/2011 4:00 PM Letter Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Len Griffore Seabridge distributed the first of the 2010 Environmental Baseline reports to the YKDFN, LKDFN, Tli Cho, NSMA, NWT Metis Nation, AIMAIO and Dene Nation. 2/7/2011 4:00 PM Letter North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Seabridge distributed the first of the 2010 Environmental Baseline reports to the YKDFN, LKDFN, Tli Cho, NSMA, NWT Metis Nation, AIMAIO and Dene Nation.

Page 4 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 2/7/2011 4:00 PM Letter Northwest Territory Metis Nation Chris Heron Seabridge distributed the first of the 2010 Environmental Baseline reports to the YKDFN, LKDFN, Tli Cho, NSMA, NWT Metis Nation, AIMAIO and Dene Nation. 2/7/2011 4:00 PM Letter Tlicho Government Jolene Huskey Seabridge distributed the first of the 2010 Environmental Baseline reports to the YKDFN, LKDFN, Tli Cho, NSMA, NWT Metis Nation, AIMAIO and Dene Nation. 2/7/2011 4:00 PM Letter Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Seabridge distributed the first of the 2010 Environmental Baseline reports to the YKDFN, LKDFN, Tli Cho, NSMA, NWT Metis Nation, AIMAIO and Dene Nation. 2/7/2011 4:00 PM Letter Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack, Edward Sangris Seabridge informed Chief Sangris and Todd Slack of the YKDFN that Randy Freeman had received a copy of the baseline reports. 2/9/2011 12:00 AM Letter Yellowknives Dene First Nation Edward Sangris, Ted Tsetta INACs response to the draft LUP terms and conditions, particularly in regards to consultation. 2/9/2011 9:10 AM Phone Call Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville Dene Nation followed-up with Rescan in regards to the dates for the community visits. Regional Office 2/9/2011 11:11 AM Fax Northwest Territory Metis Nation Chris Heron, Betty Villebrun NWT Metis Nation commented on the Draft LUP terms and conditions. NWT Metis Nation wondered whether cumulative effects were considered. 2/9/2011 11:42 AM Fax Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephen Ellis YKDFN submitted a letter to the MVLWB outlining its concerns related to consultation Agreement Implementation and other matters. YKDFN maintained it was premature to seek comments on draft Office conditions of the LUP. 2/9/2011 11:42 AM Fax Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack, Edward Sangris YKDFN submitted a letter to the MVLWB outlining its concerns related to consultation and other matters. YKDFN maintained it was premature to seek comments on draft conditions of the LUP. 2/9/2011 11:50 AM Fax Northwest Territory Metis Nation Chris Heron, Betty Villebrun NWTMN expressed their concern about the response time for the LUP draft terms and conditions given by the MVLWB. 2/9/2011 4:56 PM Fax Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole The AIMAIO commented on the draft LUP terms and conditions. AIMAIO requested that Agreement Implementation the MVLWB undertake a hearing to determine whether or not the duty to consult and Office accommodate has been met. 2/9/2011 4:56 PM Fax Yellowknives Dene First Nation Edward Sangris, Ted Tsetta The AIMAIO commented on the draft LUP terms and conditions. AIMAIO requested that the MVLWB undertake a hearing to determine whether or not the duty to consult and accommodate has been met. 2/14/2011 11:29 AM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson Rescam followed up with the NWTMN in regards to arranging a community visit.

2/14/2011 12:19 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond, Tsatsiye Catholique Rescan and the LKDFN communicated in regards to Community visit dates.

2/16/2011 8:29 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Todd Slack Seabridge expressed its interest in meeting with the YKDFN Chief and Council to discuss the ongoing exploration program at Courageous Lake. 2/16/2011 4:43 PM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole MVLWB emailed a letter to the distribution list clarifying the commenting process for Agreement Implementation the draft LUP. Office 2/16/2011 4:43 PM Email Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville MVLWB emailed a letter to the distribution list clarifying the commenting process for Regional Office the draft LUP. 2/16/2011 4:43 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance MVLWB emailed a letter to the distribution list clarifying the commenting process for the draft LUP.

Page 5 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 2/16/2011 4:43 PM Email Rae-Edzo Metis Local #64 MVLWB emailed a letter to the distribution list clarifying the commenting process for the draft LUP. 2/16/2011 4:43 PM Email Tlicho Government Edward Chocolate, Clifford MVLWB emailed a letter to the distribution list clarifying the commenting process for Daniels, Alfonz Nitsiza, Eddie the draft LUP. Erasmus, Kerri Garner 2/16/2011 4:43 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack MVLWB emailed a letter to the distribution list clarifying the commenting process for the draft LUP. 2/16/2011 8:32 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Dora Enzoe, Ray Griffith LKDFN requested assistance with transportation and funeral related expenses for a death in the LKDFN community. 2/17/2011 11:00 AM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole YKDFN submitted a 43 pg document detailing aspects of the consultation with YKDFN Agreement Implementation related to the permitting process. Office 2/17/2011 11:00 AM Email Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville YKDFN submitted a 43 pg document detailing aspects of the consultation with YKDFN Regional Office related to the permitting process. 2/17/2011 11:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance YKDFN submitted a 43 pg document detailing aspects of the consultation with YKDFN related to the permitting process. 2/17/2011 11:00 AM Email Rae-Edzo Metis Local #64 YKDFN submitted a 43 pg document detailing aspects of the consultation with YKDFN related to the permitting process. 2/17/2011 11:00 AM Email Tlicho Government Edward Chocolate, Clifford YKDFN submitted a 43 pg document detailing aspects of the consultation with YKDFN Daniels, Alfonz Nitsiza, Eddie related to the permitting process. Erasmus, Kerri Garner 2/17/2011 11:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack YKDFN submitted a 43 pg document detailing aspects of the consultation with YKDFN related to the permitting process. 2/18/2011 3:05 PM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole MVLWB concluded that the Project is exempt from preliminary screening. MVLWB Agreement Implementation gave the YKDFN and Seabridge until Feb. 23, 2011 to respond to their questions Office regarding the LUP application. The Board would meet on February 25, 2011 to decide on the issuance of a LUP application.

2/18/2011 3:05 PM Email Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville MVLWB concluded that the Project is exempt from preliminary screening. MVLWB Regional Office gave the YKDFN and Seabridge until Feb. 23, 2011 to respond to their questions regarding the LUP application. The Board would meet on February 25, 2011 to decide on the issuance of a LUP application.

2/18/2011 3:05 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance MVLWB concluded that the Project is exempt from preliminary screening. MVLWB gave the YKDFN and Seabridge until Feb. 23, 2011 to respond to their questions regarding the LUP application. The Board would meet on February 25, 2011 to decide on the issuance of a LUP application.

2/18/2011 3:05 PM Email Rae-Edzo Metis Local #64 MVLWB concluded that the Project is exempt from preliminary screening. MVLWB gave the YKDFN and Seabridge until Feb. 23, 2011 to respond to their questions regarding the LUP application. The Board would meet on February 25, 2011 to decide on the issuance of a LUP application.

Page 6 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 2/18/2011 3:05 PM Email Tlicho Government Edward Chocolate, Clifford MVLWB concluded that the Project is exempt from preliminary screening. MVLWB Daniels, Alfonz Nitsiza, Kerri gave the YKDFN and Seabridge until Feb. 23, 2011 to respond to their questions Garner regarding the LUP application. The Board would meet on February 25, 2011 to decide on the issuance of a LUP application.

2/18/2011 3:05 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack MVLWB concluded that the Project is exempt from preliminary screening. MVLWB gave the YKDFN and Seabridge until Feb. 23, 2011 to respond to their questions regarding the LUP application. The Board would meet on February 25, 2011 to decide on the issuance of a LUP application.

2/20/2011 9:40 AM Phone Call Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson Rescan followed up the NWT Metis Nation in regards to the community visit.

2/22/2011 2:40 PM Fax Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephen Ellis YKDFN asserted to the MVLWB that its previously stated concerns had not been Agreement Implementation addressed and sufficient consultation had not taken place. On these grounds the Office YKDFN feel that a LUP cannot be issued. 2/22/2011 2:40 PM Fax Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack, Edward Sangris, Ted YKDFN asserted to the MVLWB that its previously stated concerns had not been Tsetta addressed and sufficient consultation had not taken place. On these grounds the YKDFN feel that a LUP cannot be issued. 2/23/2011 10:52 AM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson Rescan followed up with the NWTMN regarding Community Visits.

2/23/2011 2:50 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun, Earl Jacobson NWTMN asked if a meeting with Seabridge could be arranged in April or May as they were too busy to meet in March. Rescan replied that Seabridge would be available to meet with the NWTMN early to mid May and wondered if this would work. 2/23/2011 3:13 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack MVLWB acknowledged Seabridge's request to view the mapping filed under confidential cover by the YKDFN and asked if this information could be shared between the two parties. If not, MVLWB clarified the process for signing a non- disclosure agreement.

2/23/2011 3:47 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack, Kelly Cumming YKDFN requested clarification that only a paper version was going out (in reference to Seabridge's request to view the map YKDFN filed with MVLWB under confidential cover). YKDFN noted it would have to get the Chief to sign off on the request. 2/25/2011 4:07 PM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole MVLWB notified Seabridge that the Board granted a LUP for a period of five years. Agreement Implementation MVLWB requested Seabridge take note of Environment Canada's comments regarding Office the burning of waste and encouraged Seabridge to work with the YKDFN and the ENR to ensure minimal effects on caribou.

2/25/2011 4:07 PM Email Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville MVLWB notified Seabridge that the Board granted a LUP for a period of five years. Regional Office MVLWB requested Seabridge take note of Environment Canada's comments regarding the burning of waste and encouraged Seabridge to work with the YKDFN and the ENR to ensure minimal effects on caribou.

2/25/2011 4:07 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance MVLWB notified Seabridge that the Board granted a LUP for a period of five years. MVLWB requested Seabridge take note of Environment Canada's comments regarding the burning of waste and encouraged Seabridge to work with the YKDFN and the ENR to ensure minimal effects on caribou.

Page 7 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 2/25/2011 4:07 PM Email Rae-Edzo Metis Local #64 MVLWB notified Seabridge that the Board granted a LUP for a period of five years. MVLWB requested Seabridge take note of Environment Canada's comments regarding the burning of waste and encouraged Seabridge to work with the YKDFN and the ENR to ensure minimal effects on caribou.

2/25/2011 4:07 PM Email Tlicho Government Alfonz Nitsiza, Edward Chocolate, MVLWB notified Seabridge that the Board granted a LUP for a period of five years. Clifford Daniels, Kerri Garner MVLWB requested Seabridge take note of Environment Canada's comments regarding the burning of waste and encouraged Seabridge to work with the YKDFN and the ENR to ensure minimal effects on caribou.

2/25/2011 4:07 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack MVLWB notified Seabridge that the Board granted a LUP for a period of five years. MVLWB requested Seabridge take note of Environment Canada's comments regarding the burning of waste and encouraged Seabridge to work with the YKDFN and the ENR to ensure minimal effects on caribou.

3/1/2011 12:12 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond, Tsatsiye Catholique Rescan followed up with the LKDFN about a date for Seabridge's presentation.

3/1/2011 12:40 PM Phone Call North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan followed up with the NSMA regarding the site visit details. 3/1/2011 12:49 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan requested confirmation about the details for Seabridge's presentation on March 10 and indicated a voicemail message had also been left. 3/1/2011 12:50 PM Phone Call Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan followed up with the Tli Cho regarding the site visit details. 3/1/2011 12:52 PM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan requested confirmation that Seabridge's presentation and visit was scheduled for March 14th, 2011 and asked whether a meeting location had been determined.

3/1/2011 12:55 PM Phone Call Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond Rescan followed up with the Lutsel K'e regarding the site visit details. 3/1/2011 2:05 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique Wildlife, Lands and Environment department of Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation indicated that they had scheduled a presentation on 2010 Environmental Baseline programs March 14-18. 3/1/2011 2:12 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique In response to Rescan's request to confirmation about a meeting time, LKDFN stated the community visit was scheduled between March 14-18, 2011. Rescan asked if March 15 was possible. 3/2/2011 8:32 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Randy Freeman Seabridge contacted the YKDFN to state its interest in meeting with them to discuss the ongoing exploration program and stated it would be available to meet in Yellowknife between March 10-15. 3/2/2011 9:12 AM Phone Call Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan and the Tli Cho discussed logistics for the community visit. 3/2/2011 10:09 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Randy Freeman, YKDFN responded to Seabridge's offer to meet by requesting a meeting in Dettah to Todd Slack discuss the LUP. Seabridge confirmed the meeting and gave instructions for invoicing.

3/2/2011 3:20 PM Phone Call North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan followed up with the NSMA regarding the community visit logistics. 3/2/2011 3:25 PM Phone Call Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique , Sonya Rescan followed up with the Lutsel K'e regarding the community visit logistics. Almond 3/2/2011 3:28 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond, Tsatsiye Catholique Rescan informed LKDFN that an additional date was possible for a meeting with Seabridge, if the first date was not convenient. 3/3/2011 10:15 AM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan followed up with the Tli Cho Government about a quote for a translator/sound technician and caterer for the upcoming community meeting.

Page 8 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 3/4/2011 1:48 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve NSMA responded to Rescan's request for confirmation about the community meeting and Seabridge's presentation. NSMA confirmed the location and time. 3/4/2011 2:00 PM Phone Call Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique Rescan called the LKDFN to make arrangements for a presentation to the community.

3/4/2011 2:01 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique , Sonya Rescan inquired about preferred meeting logistics for the March 15th meeting with Almond the LKDFN. 3/4/2011 2:47 PM Email Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville, Barret Lenoir Rescan inquired whether the Denendeh National Office would be attending Regional Office Seabridge's meetings with the Tli Cho and /or the LKDFN. 3/4/2011 3:50 PM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan and the Tli Cho Government discussed meeting materials and logistics for an upcoming meeting between Seabridge and the Tli Cho. 3/4/2011 4:10 PM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole MVLWB sent a letter to the distribution list outlining the decision from the MVLWB Agreement Implementation Transboundary Meeting of February 25th in which it was decided that the LUP be Office renewed for a period of five years. 3/4/2011 4:10 PM Email Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville MVLWB sent a letter to the distribution list outlining the decision from the MVLWB Regional Office Transboundary Meeting of February 25th in which it was decided that the LUP be renewed for a period of five years. 3/4/2011 4:10 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Dora Enzoe, Steve Nitah, Tsatsiye MVLWB sent a letter to the distribution list outlining the decision from the MVLWB Catholique Transboundary Meeting of February 25th in which it was decided that the LUP be renewed for a period of five years. 3/4/2011 4:10 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun MVLWB sent a letter to the distribution list outlining the decision from the MVLWB Transboundary Meeting of February 25th in which it was decided that the LUP be renewed for a period of five years. 3/4/2011 4:10 PM Email Tlicho Government Eddie Erasmus, Kerri Garner, MVLWB sent a letter to the distribution list outlining the decision from the MVLWB Edward Chocolate, Clifford Transboundary Meeting of February 25th in which it was decided that the LUP be Daniels, Alfonz Nitsiza renewed for a period of five years. 3/4/2011 4:10 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack, Edward Sangris, Ted MVLWB sent a letter to the distribution list outlining the decision from the MVLWB Tsetta Transboundary Meeting of February 25th in which it was decided that the LUP be renewed for a period of five years. 3/4/2011 4:38 PM Email Tlicho Government Claudia Mantla, Janita Etsemba, Rescan and the Tli Cho Government discussed logistics for the upcoming meeting. Clifford Daniels 3/8/2011 8:30 AM Phone Call Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville Dene Nation contacted Rescan to confirm that they would be able to attend the Tli Regional Office Cho presentation. 3/8/2011 9:00 AM Phone Call Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville Rescan left a message at the Dene office regarding the community presentation. Regional Office 3/8/2011 10:44 AM Email Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville, Barret Lenoir Rescan and the Denendeh National Office discussed the Denendeh's participation in Regional Office the Tli Cho meeting. The Denendeh representative inquired about compensation for mileage. 3/8/2011 11:03 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique , Sonya Rescan requested details about planning Seabridge's presentation to the LKDFN. Almond 3/8/2011 1:36 PM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan inquired whether a representative of the Dene Nation could attend the Tli Cho community presentation. Rescan followed up with a poster advertising the community presentation for the Tli Cho to distribute as needed.

Page 9 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 3/8/2011 1:55 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Todd Slack, YKDFN submitted comments to the ARI pertaining to Seabridge's Water License and Edward Sangris ICRP progress. YKDFN stated that its previously stated issues and concerns ranging from consultation to study methodology had not been addressed and thus its support could only be conditional at best.

3/8/2011 2:18 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique Rescan and the LKDFN discussed refreshments for the community meeting. Rescan inquired about meeting logistics. 3/9/2011 12:00 AM Letter Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack, Edward Sangris Seabridge confirmed in a letter to the YKDFN (Chief and Community Organizer) that it had provided the remaining 2010 Environmental Baseline Reports to Randy Freeman.

3/9/2011 12:00 AM Letter Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole Seabridge mailed a cover letter and CDs containing the 2010 environmental baselines Agreement Implementation to multiple groups. Office 3/9/2011 12:00 AM Letter Denendeh National Office AFN Sheila Reindeer Seabridge mailed a cover letter and CDs containing the 2010 environmental baselines Regional Office to multiple groups. 3/9/2011 12:00 AM Letter Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Len Griffore Seabridge mailed a cover letter and CDs containing the 2010 environmental baselines to multiple groups. 3/9/2011 12:00 AM Letter North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Seabridge mailed a cover letter and CDs containing the 2010 environmental baselines to multiple groups. 3/9/2011 12:00 AM Letter Northwest Territory Metis Nation Chris Heron Seabridge mailed a cover letter and CDs containing the 2010 environmental baselines to multiple groups. 3/9/2011 12:00 AM Letter Tlicho Government Jolene Huskey Seabridge mailed a cover letter and CDs containing the 2010 environmental baselines to multiple groups. 3/9/2011 12:00 AM Letter Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Seabridge mailed a cover letter and CDs containing the 2010 environmental baselines to multiple groups. 3/9/2011 9:45 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond Rescan and the LKDFN discussed meeting logistics for upcoming Seabridge community presentation including catering. 3/9/2011 11:08 AM Email Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville, Barret Lenoir Rescan responded to the Denendeh National Office explaining that Seabridge was not Regional Office offering compensation for mileage as the community presentations were voluntary and open to the public. 3/9/2011 4:12 PM Email Tlicho Government Clifford Daniels, Janita Etsemba, The Tli Cho Government sent a quote outlining expenses to be covered for the Claudia Mantla upcoming meeting with Seabridge. 3/9/2011 4:43 PM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephen Ellis Rescan forwarded shared its response to the issues raised by the YKDFN in their March Agreement Implementation 8th letter with the ENR and AIMAIO. Rescan responded to the YKDFN's concerns Office systematically, noting that many of the issues fell outside of the ARI permit (the YKDFN were copied on the letter earlier this day).

3/9/2011 5:35 PM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephen Ellis Rescan shared its response to the issues raised by the YKDFN in their March 8th letter Agreement Implementation with the ARI. Rescan addressed the issues the YKDFN raised, noting most of them fall Office outside of the ARI permitting process, and copied the YKDFN on this response.

Page 10 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 3/9/2011 5:35 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman, Todd Slack Rescan shared its response to the issues raised by the YKDFN in their March 8th letter with the ARI. Rescan addressed the issues the YKDFN raised, noting most of them fall outside of the ARI permitting process, and copied the YKDFN on this response.

3/10/2011 9:00 AM Face to Face/Meetings North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve, Daryl Bohnet, Ed Seabridge and its consultants met with the NSMA from 9am-10:30am in Yellowknife, Jones, Wayne Langenhan, Ray NWT. Seabridge gave a presentation on the project, the company, mitigation Jones measures to address caribou and archaeology interests in the area, and discussed environmental baseline studies. A discussion followed.

3/10/2011 9:18 AM Email Tlicho Government Clifford Daniels, Janita Etsemba, Rescan requested clarification on the quote the Tli Cho Government provided to Claudia Mantla cover the costs of the upcoming meeting. 3/10/2011 9:25 AM Fax Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephen Ellis The AIMAIO faxed its comments on behalf of the Akaitcho Dene First Nations following Agreement Implementation MVLWB's reasons for decision to issue a LUP. The AIMAIO expressed concern that Office MVLWB had not implemented any of its recommendations. AIMAIO also contended that the MVLWB erred in its decision that the LUP was exempt from preliminary screening.

3/10/2011 9:25 AM Fax Deninu Kue First Nation Rosie Bjornson, Louis Balsillie The AIMAIO faxed its comments on behalf of the Akaitcho Dene First Nations following MVLWB's reasons for decision to issue a LUP. The AIMAIO expressed concern that MVLWB had not implemented any of its recommendations. AIMAIO also contended that the MVLWB erred in its decision that the LUP was exempt from preliminary screening.

3/10/2011 9:25 AM Fax Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique The AIMAIO faxed its comments on behalf of the Akaitcho Dene First Nations following MVLWB's reasons for decision to issue a LUP. The AIMAIO expressed concern that MVLWB had not implemented any of its recommendations. AIMAIO also contended that the MVLWB erred in its decision that the LUP was exempt from preliminary screening.

3/10/2011 9:25 AM Fax Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack, Edward Sangris, Ted The AIMAIO faxed its comments on behalf of the Akaitcho Dene First Nations following Tsetta MVLWB's reasons for decision to issue a LUP. The AIMAIO expressed concern that MVLWB had not implemented any of its recommendations. AIMAIO also contended that the MVLWB erred in its decision that the LUP was exempt from preliminary screening.

3/10/2011 11:18 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming Rescan requested confirmation of the location for that evening's meeting with Seabridge and the YKDFN. 3/10/2011 2:20 PM Phone Call Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming Rescan contacted the YKDFN to clarify details regarding the presentation taking place that evening. The YKDFN clarified that the presentation was only in regards to the LUP and not any environmental work. 3/10/2011 8:00 PM Face to Face/Meetings Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Todd Slack, Alfred Seabridge and its consultants met with YKDFN Chiefs and Councilors from 8pm-10pm Baillargeon, Edward Sangris, Ted in Dettah, NWT. Seabridge gave a presentation on the project, the company, and on Tsetta, Shirley Tsetta, Bobby mitigation measures to address caribou and archaeology interests in the area. A Drygeese, Eileen Liske, Liza discussion followed. Pieper, Cecilia Beaulieu

3/11/2011 11:58 AM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan and the Tli Cho Government discussed the fees associated with hosting the meeting between Seabridge and the Tli Cho representatives.

Page 11 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 3/14/2011 10:45 AM Email Tlicho Government Jenny Mantla Rescan contacted the Tli Cho Government with offers of employment for the upcoming field seasson. 3/14/2011 1:57 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Melissa MacKenzie At Rescan's request, the YKDFN provided the address for one of the field assistants so that Rescan could send out a T4. 3/14/2011 2:02 PM Phone Call Tlicho Government Rescan contacted the Tli Cho to hire a field assistant for their winter work program.

3/14/2011 2:08 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Melissa MacKenzie Rescan contacted the YKDFN with offers of employment for the upcoming field season.

3/14/2011 2:35 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond, Dora Enzoe Rescan and the LKDFN discussed Seabridge's offer of a budget for the LKDFN to meet with Seabridge. 3/14/2011 5:30 PM Face to Face/Meetings Tlicho Government Seabridge and its consultants met with representatives of the Tli Cho Government in Bechoko from 5:30-7:30pm. Seabridge gave a presentation that covered the project and the company; caribou, wildlife and archaeology as well as mitigation measures to protect them; and environmental baseline studies. A discussion followed.

3/15/2011 1:30 PM Face to Face/Meetings Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond, Antoine Michel, Seabridge and its consultants met with the LKDFN Chief and Council members in Emily Saunders, Tsatsiye Lutsel K'e from 1:30-3:30pm. Seabridge gave a presentation that covered the project Catholique , Angie Lantz, Vanessa and the company; caribou, wildlife and archaeology as well as mitigation measures to Lantz, Sara Basil, Pierre Marlowe, protect them; and environmental baseline studies. A discussion followed. Stephanie Poole, Florence Catholique

3/15/2011 1:33 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Melissa MacKenzie 3/15/2011 2:35 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation At the LKDFN's request, Seabridge sent a letter to the LKDFN confirming it would reimburse the LKDFN for costs associated with the March 15, 2011 meeting in Lutsel K'e. 3/15/2011 3:57 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique , Sonya LKDFN sent draft meeting minutes to Rescan following the March 15th meeting with Almond Seabridge and thanked Seabridge for the fresh fruit. 3/16/2011 12:00 AM Letter Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephen Ellis LKDFN sent a letter to Seabridge following up on Seabridge's community visit. LKDFN Agreement Implementation noted it could not support the Project without an Exploration Agreement in place Office with the YKDFN and expressed concerns about their involvement in the EA.

3/16/2011 12:00 AM Letter Deninu Kue First Nation Rosie Bjornson, Louis Balsillie LKDFN sent a letter to Seabridge following up on Seabridge's community visit. LKDFN noted it could not support the Project without an Exploration Agreement in place with the YKDFN and expressed concerns about their involvement in the EA.

3/16/2011 12:00 AM Letter Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Antoine Michel LKDFN sent a letter to Seabridge following up on Seabridge's community visit. LKDFN noted it could not support the Project without an Exploration Agreement in place with the YKDFN and expressed concerns about their involvement in the EA.

3/16/2011 12:00 AM Letter Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack, Edward Sangris, Ted LKDFN sent a letter to Seabridge following up on Seabridge's community visit. LKDFN Tsetta noted it could not support the Project without an Exploration Agreement in place with the YKDFN and expressed concerns about their involvement in the EA.

Page 12 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 3/16/2011 8:48 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation James Marlowe The LKDFN followed up on Seabridge's offer to donate funds to the Lutselk'e men's hand games tournament. 3/16/2011 1:17 PM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole MVLWB sent the Board's response to the AIMAIO's March 10th letter to the the Agreement Implementation distribution list. The MVLWB offered to meet with the AIMAIO to discuss outstanding Office concerns pertaining to consultation. 3/16/2011 1:17 PM Email Denendeh National Office AFN Lee Mandeville MVLWB sent the Board's response to the AIMAIO's March 10th letter to the the Regional Office distribution list. The MVLWB offered to meet with the AIMAIO to discuss outstanding concerns pertaining to consultation. 3/16/2011 1:17 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique , Dora Enzoe MVLWB sent the Board's response to the AIMAIO's March 10th letter to the the distribution list. The MVLWB offered to meet with the AIMAIO to discuss outstanding concerns pertaining to consultation. 3/16/2011 1:17 PM Email Tlicho Government Kerri Garner, Edward Chocolate, MVLWB sent the Board's response to the AIMAIO's March 10th letter to the the Clifford Daniels, Alfonz Nitsiza distribution list. The MVLWB offered to meet with the AIMAIO to discuss outstanding concerns pertaining to consultation. 3/16/2011 1:17 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack MVLWB sent the Board's response to the AIMAIO's March 10th letter to the the distribution list. The MVLWB offered to meet with the AIMAIO to discuss outstanding concerns pertaining to consultation. 3/17/2011 4:07 PM Email Tlicho Government Jenny Mantla The Tli Cho Government responded to Rescan's offers of employment for the upcoming field season. 3/18/2011 8:31 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation James Marlowe Seabridge confirmed it would donate $1000 to the Lutselk'e men's hand game team.

3/18/2011 9:32 PM Fax Yellowknives Dene First Nation Ted Tsetta MVLWB confirmed receipt of the YKDFN's March 17th letter addressing the Board's decision on the LUP. The Board stated its decisions are final and the rationale had been provided. 3/19/2011 12:27 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation James Marlowe LKDFN confirmed payment details for Seabridge's donation to the men's hand games team. 3/31/2011 5:04 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond Rescan sent the summary of its Wildlife Research Permit application along with the full application for the NSMA's review. 3/31/2011 5:07 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Rescan sent the summary of its Wildlife Research Permit application along with the full application for the YKDFN's review. 3/31/2011 5:09 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan sent the application for a Wildlife Research Permit to the NSMA for review and comment. 3/31/2011 5:11 PM Email Tlicho Government Jolene Huskey Rescan sent Seabridge's application for the Wildlife Research Permit to the Tli Cho Government for review and comment. 4/1/2011 11:03 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Todd Slack, Seabridge sent a thank you letter to to the YKDFN Chiefs for meeting with Seabridge Edward Sangris, Ted Tsetta on March 10th along with a summary of the commitments each party made at the meeting. Seabridge committed to hosting the YKDFN on two site tours (spring, fall), a possible meeting between Seabridge's CEO and the Chiefs (fall), and the provision of draft meeting minutes. The YKDFN committed to an invitation to Seabridge to meet with the Elders.

4/4/2011 10:36 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, invited four members of the YKDFN to attend a site visit to Courageous Lake with Seabridge.

Page 13 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 4/4/2011 10:45 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Melissa MacKenzie Rescan discussed its need for field assistants with the YKDFN. 4/4/2011 10:47 AM Email Tlicho Government Jenny Mantla Rescan replied to an email from the Tli Cho Government requesting information about a contract for employment. Rescan stated it would need field assistants in the summer and would be in touch about a possible contract. 4/4/2011 10:52 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, sent draft meeting minutes to the YKDFN for its consideration. Rescan indicated it would be in touch about a site visit during the winter drilling program. 4/4/2011 12:25 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan shared draft meeting minutes from the Seabridge-NSMA meeting on March 10th and requested feedback. 4/4/2011 1:52 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond Rescan forwarded minutes from the Seabridge-LKDFN meeting on March 15th and requested to be informed should changes be necessary. 4/4/2011 2:04 PM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan shared draft meeting minutes from the March 14th meeting with Seabridge and the Tli Cho Government for the Tli Cho's review and comment. 4/6/2011 5:26 PM Email Tlicho Government Mark Fenwick, John B. Zoe, Ginger The Kwe Beh Working Group, an arm of the Tli Cho Government that manages Gibson, Laura Duncan relationships with mining companies in Mowhi Gogha De Niitl'ee, contacted Seabridge to introduce its organiziation. 4/11/2011 12:45 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming YKDFN confirmed its intent to proceed with the site tour and would confirm attendance. 4/11/2011 2:18 PM Email Tlicho Government Jenny Mantla Rescan suggested that the Tlicho Government hire field assistants to work with Rescan

4/13/2011 10:11 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Todd Slack, YKDFN responded in a letter to Seabridge's provision of its meeting notes resulting Edward Sangris from their March 10th meeting. YKDFN suggested a correction, discussed moving forward with the Exploration Agreement, and reiterated concerns. 4/13/2011 5:12 PM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan requested the Tli Cho Government to invoice Seabridge Gold directly for the costs associated with the community meeting, copying Seabridge on the communication. 4/14/2011 9:05 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming Rescan contacted the YKDFN to set up a spring site visit for members of the YKDFN.

4/14/2011 9:21 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Ernie Abel Rescan contacted the YKDFN to set up a spring site visit for four members of the YKDFN. 4/14/2011 2:12 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique , Sonya Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, requested that the LKDFN invoice Seabridge directly Almond for the costs of the meeting, and copied Seabridge on the message. 4/15/2011 11:31 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Ernie Abel, Kelly Cumming Rescan clarified site tour arrangements with the YKDFN. 4/15/2011 3:21 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming YKDFN and Rescan exchanged emails discussing site visit logistics for April 21st. 4/15/2011 5:18 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kate Kempton, Judith Rae INAC forwarded Seabridge the (March 31st) letter from YKDFN's legal counsel to MVLWB commenting on the issuance of the LUP to Seabridge. 4/18/2011 11:49 AM Email Tlicho Government Mark Fenwick WRRB shared its response to Rescan's Wildlife Research Permit application with ENR. WRRB requested the evaluation of results of the 2010 ground-based surveys and rationale for moving to remote digital cameras for providing information on caribou.

Page 14 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 4/19/2011 9:10 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming Rescan notified YKDFN that it needed confirmation about Seabridge's offer of a site visit. YKDFN responded that Council was no longer available for the visit, and inquired about alternative arrangements or a postponement. 4/20/2011 9:38 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming Rescan responded to the YKDFN's notification that Council could not attend Seabridge's porposed site visit and alternate arrangements needed to be made. 4/26/2011 4:47 PM Email Tlicho Government Mark Fenwick Rescan forwarded the letter its biologist prepared in response to the WRRB's letter to both the WRRB and ENR. 5/2/2011 12:00 AM Phone Call Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Rescan contacted the YKDFN to seek clarification regarding YKDFN's concerns about the ARI permit. 5/3/2011 10:11 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Bernice Marlowe Rescan asked a member of the Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation if Kevin Fatte would be interested in working on the project for a second summer. If he was not available, other members of the First Nation were invited to apply. 5/3/2011 12:11 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Bernice Marlowe Rescan offered summer employment to a member of the LKDFN to assist with field work. 5/5/2011 9:04 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Bernice Marlowe LKDFN responded to Rescan's offer of employment for a field assistant noting it would inquire and respond. 5/10/2011 11:21 AM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun, Earl Jacobson Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, contacted the NWTMN to offer a community visit from Seabridge in the spring or summer. 5/12/2011 1:50 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman ARI forwarded community comments on Application #1714 to Rescan. The Wek'eezhii Renewable Resources Board recommneded that the Tlicho Government, Lands Protection Department be consulted regarding conducting research with people in Tlicho communities. The YKDFN commented that the research questions should acknowledge subsistence harvesting uses in the Cgs. Lake area by the YKDFN and that prior to conducting direct research with community members, researchers should conduct secondary research first. YKDFN commented that YKDFN members were experiencing "question overload" and that the research team should focus on talking to new research participants. 5/12/2011 4:55 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Rescan thanked the YKDFN for its feedback on the ARI research permit and welcomed any suggestions to improve the survey related to subsistence harvesting and the survey in general. 5/16/2011 12:08 PM Email Tlicho Government Laura Duncan, Kerri Garner Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, sent a letter from Seabridge thanking the Tlicho Government for the information regarding the Kwe Beh Working Group. Seabridge stated it understood the Working Group represented the Tlicho on mining matters and is the channel for engagement with the Tlicho.

5/16/2011 12:30 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun, Earl Jacobson Rescan followed up with the NWTMN to arrange a meeting with Seabridge.

5/20/2011 10:44 AM Email Tlicho Government Nancy Rabesca, Henry Zoe Rescan confirmed it received the Tlicho's faxed invoice for the August 30, 2010 site visit the previous day. 5/24/2011 10:21 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman YKDFN (cc REscan) expressed uncertainty about research permit application reference number. 5/25/2011 1:22 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun, Earl Jacobson NWTMN stated it had not been able to organize dates for Seabridge to meet with them in their community.

Page 15 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 5/25/2011 2:17 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman YKDFN responded that it would like to discuss the survey (socio-ec or land use?) with Rescan and the following week was proposed. 5/26/2011 8:34 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre forwarded a copy of the LKDFN's letter written in response to the application for an Archaeology Permit. The LKDFN letter expressed concern about potential effects on artifacts and questioned the methodology for determining when an artifact would be removed if threatened by project activities.

5/31/2011 12:00 AM Phone Call Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Rescan phoned the YKDFN the last week of May/first week June 2011 (exact date unknown) to follow up on YKDFN comments on the ARI application. 6/6/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming Banci Consulting requested a meeting with the Elders Senate to discuss the TK project proposal.

6/6/2011 12:00 AM Email Tlicho Government Georgina Chocolate Banci Consulting requested a meeting with the Tli Cho TK researcher to discuss the TK project proposal. 6/6/2011 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Banci Consulting sent an update email to NSMA to discuss the schedule for meeting regarding the TK study. 6/9/2011 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Possible meeting dates. 6/13/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming Advise to meet with Elders Senate first and then Lands and Environment Director. Discussed contacts. 6/13/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Banci Consulting sent a follow up email to the YKDFN to request a meeting regarding the TK study. 6/13/2011 12:00 AM Email Tlicho Government Mark Fenwick Banci Consulting sent a follow-up email indicating no response and requesting correct person to talk to. 6/13/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming Banci Consulting sent a follow-up email to June 6 email sent requesting meeting elders senate to discuss TK project proposal. 6/13/2011 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Confirmation that Vivian would return with possible meeting date in near future to NSMA. 6/13/2011 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve NSMA provided "TK Study Detail" to Banci Consulting. 6/15/2011 12:00 AM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson Kwe Beh Working Group is appropriate contact and will be contacting Seabridge directly; doesn't want to deal with Banci Consulting first. 6/15/2011 12:00 AM Phone Call Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond Spicker GIS Services requested a meeting to discuss TK project proposal. 6/15/2011 2:48 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Antoine Michel, Tsatsiye Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, invited the LKDFN (any four representatives) on a site Catholique tour in August and requested that the invitation be forwarded to Chief Antoine Michel and requested a response by July 15th 2011. 6/15/2011 2:50 PM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan sent to the Tlicho community an invitation to visit the site. Rescan asked that Chief Erasmus be forwarded the invitation. 6/15/2011 2:52 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan sent an invitation to members of the North Slave Metis community to visit the project site. 6/15/2011 2:53 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming Rescan sent an invitation to the Yellowknives Dene First Nation (Dettah and N'Dilo) to invite them to visit the project site. 6/15/2011 2:56 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun, Earl Jacobson Rescan sent an invitation to the Northwest Territories Metis Nation to invite them to visit the project site.

Page 16 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 6/16/2011 12:00 AM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson Banci Consulting requested a meeting date and time with the Kwe Beh Working Group.

6/16/2011 9:37 AM Email Tlicho Government Kerri Garner, Laura Duncan, Mark The Kwe Beh Working Group requested that Seabridge engage the Tlicho for the Fenwick, Ginger Gibson purposes of commencing a TK study and stated that the Traditional Knowledge Research and Monitoring Program is the appropriate research organization to discuss this with. A meeting was requested. Seabridge thanked Kwe Beh for the clarification and stated its TK researcher would follow up with a meeting request.

6/16/2011 9:57 AM Email Tlicho Government Laura Duncan, Janita Etsemba Project extended invitation to members of the Tlicho community to visit the site. 6/17/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman YKDFN confirmed contact info. 6/17/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman YKDFN provided contact information. 6/17/2011 11:21 AM Email Tlicho Government Kerri Garner, Laura Duncan, Mark Kwe Beh Working Group asked Brent Murphy of Seabridge to contact them to discuss Fenwick, Ginger Gibson protocol for the TK study. 6/21/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Banci Consulting requested a meeting with YKDFN. 6/22/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Acknowledgment, suggest elders to talk to. 6/22/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Discussion about TK meeting. 6/27/2011 5:45 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve NSMA noted it was unavailable during the times Seabridge offered for the site tour and wondered about an alternate time. 6/29/2011 12:00 AM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson Banci Consulting offered additional information to Kwe Beh Working Group. 6/29/2011 3:41 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique LKDFN responded that it hoped to work with Rescan to get LKDFN representatives to the site tour suggested for August. LKDFN wondered why only four seats were reserved for the LKDFN as they would like to send a crew of elders, youth, TK knowledge holders, band council, and willdlife council to the site.

7/5/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Multiple emails discussing the arrangement of a TK meeting and on-site day to look at important sites; logistical discussions; will be week of August 8th. 7/5/2011 12:00 AM Phone Call Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique Spicker GIS Services followed up with a phone call to the one on June 15/11 as no email information was provided. 7/5/2011 9:30 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique Rescan replied to LKDFN to explain that for the next site tour only four LKDFN representatives could be accommodated. Rescan explained that the project was still at the conceptual phase. 7/5/2011 5:40 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Rescan forwarded previous correspondence to a representative of YKDFN, indicating an invitation to chiefs to visit the site in August. Previous correspondence from Rescan had gone to a team member who was no longer working for YKDFN.

7/6/2011 12:00 AM Phone Call Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique Spicker GIS Services phoned Phone call to get correct email address. Asked about WLE's availability on Aug. 8. 7/6/2011 9:24 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Representative of YKDFN acknowledged having forwarded to leaders of YKDFN a Rescan invitation to visit the Courageous Lake site. YKDFN representative also clarified ending date for work of Chief Sangris' assistant. 7/7/2011 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Arranging a meeting date for August 16 (2 emails). 7/7/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Banci Consulting followed up to see if he YKDFN had finalized dates and elders for TK study.

Page 17 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 7/7/2011 12:00 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique Indicated that week of Aug. 8/11 would not work because of annual Spiritual Gathering in Fort Reliance 7/8/2011 3:39 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Antoine Michel, Tsatsiye Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, extended an invitation to the LKDFN to participate in Catholique a site tour in late August or early September. 7/8/2011 3:43 PM Email Tlicho Government Laura Duncan, Ginger Gibson, Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, followed up on an its invitation for the Tli Cho to Janita Etsemba participate in a site tour late August or early September. 7/8/2011 3:44 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, followed up on the June 15th invite to members of the NSMA to participate in a site tour late August or early September. 7/8/2011 3:44 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Randy Freeman Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, followed up with the YKDFN to inquire about Seabridge's invitation for members of the YKDFN to participate in a site tour late August-early September. 7/8/2011 3:45 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun, Earl Jacobson Rescan, on behalf of Seabridge, followed up with the NWTMN regarding Seabridge's invitation for NWTMN representatives to participate in a site tour late August-early September. 7/8/2011 5:01 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun, Earl Jacobson Rescan re-sent an invitation to the NWTMN to a site visit late summer because Rescan had received an error message after the first send. 7/11/2011 12:00 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique Spicker GIS Services requested a meeting Aug. 17 with LKDFN. 7/14/2011 12:00 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique LKDFN informed Banci Consulting that the Band office wants the meeting Aug. 23. 7/15/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Vivian Banci followed up to see if YKDFN had finalized dates and elders. 7/15/2011 12:00 AM Phone Call Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique Rose Spicker called LKDFN to re-iterate that the meeting is for TK and is to be only with the WLE department not the band office. Told him that due to other commitments, Aug, 17 was the only one that would work npw work. Sent him a follow up email explaining this and asked for a final confirmation of the Aug. 17 meeting date.

7/18/2011 9:52 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve NSMA asked if it could send several people on an Aug 22nd site tour. 7/21/2011 4:20 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique Rescan followed up with the LKDFN on the status of Seabridge's invitation (June 15th, July 8th) for a site visit for community members. 7/21/2011 4:21 PM Email Tlicho Government Laura Duncan, Ginger Gibson, Rescan followed up with the Tlicho with regards to Seabridge's invitation (June 15th, Janita Etsemba July 8th) for community members to participate in a site visit. 7/21/2011 4:21 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Randy Freeman Rescan followed up with the YKDFN regarding Seabridge's invitation (June 15th, July 8th) for community members to participate in a site tour. 7/21/2011 4:21 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun, Earl Jacobson Rescan followed up with the NWTMN regarding the status of Seabridge's invitation (June 15th, July 8th) for community members to participate in a site tour. 7/21/2011 4:22 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson Rescan followed up with the NWTMN regarding Seabridge's invitation (June 15th, July 8th) for community members to participate in a site tour. 7/22/2011 9:50 AM Email Tlicho Government Laura Duncan, Clifford Daniels, Rescan and the Tlicho Government discuss meeting logistics for the July 25, 2011 site Henry Zoe, Janita Etsemba visit. 7/22/2011 12:17 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan confirmed the date of the NSMA site tour and requested participant details. 8/2/2011 10:50 AM Email Tlicho Government Laura Duncan, Janita Etsemba, Rescan followed up with the Tlicho to see if participant names and dates had been Clifford Daniels, Henry Zoe finalized for Seabridge's proposed site tour. Tlicho responded with seven tentative names.

Page 18 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 8/2/2011 10:53 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Randy Freeman Rescan followed up with the YKDFN (also June 15, July 8, and July 21) to see if any YKDFN members were interested in an August site tour. 8/2/2011 10:57 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique , Sonya Rescan inquired with LKDFN whether any members were interested in participating in Almond an August site tour. 8/2/2011 11:11 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming YKDFN responded to Rescan regarding Seabridge's invitation for a site visit and stated it would respond the following week after a councilor orientation. 8/2/2011 1:31 PM Phone Call Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson Rescan called to follow up with NWTMN regarding the upcoming Site Visit invitation.

8/2/2011 3:42 PM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba The Tlicho provided tentative site tour participant names and numbers, and Rescan asked which date they were considering. 8/2/2011 4:35 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun, Earl Jacobson Rescan followed up with the NWTMN regarding Seabridge's outstanding offer to host community members on a site visit. NWTMN replied it it should have a response in two weeks. 8/5/2011 3:23 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun, Earl Jacobson Rescan forwarded a letter from Seabridge to the NWTMN advising that a Rescan social scientist would be in touch to request the NWTMN's participation in interviews for 2011 baseline studies. 8/5/2011 3:25 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan forwarded a letter from Seabridge to the NSMA advising that a Rescan social scientist would be in touch to request the NSMA's participation in interviews for 2011 baseline studies. 8/8/2011 9:00 AM Phone Call Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba The Tlicho called to discuss site visit details with Rescan. 8/8/2011 10:10 AM Email Tlicho Government Laura Duncan, Clifford Daniels, Rescan responded to Tlicho's requested site tour date that the date had already been Henry Zoe, Janita Etsemba chosen by another group, and could another day work. 8/8/2011 10:46 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming Rescan updated the YKDFN about the available dates remaining for the site visit at the end of the month and requested confirmation if possible. 8/8/2011 10:48 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique , Sonya Rescan updated the LKDFN about the available site tour dates for late August as some Almond of the dates were already taken. 8/8/2011 10:49 AM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan and the Tli Cho discussed possible dates for the proposed Seabridge site tour.

8/9/2011 1:49 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Kelly Cumming, Randy Freeman Rescan responded to YKDFN's email from the previous day in which they noted they were not interested in a site tour at that time. Rescan explained the purpose of this proposed tour differed from the TK work and associated site visits. 8/9/2011 1:52 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Ernie Abel, Randy Freeman Rescan forwarded an email regarding a site tour for the YKDFN to another contact within the YKDFN due to change in YKDFN roles. 8/10/2011 1:00 PM Phone Call Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Rescan attempted to follow-up multiple times with the Lutsel K'e but could not get through. 8/12/2011 2:51 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun, Earl Jacobson NWTMN and Rescan discussed logistics for a site visit.

8/12/2011 3:00 PM Phone Call Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson NWTMN contact Rescan to confirm a date for the August Site Visit

8/13/2011 1:01 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond, Dora Enzoe, Ray LKDFN responded to Rescan stating it would provide confirmation about the invitation Griffith, Tsatsiye Catholique to participate in a site tour on the 15th.

Page 19 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 8/15/2011 12:00 AM Letter Deninu Kue First Nation Louis Balsillie NWT Treaty 8 Tribal Corporation sent a letter to the President of Seabridge informing the company that the Akaitcho Territory Dene First Nations have been negotiating a land, resource, and governance agreement with Canada and the territory that would encompass the area of the Project. The Tribal Corporation invited Seabridge to write a letter to government expressing its opinions on the economic climate of the NWT, and resource development in particular.

8/15/2011 12:00 AM Letter Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Antoine Michel NWT Treaty 8 Tribal Corporation sent a letter to the President of Seabridge informing the company that the Akaitcho Territory Dene First Nations have been negotiating a land, resource, and governance agreement with Canada and the territory that would encompass the area of the Project. The Tribal Corporation invited Seabridge to write a letter to government expressing its opinions on the economic climate of the NWT, and resource development in particular.

8/15/2011 12:00 AM Letter Yellowknives Dene First Nation Edward Sangris, Ted Tsetta NWT Treaty 8 Tribal Corporation sent a letter to the President of Seabridge informing the company that the Akaitcho Territory Dene First Nations have been negotiating a land, resource, and governance agreement with Canada and the territory that would encompass the area of the Project. The Tribal Corporation invited Seabridge to write a letter to government expressing its opinions on the economic climate of the NWT, and resource development in particular.

8/15/2011 12:39 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond, Dora Enzoe, Ray LKDFN proposed the site visit take place on August 31st. Griffith, Tsatsiye Catholique 8/15/2011 2:27 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun, Earl Jacobson Rescan requested a cost estimate from NWTMN for their participation in the site tour.

8/15/2011 3:29 PM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan provided meeting details to the Tlicho for the site visit on August 24th. 8/16/2011 9:44 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan provided meeting details for the site visit on August 22nd and requested confirmation of names and numbers. 8/16/2011 2:01 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Hugh McSwain, Sheryl Grieve Site tour logistics and request for participant names. 8/16/2011 2:17 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Tsatsiye Catholique , Dora Enzoe, Rescan proposed alternate dates for the LKDFN site tour. Ray Griffith 8/16/2011 2:26 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson NWTMN and Rescan discussed reimbursement policy for site tour participants.

8/16/2011 3:23 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson Site visit logistics- reimbursement for participants.

8/16/2011 3:55 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson, Ursula Vogt Site visit logistics.

8/17/2011 11:45 AM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson Site visit logistics- honoraria and reimbursement.

8/17/2011 2:30 PM Phone Call Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson The NWTMN confirmed that they would attend the site visit on August 23rd.

Page 20 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 8/17/2011 2:56 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond, Dora Enzoe, Ray Rescan and LKDFN discussed logistics for the site visit on August 25th, 2011. Griffith, Tsatsiye Catholique 8/18/2011 9:11 AM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson Travel logistics and reimbursement of costs for upcoming site visit.

8/18/2011 1:25 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Hugh McSwain, Sheryl Grieve 8/18/2011 2:12 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson, Bev Pischinger NWTMN confirmed site tour participants.

8/18/2011 2:29 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Hugh McSwain Site visit logistics. 8/19/2011 10:00 AM Email Tlicho Government Laura Duncan, Janita Etsemba, Rescan requested confirmation for the Tlicho participants for the August 24th site Clifford Daniels, Henry Zoe tour and the invoice for travel costs. 8/19/2011 12:23 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson NWTMN inquired about the itinerary for the upcoming site visit hosted by Seabridge. Rescan replied with a description of activities and the itinerary for the day.

8/19/2011 2:11 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson Site visit logistics.

8/21/2011 8:21 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Site visit logistics. 8/22/2011 12:00 AM Site Tour North Slave Metis Alliance Hugh McSwain, Ed Jones Seabridge hosted a 4 hour helicopter site tour to further familiarize Aboriginal groups with the Courageous Lake Project. Two representatives of the NSMA attended.

8/22/2011 4:10 PM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Site visit logistics. 8/22/2011 4:13 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson Rescan and NWTMN discussed logistics for upcoming site visit.

8/22/2011 4:22 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond, Dora Enzoe, Ray Site visit logistics. Griffith, Tsatsiye Catholique 8/22/2011 5:53 PM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan and the Tlicho discussed travel and honorarium logistics for the upcoming site tour. 8/23/2011 12:00 AM Site Tour Northwest Territory Metis Nation Wally Schumann, Tim Cardinal, Seabridge hosted a 4 hour helicopter site tour to further familiarize Aboriginal groups George Lafferty, Allan Heron, with the Courageous Lake Project. Six representatives of the NWTMN attended. Eddie Fabien, Archie Smith 8/23/2011 8:59 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond, Dora Enzoe, LKDFN advised Rescan it would provide the participants' names for the site visit later Tsatsiye Catholique that day. 8/23/2011 9:13 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond, Dora Enzoe, Rescan provided meeting up logistics to the LKDFN for the site tour and advised of Tsatsiye Catholique staff change. 8/23/2011 10:37 AM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson Rescan requested the NWTMN's invoice be sent to Seabridge.

8/23/2011 11:14 AM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Earl Jacobson NWTMN inquired who to invoice for expenses incurred for the site tour.

8/23/2011 11:28 AM Email Tlicho Government Janita Etsemba Rescan advised of change of staff and requested a list of attendees for the upcoming site tour. 8/23/2011 2:02 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond, Dora Enzoe, Ray LKDFN advised Rescan which of its members would attend the August 25th site visit Griffith and requested travel information.

Page 21 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 8/23/2011 2:09 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond, Dora Enzoe, Ray Rescan informed LKDFN of mneeting times for the site visit and mentioned change of Griffith staff. 8/24/2011 7:29 AM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Wally Schumann A NWTMN site tour participant thanked Seabridge for the site tour, stating it had been very informative. Seabridge responded in thanks and looked forward to future interactions. 9/7/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Banci Consulting discussed the Dene Mapping Project and utility for YK Dene TK study with the YKDFN. 9/7/2011 12:00 AM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson Banci Consulting provided a written brief introduction to the Project and our approach to TK research, including CVs for Rose Spicker and Vivian Banci. Requested potential meeting dates for later in month or October. 9/7/2011 12:00 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Florence Catholique, Sonya Almond Banci Consulting provided a written summary of August meeting discussion points, action items, and CVs for Rose Spicker and Vivian Banci. 9/7/2011 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Banci Consulting provided a written summary of August meeting discussion points, action items, and CVs for Rose Spicker and Vivian Banci. 9/7/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Banci Consulting provided a written summary of the August TK site tour and discussion points, action items, and CVs for Rose Spicker and Vivian Banci. 10/5/2011 5:23 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun Rescan followed up with the NWTMN (following a letter from Seabridge in August) requesting a meeting in Yellowknife regarding socio-economic studies. 10/5/2011 5:29 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan emailed the NSMA to follow up on an August letter from Seabridge notifying them that Rescan would be in contact to request NSMA's participation in socio- economic studies. Rescan suggested a meeting in Yellowknife. 10/6/2011 12:00 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond, Ray Griffith, Banci Consulting followed up with LKDFN regarding TK proposal. Florence Catholique, Tracey Williams 10/6/2011 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Banci Consulting followed-up on previous actions and requested in-person meeting with NSMA. 10/6/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Banci Consulting followed-up on previous actions; and requested in-person meeting with YKDFN. YKDFN responded with availability to meet next week.

10/6/2011 12:00 AM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson Kwe Beh Working Group and Banci Consulting discussed a possible meeting the following week. 10/7/2011 12:00 AM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson Banci Consulting and Kwe Beh Working Group exchange a few emails about setting up a TK proposal meeting. 10/7/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Banci Consulting proposed a TK study meeting with YKDFN. 10/7/2011 9:28 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve NSMA's suggested a meeting with Rescan in Victoria, BC in early November to discuss its participation in the socio-economic studies. 10/11/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Confirmation of travel and meeting plans. 10/13/2011 12:59 PM Email Tlicho Government John B. Zoe, Ginger Gibson, Kwe Beh Working Group commended Seabridge for meeting with them (via the TK Marjorie Matheson-Maund team) and invited Seabridge to the next Kwe Beh Working Group meeting (Nov. 18). Kwe Beh noted that the area of Seabridge's exploration program is a TK area. 10/13/2011 5:04 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan responded affirmatively to NSMA's suggestion to meet in Victoria and requested contact information.

Page 22 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 10/14/2011 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Banci Consulting followed up with the YKDFN reagarding TK work. 10/14/2011 12:00 AM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson Banci Consulting sent a thank you card to Kwe Beh Working Group. 10/14/2011 4:32 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan replied to NSMA's suggestion to meet in Victoria, BC in early November with a possible date. 10/20/2011 2:53 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun Rescan followed up with the NWTMN (earlier email, Oct. 5) regarding a request to discuss the socio-economic work plan and approach with the NWTMN. 10/20/2011 2:58 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan discussed meeting logistics with NSMA for a potential meeting in Victoria and offered to share information prior to the meetings. 10/21/2011 2:48 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan responded to NSMA's email to determine specific times on either the Thursday, November 10th or Monday, November 14th for a potential meeting in Victoria, BC. 10/21/2011 8:25 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve NSMA discussed meeting logistics with Rescan for a meeting in Victoria to discuss socio-economic requirements for the EA. 10/24/2011 11:33 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan confirmed a meeting with the NSMA in Victoria in November to discuss socio- economic requirements in the EA. 10/31/2011 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Spicker GIS Services contacted NSMA to discuss a TK study proposal. 11/2/2011 12:00 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Florence Catholique LKDFN emailed regarding TK work. 11/4/2011 12:00 AM Email Tlicho Government Marjorie Matheson-Maund Tlicho requested details on the TK work that Seabridge was proposing; had questions on timelines and budget; request for maps. 11/4/2011 3:37 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan confirmed its meeting with the NSMA the following week in Victoria. Rescan forwarded the meeting notes from the meeting with Seabridge in March, notes from the NSMA site tour in August, and several photos. 11/7/2011 9:18 AM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson Seabridge asked the Kwe Beh Working Group wheter the November 18th meeting was confirmed. 11/7/2011 11:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve NSMA responded with a potential meeting time and provided some information for the develoment of a TK study budget and work plan. 11/8/2011 3:26 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan inquired about changing the meeting time with NSMA member in Victoria, BC.

11/9/2011 10:12 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve NSMA confirmed meeting time with Rescan for following day in Victoria. 11/9/2011 4:12 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan contact provided NSMA contact with additional contact information prior to their meeting in Victoria. 11/10/2011 9:45 AM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephen Ellis Sonya Almond sent out a notification (to a mailing list) that Mr. Mike Tollis was the Agreement Implementation Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation's New Wildlife Director. Office 11/10/2011 9:45 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond Sonya Almond sent out a notification (to a mailing list) that Mr. Mike Tollis was the Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation's New Wildlife Director. 11/10/2011 9:45 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack, Ted Tsetta Sonya Almond sent out a notification (to a mailing list) that Mr. Mike Tollis was the Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation's New Wildlife Director. 11/10/2011 3:22 PM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson Kwe Beh Working Group confirmed a meeting time with Seabridge on November 18th, 2011. 11/14/2011 12:00 AM Email Tlicho Government Marjorie Matheson-Maund Banci Consulting discussed a meeting to talk about a TK study proposal with the Tlicho Government.

Page 23 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 11/14/2011 12:00 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Florence Catholique Banci Consulting suggested putting together a TK study proposal for LKDFN's review.

11/18/2011 10:15 AM Face to Face/Meetings Tlicho Government Kerri Garner, Henry Zoe, Clifford Seabridge gave a presentation on the Courageous Lake Project to the Kwe Beh Daniels, Alfonz Nitsiza, John B. Working Group in Yellowknife. Meeting participants asked many questions and Zoe, Ginger Gibson, Marjorie expressed concerns about caribou, including the effects of wind turbines (noise, Matheson-Maund, Sonny Zoe, Ted accidents, migratory route changes) on caribou. The group requested to be updated Blondin, Madeline Pasquayak regularly and a Chief wanted to talk about an exploration agreement.

11/18/2011 3:00 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Jeanette Lockhart Spicker GIS Services requested information about the nubmer of transcripts in a text document. 11/22/2011 12:00 AM Phone Call Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Jeanette Lockhart LKDFN contacted Spicker GIS Services to respond to earlier email request regarding number of transcripts. 11/23/2011 10:25 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Rescan (socio-ec) followed up with NSMA after their meeting on Nov. 10 and discussed deliverables. 11/28/2011 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve NSMA advised Banci Consulting that the TK discussions could not take place until the new year. 11/30/2011 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Banci Consulting discussed the preparation of a TK study proposal with NSMA for the new year. 12/1/2011 12:00 AM Letter Tlicho Government Brent Murphy from Seabridge Gold sent a letter address to Mr. Zoe and Ms. Gibson of the Kwe Beh Working Group, The letter was thanking them for the opportunity to meet with the Kwe Beh Working Group on Friday November 18, 2011. As well to mention the development at Courageous Lake and as part of the environmental baseline studies there will be a socio-economic study conmponent and we would be most grateful for any assistance you can give us.

1/30/2012 12:00 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Florence Catholique Banci Consulting contacted the LKDFN regarding the status of a proposal and offered to help expedite the process. 1/30/2012 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Banci Consulting contacted the NSMA regarding the status of a proposal and requested a meeting. 1/30/2012 12:00 AM Email Tlicho Government Marjorie Matheson-Maund Banci Consulting contacted the Tlicho Government regarding the status of a proposal. Vivian offered assistance in preparation. 1/30/2012 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Banci Consulting contacted YKDFN about the status of a study proposal and requested a phone conversation. 1/31/2012 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Mike Tollis asked Vivian Banci to forward a proposal to him again. 2/3/2012 2:27 PM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson, John B. Zoe Seabridge upddated the Kwe Beh Working Group about decision making on the project and opportunties for the Tlicho to be involved in baseline studies (especially country foods and caribou studies) and mine designing. 3/12/2012 12:00 AM Face to Face/Meetings Tlicho Government Marjorie Matheson-Maund 3 day meetings (March 12-14) with members of the Kwe Beh Working Group and the the Tlicho Government at the Tlicho government office, Yellowknife for TK "proposal development." 3/14/2012 5:53 AM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson, Henry Zoe Seabridge forwarded a press release to the Tlicho Government reagarding the 2012 exploration program. 4/9/2012 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Communications from Vivian Banci: April 2012 to June 2012 Please see spreadsheet attached

Page 24 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 4/9/2012 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Communications from Vivian Banci: April 2012 to June 2012 Please see spreadsheet attached 4/19/2012 9:46 AM Email Tlicho Government Kerri Garner WRRB provided ocmments on Rescan's Wildlife Research Permit. The Board requested to see the detailed 2012 work plan, a 2011 report, and additional information about the success of remote cameras to monitor caribou, and on nocturnal radar surveys for migratory birds study.

4/20/2012 12:18 PM Email Tlicho Government Kerri Garner Rescan provided a written response to the WRRB's comments on the Wildlfe Research Permit Application, clarifying that it had already submitted the 2012 work plan and that a copy of the 2011 baseline report would be provided once it was finalized. Rescan provided additional information about the use of remote camera studies and explained that the Canadian Wildlife Service had requested nocturnal radar studies to assess the potential effects of turbines on migratory birds.

4/23/2012 9:54 AM Email Tlicho Government Kerri Garner WRRB provided a written response to Rescan's letter of April 20th in which it provided additional information as per WRRB's request. WRRB noted its support for the Wildlife Research Permit provided that follow-up reports were provided (related to 2011 report on fieldwork). WRRB recommended that future applications contain more detailed information on research methods.

4/27/2012 12:00 AM Letter Tlicho Government Seabridge Gold with Rescan would like to take the opportunitiey to meet with the Kew Beh Working Group on Thursday, April 12, 2012 in Yellowknife. 4/27/2012 9:41 AM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson, Henry Zoe Seabridge re-sent two requests for meetings with the Tlicho Government (teleconference to discuss plans for socio-economic baseline work, and meeting of the Chiefs and Executive Council withe Seabridge's Executive Team. 5/15/2012 12:00 AM Letter Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole Seabridge Gold Inc is pleased to provide you with the 2011 Environmental Baseline Agreement Implementation reports for the Courageous Lake exploration property. We enclose a DVD containing Office baseline reports for the following disciplines: • Aquatic Resources: Surface Water and Sediment Quality • Aquatic Resources: Aquatic Biology • Fish and Fish Habitat • Archaeology • Wildlife • Terrain and Soils • Vegetation • Wetlands • Hydrology • Noise • Air Quality • Meteorology • Visual Quality

Page 25 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 5/15/2012 12:00 AM Letter Denendeh National Office AFN Sheila Reindeer Seabridge Gold Inc is pleased to provide you with the 2011 Environmental Baseline Regional Office reports for the Courageous Lake exploration property. We enclose a DVD containing baseline reports for the following disciplines: • Aquatic Resources: Surface Water and Sediment Quality • Aquatic Resources: Aquatic Biology • Fish and Fish Habitat • Archaeology • Wildlife • Terrain and Soils • Vegetation • Wetlands • Hydrology • Noise • Air Quality • Meteorology • Visual Quality

5/15/2012 12:00 AM Letter Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Ray Griffith Seabridge Gold Inc is pleased to provide you with the 2011 Environmental Baseline reports for the Courageous Lake exploration property. We enclose a DVD containing baseline reports for the following disciplines: • Aquatic Resources: Surface Water and Sediment Quality • Aquatic Resources: Aquatic Biology • Fish and Fish Habitat • Archaeology • Wildlife • Terrain and Soils • Vegetation • Wetlands • Hydrology • Noise • Air Quality • Meteorology • Visual Quality

Page 26 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 5/15/2012 12:00 AM Letter North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Seabridge Gold Inc is pleased to provide you with the 2011 Environmental Baseline reports for the Courageous Lake exploration property. We enclose a DVD containing baseline reports for the following disciplines: • Aquatic Resources: Surface Water and Sediment Quality • Aquatic Resources: Aquatic Biology • Fish and Fish Habitat • Archaeology • Wildlife • Terrain and Soils • Vegetation • Wetlands • Hydrology • Noise • Air Quality • Meteorology • Visual Quality

5/15/2012 12:00 AM Letter Northwest Territory Metis Nation Tim Heron Seabridge Gold Inc is pleased to provide you with the 2011 Environmental Baseline reports for the Courageous Lake exploration property. We enclose a DVD containing baseline reports for the following disciplines: • Aquatic Resources: Surface Water and Sediment Quality • Aquatic Resources: Aquatic Biology • Fish and Fish Habitat • Archaeology • Wildlife • Terrain and Soils • Vegetation • Wetlands • Hydrology • Noise • Air Quality • Meteorology • Visual Quality

Page 27 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 5/15/2012 12:00 AM Letter Tlicho Government Jolene Huskey Seabridge Gold Inc is pleased to provide you with the 2011 Environmental Baseline reports for the Courageous Lake exploration property. We enclose a DVD containing baseline reports for the following disciplines: • Aquatic Resources: Surface Water and Sediment Quality • Aquatic Resources: Aquatic Biology • Fish and Fish Habitat • Archaeology • Wildlife • Terrain and Soils • Vegetation • Wetlands • Hydrology • Noise • Air Quality • Meteorology • Visual Quality

5/15/2012 12:00 AM Letter Yellowknives Dene First Nation Edward Sangris Seabridge Gold Inc is pleased to provide you with the 2011 Environmental Baseline reports for the Courageous Lake exploration property. We enclose a DVD containing baseline reports for the following disciplines: • Aquatic Resources: Surface Water and Sediment Quality • Aquatic Resources: Aquatic Biology • Fish and Fish Habitat • Archaeology • Wildlife • Terrain and Soils • Vegetation • Wetlands • Hydrology • Noise • Air Quality • Meteorology • Visual Quality

Page 28 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 5/15/2012 12:00 AM Letter Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Seabridge Gold Inc is pleased to provide you with the 2011 Environmental Baseline reports for the Courageous Lake exploration property. We enclose a DVD containing baseline reports for the following disciplines: • Aquatic Resources: Surface Water and Sediment Quality • Aquatic Resources: Aquatic Biology • Fish and Fish Habitat • Archaeology • Wildlife • Terrain and Soils • Vegetation • Wetlands • Hydrology • Noise • Air Quality • Meteorology • Visual Quality

5/15/2012 12:00 AM Letter Yellowknives Dene First Nation Todd Slack Seabridge Gold Inc is pleased to provide you with the 2011 Environmental Baseline reports for the Courageous Lake exploration property. We enclose a DVD containing baseline reports for the following disciplines: • Aquatic Resources: Surface Water and Sediment Quality • Aquatic Resources: Aquatic Biology • Fish and Fish Habitat • Archaeology • Wildlife • Terrain and Soils • Vegetation • Wetlands • Hydrology • Noise • Air Quality • Meteorology • Visual Quality

6/6/2012 4:26 PM Email Rae-Edzo Metis Local #64 Stephanie Autut from Seabridge sends an email to Clint Ambrose with the AANDC stating that Rescan came upon an old drill hole in a creek bed about 200 m up gradient of Courageous Lake, we believe that work may have been done by EBA team during the winter of 2011, but are not sure. Rescan is going to do further investigation to determine its effects and will keep you update.

6/26/2012 1:03 PM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson On Thursday April 12, 2012 Seabridge Gold met with the Kwe Beh Working Group from 1:30pm till approximately 2:45pm at the Tlicho Office in Yellowknife. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the Courageous Lake project and update them on what has been going on. Stephanie Autut provided an overview of the project, proposed designed, and 2012 baseline studies. Also Vivan provided an overview of the Tradditional Knowldge study and what work has been done, and how the Tlicho can support her.

Page 29 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 7/17/2012 1:03 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis Stephanie Autut invited Chief Enzoe:and five other delegates to attend a site visit at Courageous Lake on August 27th, 2012. 7/17/2012 1:11 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve, Hugh McSwain Stephanie Autut sent a letter to Presdident Enge inviting him and five other delegates to attend a site visit at Courageous Lake on August 29, 2012. 7/17/2012 1:18 PM Email Akaitcho Territory Government Stephanie Autut invited President Villebrun and five other delegates to attend a site visit at Courageous Lake on August 31, 2012. 7/17/2012 1:18 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Chris Heron Stephanie Autut invited President Villebrun and five other delegates to attend a site visit at Courageous Lake on August 31, 2012. 7/17/2012 1:18 PM Email Akaitcho Territory Government Stephanie Autut invited President Villebrun and five other delegates to attend a site visit at Courageous Lake on August 31, 2012. Please RSVP to me directly by August 3, 2012. 7/17/2012 1:18 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Stephanie Autut invited President Villebrun and five other delegates to attend a site visit at Courageous Lake on August 31, 2012. Please RSVP to me directly by August 3, 2012. 7/20/2012 4:20 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Edward Sangris Stephanie Autut invited Chiefs Sangris and Tsetta to go to Courageous Lake camp to attend a site visit. 8/2/2012 4:25 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis 8/3/2012 3:14 PM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson, Henry Zoe Stephanie Autut from Seabridge and Andrew Robinson from Rescan had a teleconference with Ginger Gibson and Henry Zoe of the Kew Beh Working Group to discuss the Socio-economic proposal. 8/10/2012 12:00 AM Letter Tlicho Government Clifford Daniels, Eddie Erasmus Seabridge Gold Inc. (Seabridge) would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the meeting held on June 7, 2012 in Behchoko. Seabridge is committed to building and maintaining positive relationships in advance of, during and beyond the life of the mine. We are pleased to have had the opportunity to bring our Senior Executive Team to meet directly with you.

8/10/2012 12:00 AM Letter Yellowknives Dene First Nation Edward Sangris Seabridge Gold Inc. (Seabridge) would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the meeting held on June 7, 2012 in Ndilo. Seabridge is committed to building and maintaining positive relationships in advance of, during and beyond the life of the mine. We are pleased to have honoured the commitment made at our last face to face meeting in 2011 to bring our Senior Executive Team to meet directly with the Chiefs of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation (YKDFN).

8/10/2012 10:37 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve 8/10/2012 10:40 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Stephanie sent an email to Shannon Gault from the YKDFN to confirm their attendance list for the Courageous Lake site visit on August 28, 2012. She also stated that Seabridge would pay them an honorarium of 250 dolalrs to any attendee over the age of 65 years old.

8/10/2012 10:53 AM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun Stephanie Autut sent an email to President Villebrun letting her know the arrangements of the site visit. Also that a 250 dollar honorarium would be given to those over 65 years old who attend the site visit. As well other information regarding on the site visit

8/14/2012 11:28 AM Email Tlicho Government Marjorie Matheson-Maund, Petter Petter sends Vivian an email regarding the WCB cover of the elders. Jacobsen

Page 30 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 8/14/2012 11:41 AM Email Tlicho Government Petter Jacobsen, Marjorie The WCB documents and tha camp waiver are attached this time in the email. Matheson-Maund 8/14/2012 3:20 PM Email Tlicho Government Petter Jacobsen Petter would like to speak to Stephanie about the Tilcho Elders camp that will be taking place next week. 8/15/2012 3:41 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis A letter was sent to Mike Tollis letting him know that this Fall, Seabridge and Rescan will be meeting with several communities to conduct introductory discussions about socio-economic studies. We would like to invite the Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation to meet in order to discuss the following:

8/15/2012 3:46 PM Email Tlicho Government Petter Jacobsen 8/15/2012 3:56 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Stephanie sent a letter Sheryl from the NSMA to let her know that Rescan along with Seabridge would like them to know they will be coming to Yellowknife if the fall to do community visits. 8/16/2012 10:46 AM Email Tlicho Government Petter Jacobsen A Tlicho Elders camp will take place at Courageous Lake from August 19 for one week.

8/17/2012 2:14 PM Email Tlicho Government Petter Jacobsen Stephanie sent Petter and email letting him know if there is a medical emergency at camp they can do so from August 21 through 24. Also the camp manager is avaialble to help. 8/22/2012 8:26 AM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun Stephanie Autut sends and email to Shannon Gault, Sheryl Grieve, Sonya Almond, and President Betty Vilebrun to with attachements regarding a liability waiver for the site visits at Courageous Lake during the week of August 27. The forms need to be completed and emailed to Stephanie before anyone can attend the site visits.

8/23/2012 12:00 AM Phone Call Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Andrew Robinson called Mike Tollis of the Lutsel K;e Dene to follow up with the email that was send about the Socio-economic baseline work. 8/23/2012 10:03 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Andrew Robinson follows up with the letter that Stephanie Autu sent last week regarding Rescan and their role within the project and the socio-economic baseline work. Noted how Seabridge and Rescan will be meeting with serval of the communities this fall to conduct introductory discussions about socio-economic studies on the Courageous Lake Project.

8/23/2012 10:14 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Andrew Robinson follows up with the letter that Stephanie Autu sent last week regarding Rescan and their role within the project and the socio-economic baseline work. Noted how Seabridge and Rescan will be meeting with serval of the communities this fall to conduct introductory discussions about socio-economic studies on the Courageous Lake Project.

8/23/2012 10:24 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis Andrew Robinson follows up with the letter that Stephanie Autu sent last week regarding Rescan and their role within the project and the socio-economic baseline work. Noted how Seabridge and Rescan will be meeting with serval of the communities this fall to conduct introductory discussions about socio-economic studies on the Courageous Lake Project.

Page 31 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 8/23/2012 10:31 AM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun Andrew Robinson follows up with the letter that Stephanie Autu sent last week regarding Rescan and their role within the project and the socio-economic baseline work. Noted how Seabridge and Rescan will be meeting with serval of the communities this fall to conduct introductory discussions about socio-economic studies on the Courageous Lake Project.

8/23/2012 11:30 AM Phone Call Northwest Territory Metis Nation Andrew Robinson called President Betty Vilebrun from the Northwest Territory Metis Nation to follow up with the letter and email that was sent regarding the socio- economic baseline work. 8/23/2012 1:30 PM Phone Call Yellowknives Dene First Nation Andrew Robinson called Randy Freeman from the YK Dene to follow up on the Socio- economic baseline work, as well as the email that was sent out . 8/24/2012 1:19 PM Email Akaitcho Territory Government Stephanie asks all the aboriginal groups to provide delegate names by tomorrow for the manifest flights. 8/24/2012 1:19 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Sonya Almond Stephanie asks all the aboriginal groups to provide delegate names by tomorrow for the manifest flights. 8/24/2012 1:19 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Stephanie asks all the aboriginal groups to provide delegate names by tomorrow for the manifest flights. 8/24/2012 1:19 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun Stephanie asks all the aboriginal groups to provide delegate names by tomorrow for the manifest flights. 8/24/2012 1:46 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun Stephanie states it will be unfortunate not to meet President Villebrun, but looks forward to meeting her delegates. 8/28/2012 8:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Stephanie emailed Sheryl regarding the site tour that was going to happen on August 28, 2012. She notified Sheryl that she requires the names of her delegates by the end of today, or else the charter will be cancelled. 8/30/2012 9:03 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve Sheryl sent an email to Andrew Robinson of Rescan letting him know that a brief telephone call or meeting in Victoria is possible next week or there is also the ability to negoriate by email. 8/30/2012 12:47 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis, Florence Catholique Florence Catholique sent an email to Andrew Robinson recommending that this work be contracted out to a local. This way it is closer to home and could even be contacted through an organization. They would have to sit down with the company to determine the conditions of work.

9/1/2012 8:06 PM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson Stephanie sent Ginger Gibson an email regarding when the next Kew Beh Working Group meeting was going to take place. Also expressed that she would not be able to attend, however Marc Wen and Andrew Robinson from Rescan will be able to attend. Please let me know on what day the meeting will take place so that their travel arrangements can be made.

9/4/2012 5:38 PM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson Stephanie Autut emailed Ginger Gibson to confirm where the Kew Beh Working Group meeting would be taking place. Also that herself, Marc and Andrew look forward to working with the group next week. 9/5/2012 3:49 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Sheryl Grieve, Hugh McSwain Andrew Robinson asks Sheryl Grieve if she is available either Thursday or Friday for a phone call to discuss the Socio-economic baseline work.

Page 32 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 9/6/2012 9:03 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Hugh McSwain This email is to communicate that Rescan or Searbridge is to no longer contact Sheryl Grieves of the NSMA. Susan Enge will be the temporary contact and will be happy to discuss Courageous Lake Project with us. 9/11/2012 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Susan Enge Andrew contacted Susan Enge to indicate availability for a telephone conversation. Notified that Justine Townsend (Rescan) would attend the phone call as well. 9/11/2012 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Susan Enge Andrew Robinson replied to Susan Enge that he would keep dates open for a meeting, and would try and organize an in person meeting when he had more clarity on his travel itinerary. 9/11/2012 11:58 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Hugh McSwain Andrew Robinson will set up a phone conversation with Susan (NSMA) and have Justin Towesend (Rescan) attend as well, since she will be helping witht eh socio-economica baseline work. 9/11/2012 5:37 PM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Susan Enge Susan responded back to Andrew stating that September 24 would work well with her for a meeting, and it might be able to be done in person. 9/24/2012 12:00 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis Stephanie contacted Mike Tollis to clarify how to address emails from Florence Catholique relative to Seabridge's proposed work on the socio-ec baseline program. Indicated Seabridge's preference to deal directly with Mike Tollis unless directed in writing otherwise.

9/24/2012 1:45 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis Stephanie Autut sent an email to Mike Tollis asking if she could deal direcly with him, rather than dealing with Florence Catholique regarding the Lands Department I and the proposed work on the socio-ec baseline program. 9/24/2012 1:45 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Florence Catholique, Stephanie Florence Catholique was wondering about the following questions: Poole Did we get a date on this yet? Any dates to be recommended? Who would be in charge? Budget? Funds? Translations? etc., 9/26/2012 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Susan Enge Andrew Robinson thanked Eric and Susan for their follow-up email. Asked for clarification on who is the primary point of contact for the NSMA. 9/27/2012 12:00 AM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun, Chris Heron Andrew Robinson contacted President Betty Villebrun and Chris Heron re. follow-up to an email and discussion during the Courageous Lake site visit a month earlier. Indicated willingness to meet with the NWTMN to discuss implementing work. Requested a phone call to discuss next steps.

9/27/2012 12:00 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Andrew Robinson followed up on an email to Randy Freeman with respect to discussion to meet with Chief and Council to discuss socio-ec baseline work. Asked availibility to discuss potential timelines/next steps. 9/27/2012 12:00 AM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole Andrew Robinson followed up with Mike Tollis about previous email, wondering if he Agreement Implementation adequately answered questions. Requested opportunity to discuss the information Office provided to date, as well as any questions. Asked availability for a phone call. 9/27/2012 12:00 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis, Florence Catholique Andrew Robinson followed up with Mike Tollis about previous email, wondering if he adequately answered questions. Requested opportunity to discuss the information provided to date, as well as any questions. Asked availability for a phone call. 9/27/2012 12:00 AM Email Akaitcho Interim Measures Stephanie Poole Andrew Robinson forwarded an email to Sonya Almond, as per Mike Tollis' out-of- Agreement Implementation office response. The inital email expressed Rescan's desire to meet with Chief and Office Council, as well as Mike Tollis and other representatives of the LKDFN to discuss how to implement work.

Page 33 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 9/27/2012 12:00 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis, Sonya Almond, Andrew Robinson forwarded an email to Sonya Almond, as per Mike Tollis' out-of- Florence Catholique office response. The inital email expressed Rescan's desire to meet with Chief and Council, as well as Mike Tollis and other representatives of the LKDFN to discuss how to implement work.

9/27/2012 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Susan Enge Andrew thanked Eric and Sheryl for clarifying who is point of contact, and indicated availability for a telephone conversation. 9/27/2012 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Susan Enge Eric Binion confirmed that he is the point of contact for Seabridge’s socio-economic baseline work. 9/27/2012 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Bill Enge Sheryl Grieve provided information to Andrew and Stephanie regarding reason for her absence, and direction as to who is responsible for specific work flows. 9/27/2012 12:00 AM Email North Slave Metis Alliance Bill Enge Stephanie Autut replied to Sheryl Grieve, confirming Sheryl and Eric Binion's roles and point of contact info. 9/28/2012 12:00 AM Phone Call Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Andrew Robinson had a conversation with Randy Freeman of YKDN on September 28 (can’t recall the time). Mr. Freeman noted that: • It would be very difficult to get onto the agenda for a formal meeting with Chief and Council. He recommends that Rescan/Seabridge meets with band staff to explain the process and procedure for baseline studies and then C&C would be briefed by staff. This meeting would be attended by Chief Sangris’ EA. • Andrew noted that could work well, though wanted to ensure that this would not be interpreted as circumventing protocol. • Mr Freeman noted that it would not be circumventing as long as the EA was in attendance. He noted there had been criticism of past companies in terms of baseline studies and this seemed like a more inclusive approach. • He noted that he was aware of an ongoing discussion with respect to the Exploration Agreement, but did not know if an IBA discussion had started. He would follow-up with Chief Sangris on October 1 and ask for the direction on the way forward as he wanted to make sure that baseline meetings would not affect parallel discussions with Seabridge.

Page 34 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 10/4/2012 12:00 AM Letter Tlicho Government Sonny Zoe, Ginger Gibson, Henry Letter from Stephanie Autut to Sonny Zoe, thanking for the opportunity to meet with Zoe the Kwe Beh Working Group and representatives of the Tlicho Government on Friday September 14, 2012 in Edmonton.

Key points taken away from the meeting: - main points of contact with the Kwe Beh Working Group going forward are Henry Zoe and members of the Lands Committee through Kerri Garner. • Community engagement, notably in Wekweeti, is required prior to any research being implemented. Efforts are to be coordinated with Chief Football. • Following engagement, community research should begin in Wekweeti. All Tlicho community visits should be coordinated with each Chief and the Chief needs to be visited first prior to any work or engagement taking place in the community. • Socio-economic researchers will collaborate with local, community-based researchers. The work program should clearly emphasize that the data gathering is community-based in order to focus on community effects. Translation and project maps are required. • Focus group interviews with youth, as opposed to individual interviews, are strongly recommended. • Proposed key community informants include: individuals in the Tlicho government, Career Development Officers and Managers, Tlicho Community Services Agency, Health and Social Services staff, and the Healing Wind Advisory Group. Kwe Beh Working Group and community leadership will advise on additional people to interview.

Prior to initiating the work program and engaging the communities, Seabridge require some additional information. Specifically: 1. Contact information for Chief Football, Chief Daniels, Chief Chocolate and Chief Nitsiza. 2. Recommendations and any contact information for local researchers, including CART, with whom to collaborate in the communities. 3. Guidance with respect to timelines and/or any periods to avoid for community research.

10/4/2012 12:00 AM Letter Tlicho Government Sonny Zoe Thank you very much for the opportunity to meet with the Kwe Beh Working Group and representatives of the Tlicho Government on Friday September 14, 2012 in Edmonton. We appreciated the opportunity to discuss the proposed approach for socio-economic baseline work with the Tlicho communities and receive guidance from the group.

10/9/2012 3:46 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Andrew Robinson sent an email to Randy Freeman about meeting with Chief Sangris to discuss the socio-economic baseline work, and how the progress was going.

10/9/2012 3:52 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Chris Heron, Betty Villebrun, Tim Andrew Robinson sent an email to President Villebrun and Mr. Heron following up with Heron the socio-economic baseline work with the NWT Metis Nation. When they would be available to discuss the next steps.

Page 35 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 10/10/2012 12:00 AM Email Tlicho Government Henry Zoe Gloria Trujillo (on behalf of Brent Murphy) emailed a news release to Henry Zoe, reporting the drilling results from the first five holes at Courageous Lake. 10/11/2012 10:00 AM Phone Call Northwest Territory Metis Nation Tim Heron Andrew Robinson from Rescan spoke with Tim Heron of the NWTMN earlier this morning. He noted that leadership had limited experience with socio-economic studies and were confused as to the request. I provided an overview of what a socio- economic study entails and what this means for proponents, regulators and communities. He seemed to focus on aspects of community readiness with respect to their labour force skill set. He was very receptive and appreciated the detail provided. He will be meeting with Betty Villebrun tomorrow to discuss next steps and NWTMN involvement.

10/12/2012 12:18 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Andrew Robinson lets Randy Freeman know that we will be available during the week of November 12, 2012 for a potential visit with the YK Dene. 10/16/2012 6:38 AM Email Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson Gloria sent information to Dr. Gibson regarding the news release about Seabridge’s Walsh Lake Discovery. 10/16/2012 6:38 AM Email Tlicho Government Henry Zoe Gloria sent information to Mr. Zoe regarding the news release about Seabridge’s Walsh Lake Discovery. 10/17/2012 4:32 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis Mike Tollis sends an email to Stephanie Autut and Andrew Robinson, regarding the Socio-economic baseline work and would like to know what information has been gathered in other communities. Also if there's potential for this information to be useful outside of Seabridge and I want to know if there are plans to work with the data further. If there may be any opportunities for local employment as well.

10/18/2012 10:50 AM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Andrew Robinson is confirming with Randy Freeman to see if there is a date that they can meet up and plan something for the Socio-economic baseline, before the new year comes. 10/18/2012 2:46 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Andrew sent an email to Randy Freeman asking him if early December would work to meet or else next year in January at the beginning of the month. 10/18/2012 4:25 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis Andrew Robinson sends an email to Mike Tollis regarding the Socio-economic baseline work that they would like to implement between Novemeber 2012 and Februaray 2013. The work include ground-truthing (confirming or denying) information that was found through public sources.

10/25/2012 3:28 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis Mike Tollis from the LK Dene sent and email to Andrew Robinson saying he would bring up this information at the next chief and council meeting to see how they would like to proceed with the research. 10/30/2012 1:46 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis Stephanie Autut sent and email to Mike Tollis letting him know that Seabridge Gold will be providing an udpate on the 2012 exploration program regarding an amendment request to be put forth to the MVLWB. 10/30/2012 1:56 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Tim Heron Stephanie Autut sent an email to Tim Heron letting him know that Seabridge Gold will be providing an update on our 2012 exploration program as well as details regarding an amendment request to be put forth to the MVLWB. 10/30/2012 1:58 PM Email Tlicho Government Henry Zoe, Ginger Gibson Stephanie Autut sent an email to Henry letting him know that Seabridge Gold will be providing an update on our 2012 exploration program as well as details regarding an amendment request to be put forth to the MVLWB.

Page 36 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 11/2/2012 10:09 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Florence Catholique Andrew sent a response to Florence, thanking her for her email. Also Andrew agrees that a face-to-face meeting is ideal.

I would like to work within a timeframe that is agreeable to Lutsel K’e. If you prefer, we could also have a telephone conversation to discuss this in more detail. Would that work? I hope that the information I provided to Mike (below) was useful, but I’m sure you would like additional information which I am happy to provide.

11/2/2012 2:13 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Florence Catholique Florence to try and set up a meeting with Andrew at Rescan either the first or second of December is okay with me. Please note that LKDFN Adm. Offices all close starting Dec. 16/12 and stays close for 2 wks. During this time most people travel outside the community for holidays.

11/5/2012 11:49 AM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis Stephanie sent an response to Mike regarding his matter in June about his concerns about LKDFN capacity to develop a TK proposal for the benefit of Seabridge Gold and indicated that the best use of TK information for Seabridge would be for the WLED to inform the environmental design of the project and the monitoring programs as part of the EA process moving forward.

11/5/2012 5:12 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Stephanie sent and email to Randy in correspondece with Chief Sangris related to the Courageous Lake site visit held in late August. Apologies for the delayed response.

11/5/2012 5:14 PM Email Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis Stephanie sent an email to Mike Tollis for correspondence for Chief Enzoe in relation to the Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation site visit to Courageous Lake. 11/5/2012 5:17 PM Email Northwest Territory Metis Nation Betty Villebrun, Tim Heron Stephanie sent a letter to President Villebrun following up to the site visit that were held in August 2012. 11/5/2012 6:28 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman, Ernie Abel Randy Freeman sent Stephanie an email about Chief Sangris and Chief Tsetta are available, and Ernie Able, Chief Tsetta’s EA has confirmed, that they are booked to hear an update by Seabridge Gold June 7th at 9:30 in the second floor board room of the Det’on Cho Building in Ndilo.

11/6/2012 1:25 PM Email Tlicho Government Kerri Garner Jody Snoretland Pellissey sent an email to Stephanie stating that she would like to thank Seabridge Gold Inc for its financial contribution. All funding partners will be acknowledged during the Gathering as well as provided with a final report, detailing the Gathering and its outcomes.

11/6/2012 1:25 PM Email Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Jody Snoretland Pellissey sent an email to Stephanie stating that she would like to thank Seabridge Gold Inc for its financial contribution. All funding partners will be acknowledged during the Gathering as well as provided with a final report, detailing the Gathering and its outcomes.

11/8/2012 2:00 PM Phone Call Yellowknives Dene First Nation Randy Freeman Stephanie placed call as per notification in October 30, 2012 correspondence to Chief Sangris. Reception put Stephanie through to Randy’s voicemail and Stephanie left a lengthy message advising Randy that on November 9, 2012 Seabridge will be submitting a LUP application and supporting documentation with the MVLWB and if they wish to discuss the changes being requested by Seabridge and/or the new application that they could contact her at any time.

Page 37 of 38 Appendix 7-5. Engagement Records for Aboriginal Organizations Communication Date Communication Method Stakeholder Group Name Stakeholder Group Contacts Communication Summary 11/8/2012 2:30 PM Phone Call Tlicho Government Henry Zoe Stephanie called Henry Zoe as per notification in October 30, 2012 correspondence to Tlicho Government and Stephanie left a voice mail letting Henry know he can call her at any time to discuss the changes being requested by Seabridge and/or the new application to the MVLWB.

11/8/2012 2:30 PM Phone Call Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Mike Tollis Stephanie placed call as per notification in October 30, 2012 correspondence to Chief Enzoe. LKDFN employee put Stephanie through to Mike’s assistant Sonia in Mike’s absence. Stephanie provided an opportunity for Sonia to ask questions, but she was not prepared to do so. Stephanie might expect a return call from Mike Tollis.

11/8/2012 3:00 PM Phone Call Tlicho Government Ginger Gibson, Henry Zoe Stephanie placed call as per direction provided by Henry Zoe, Kwe Beh Working Group, Tlicho Government. Stephanie left a voicemail and stated that they could call her at any time if they wished to discuss the changes being request by Seabridge and/or the new application to the MVLWB.

11/8/2012 3:00 PM Phone Call North Slave Metis Alliance Susan Enge Stephanie placed follow up call as per the correspondence issued to NSMA on October 30, 2012. Upon entering the phone directory and seeking Sheryl’s extension, Stephanie was advised that the mailbox would not accept messages. However she spoke to Susan Enge and advised her of the following that on November 9, 2012 Seabridge will be submitting a LUP application and supporting documentation with the MVLWB and if they wish to discuss the changes being requested by Seabridge and/or the new application that they could contact her at any time.

11/8/2012 3:30 PM Phone Call Northwest Territory Metis Nation Tim Heron Stephanie placed a follow up call to the NWTMN as per the correspondence dated October 30, 2012. Reception answered Stephanie’s call and advised that Tim was out of the office and not returning until November 9, 2012. Stephanie asked to leave a message on his voicemail and was advised that was not an option. Stephanie left her contact information with Reception and advised that she was calling in reference to the October 30, 2012 correspondence. Stephanie asked that he return her call.

11/8/2012 3:30 PM Phone Call North Slave Metis Alliance Susan Enge Stephanie received a call from Eric at the North Slave Metis Alliance following the previously placed follow up call to Sheryl Grieve/Susan Enge. Eric asked about the possibility of a face to face meeting on Tuesday November 13 at 2:00 pm. Stephanie indicated she was happy to meet. Eric wanted to discuss the proposed changes so that he could get up to speed on the file as well as get a status update on the proposed socio-economic baseline work and the status of the Traditional Knowledge Study.

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Kwe Beh Working Group Tlicho Government Box 412 Behchokö, NT X0A 0Y0

Attention: Mr. Henry Zoe, Senior Community Director

Dear Mr. Zoe:

Re: Courageous Lake Project and Socio-Economic Baseline Studies with the Tlicho

Thank you very much for the opportunity to meet with the Kwe Beh Working Group on Thursday, April 12th 2012 in Yellowknife.

As mentioned at the meeting Seabridge Gold Inc. (Seabridge) is exploring the possibility of developing the Courageous Lake Project located 240 kilometres northeast of Yellowknife, NT. Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. (Rescan), our environmental consultant, is conducting baseline studies for this project in preparation for the environmental assessment process. As a component of the environmental assessment process, socio-economic studies focusing on the potential social and economic change of a region are important. In June 2011, the Aurora Research Institute (ARI) granted Rescan a research licence to conduct socio-economic studies for the project.

Seabridge seeks to ensure a thorough and well developed environmental assessment and to fully understand how developing the project could potentially affect Tlicho communities and their members. Desk-based research completed to date has revealed that certain communities are undergoing important socio-economic changes. We, therefore, respectfully request the participation of your Working Group to work with Tlicho communities and their members in our socio-economic studies so that results truly reflect local conditions and the opinions of local residents.

Examples of the information required for these studies include: • Community and labour force demographics • Any new community business formations or activities • Types of education, training, social and recreational services and infrastructure available in the communities • Types of health and emergency services available, as well as any trends and issues • The role of non-wage, land-based activities for community members • Data relating to social capital and cohesion (specifically; cultural and traditional activities, language use, housing and family well-being) Our interest is in getting the best and most accurate information from each community to ensure that the Tlicho’s interests and concerns are appropriately recorded for submission within our reports.

At this time, we hope to be able to start engaging with the communities in June. Mr. Andrew Robinson, a Social and Economic Scientist with Rescan, will be taking the lead on this work and I would like to request a few moments of your time at your earliest convenience to introduce you to him via teleconference, to discuss the protocol and process of doing this work and to address any questions you may have.

Also mentioned at the meeting earlier this month was the desire to have Seabridge’s President, Rudi Fronk and Chief Operating Officer, Jay Layman meet with the Chiefs and the Executive Council during their visit to Yellowknife on June 7, 2012.

Thank you for your time and consideration of these two requests. We look forward to developing a cooperative and respectful working relationship. Please contact me at your convenience at [email protected] to confirm both the teleconference and the proposed meeting on June 7, 2012 or should there be questions regarding this request or the Courageous Lake Project in general.

Sincerely,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs - NT cc: Ginger Gibson, Kwe Beh Working Group Andrew Robinson, Rescan Marc Wen, Rescan

August 10, 2012

Yellowknives Dene First Nation P.O. Box 2514 Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P8

Attention: Chief Edward Sangris (Dettah)

Dear Chief Sangris:

Seabridge Gold Inc. (Seabridge) would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the meeting held on June 7, 2012 in Ndilo. Seabridge is committed to building and maintaining positive relationships in advance of, during and beyond the life of the mine. We are pleased to have honoured the commitment made at our last face to face meeting in 2011 to bring our Senior Executive Team to meet directly with the Chiefs of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation (YKDFN).

In addition to making the necessary introductions at the senior level, our intent was also to provide a verbal update of the Courageous Lake Project and address any questions that may have been raised. Throughout the course of these discussions and presentations, your key questions and concerns were focused on the following areas of interest:

• Location of Project within Traditional Drygeese Territory • Community Engagement • Caribou • Traditional Knowledge • Archaeology • Business Opportunities • Exploration Agreement • Seabridge-Corporate Responsibilities

Throughout the course of these discussions, Seabridge committed to the following:

1. Review the Exploration Agreement and put forward proposed revisions for consideration by the YK Dene. An update on this agreement will be provided to you by the end of August. 2. Meet in Toronto to discuss the Exploration Agreement – July 17, 2012 (now deferred to September 2012, or at a date convenient to you in either Toronto or Yellowknife). 3. Work with the YKDFN in arranging for a site visit for leaders and/or their respective delegates. 106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

4. Follow up with the YKDFN on the status of the TK Study proposal. 5. Work with the YKDFN in arranging for community engagement sessions, as required, as the Project moves forward.

Seabridge has yet to receive a proposal from you regarding the TK Study and we are requesting by way of this letter that you provide us with your decision to act on this or not.

As part of our baseline work relative to Socio-economics, we will be contacting you shortly to discuss our plans for this work and to identify our needs moving forward with respect to community engagement.

Seabridge once again thanks you for the invitation to meet at the senior level. We believe these discussions were mutually beneficial and informative and we look forward to advancing a positive working relationship with the YKDFN.

If you require any information pertaining to the Courageous Lake Project, please do not hesitate to contact our Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT, Ms. Stephanie Autut, by email at [email protected] or by phone at (780) 242-8557.

Sincerely,

Brent Murphy, MSc., P. Geol. Vice President, Environmental Affairs cc: Randy Freeman – Director, Lands Management, YKDFN Stephanie Autut - Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT, Seabridge

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

August 15, 2012

Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation PO Box 28 Lutsel K’e, NT X0E 1A0

Attention: Mike Tollis – Wildlife, Lands and Environment Manager

Dear Mr. Tollis

Re: Courageous Lake Project Socio-economic Baseline

As you are aware, Seabridge Gold Inc. (Seabridge) is exploring the possibility of developing the Courageous Lake Project located 240 kilometres northeast of Yellowknife, NT. Rescan Environmental Services Ltd. (Rescan), our environmental consultant, is conducting baseline studies for this project in preparation for the environmental assessment process. As a component of the environmental assessment process, socio-economic studies focusing on the potential social and economic change of a region are important. In June 2011, the Aurora Research Institute (ARI) granted Rescan a research licence to conduct socio-economic studies for the project. This research licence was renewed in 2012.

Seabridge seeks to fully understand how developing the project could potentially affect communities and their members to ensure a thorough and well developed environmental assessment. We, therefore, respectfully request the participation of your community and its members in our socio-economic studies so that results truly reflect local conditions and the opinions of local residents.

This Fall, Seabridge and Rescan will be meeting with several communities to conduct introductory discussions about socio-economic studies. We would like to invite the Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation to meet in order to discuss the following:

 protocol for working with the Lutsel K’e Dene;  opportunities to interview community members (e.g. service providers and land users); and  timelines for completing this study.

Mr. Andrew Robinson and Ms. Justine Townsend, Social and Economic Scientists with Rescan, will be in touch with you within the next week to discuss the process of doing this work. We would be most grateful for any assistance you can give them. Thank you for your time and

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

2 consideration of this request and we look forward to developing a cooperative and respectful working relationship. Please contact me at your convenience should there be questions regarding this request or with respect to the Courageous Lake Project in general.

Sincerely,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs - NT

August 15, 2012

North Slave Métis Alliance 32 Melville Drive, PO Box 2301, Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P7

Attention: Sheryl Grieve, Environment and Resource Manager

Dear Ms. Grieve:

Re: Courageous Lake Project Socio-Economic Baseline

Seabridge seeks to fully understand how developing the project could potentially affect communities and their members to ensure a thorough and well developed environmental assessment. We, therefore, respectfully request the participation of the North Slave Métis Alliance (NSMA) and its members in our socio-economic studies so that results truly reflect local conditions and the opinions of local residents.

This Fall, Seabridge and Rescan will be meeting with several communities to conduct introductory discussions about socio-economic studies. We would like to invite the NSMA to meet in order to discuss the following:

 protocol for working with the NSMA;  opportunities to interview NSMA members (e.g. service providers and land users); and  timelines for completing this study.

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

Sincerely,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs - NT

August 14, 2012

Northwest Territories Métis Nation PO Box 720 206 McDougal Rd. Fort Smith, NT X0E 0P0

Attention: Betty Villebrun - President

Dear Ms. Villebrun:

Re: Courageous Lake Project Socio-Economic Baseline

Seabridge seeks to fully understand how developing the project could potentially affect communities and their members to ensure a thorough and well developed environmental assessment. We, therefore, respectfully request the participation of the Northwest Territories Métis Nation (NWTMN) in our socio-economic studies so that results truly reflect local conditions and the opinions of local residents.

This Fall, Seabridge and Rescan will be meeting with several communities to conduct introductory discussions about socio-economic studies. We would like to invite the NWTMN to meet in order to discuss the following:

 protocol for working with NWTMN;  opportunities to interview members of the NWTMN (e.g. land users); and  timelines for completing this study.

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

Sincerely,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs - NT

August 15, 2012

Yellowknives Dene First Nation PO Box 2514 Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P8

Attention: Randy Freeman – Director, Lands Management

Dear Mr. Freeman

Re: Courageous Lake Project Socio-Economic Baseline

Seabridge seeks to fully understand how developing the project could potentially affect communities and their members to ensure a thorough and well developed environmental assessment. We, therefore, respectfully request the participation of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation and its members in our socio-economic studies so that results truly reflect local conditions and the opinions of local residents.

This Fall, Seabridge and Rescan will be meeting with several communities to conduct introductory discussions about socio-economic studies. We would like to invite the Yellowknives Dene First Nation to meet in order to discuss the following:

 protocol for working with the Yellowknives Dene First Nation;  opportunities to interview members (e.g. service providers and land users); and  timelines for completing this study.

106 Front Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1E1 Telephone: (416) 367-9292 Facsimile: (416) 367-2711 [email protected]

Sincerely,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs - NT

October 30, 2012 Via electronic mail at [email protected]

Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation Wildlife, Lands and Environment Department PO Box 28 Lutsel K'e, NT X0E 1A0

Attention: Mike Tollis – Wildlife, Lands and Environment Manager

Dear Mike:

Re: Courageous Lake Project: Update and Application for Amendment – Seabridge Gold Inc. – MV2010C0046

5073 N.W.T. Inc (Seabridge) would like to provide you with an update of our work at Courageous Lake. Our summer drill program was completed on September 10, 2012 and camp officially closed for the season on October 17, 2012. Details of the 2012 program include:

Exploration Drilling  total of 19,556 m

Geotechnical (including  Site investigations along the proposed Matthews Creek diversion 14 boreholes) channel alignments, the alternate process plant site and at the proposed airstrip extension.  Geophysical surveys along the proposed Matthews Creek diversion channel alignments, and at various key infrastructure locations.  Bathymetry surveys of the west and east basins of Courageous Lake  Prefeasibility design of airstrip  Prefeasibility design of mine rock and tailings storage facility  Prefeasibility design of surface water management infrastructure  Preliminary work on Matthews Creek diversion channel assessment  Preliminary design of salt storage facility  Walkover survey of Matthews Creek  East Wall Stability Analysis  Study on potential blasting impacts on local fish populations

Geochemical,  Westbay field program including analysis and reporting Hydrogeological  Predicted groundwater flow quality and quantity and  Hydrogeological modeling – quantity and TDS/Chloride Hydrodynamics  Sensitivity modeling  Hydrodynamic modeling to simulate a discharge of mine water to the East Basin of Courageous Lake  Metal leaching and acid rock drainage characterization using spatial analysis of ML/ARD, humidity cells, barrel tests and tailings characterization

Environmental  Work continued on the following baseline programs (year 3)

o Aquatics – water quality sampling at 27 lakes and 12 stream sites

o Fish and fish habitat – focused on fully describing habitat use, timing and behaviour of spawning/spawners migratory patterns and productive capacity of Matthews Creek

o Hydrology – monitoring of hydrometric stations, hydraulic geometry surveys, lake level monitoring, shoreline profile surveys, bathymetric surveys, measurement of winter snowpack at key locations

o Terrestrial ecology – vegetation and soil surveys conducted to confirm satellite data collected to date; soil surveys to assess the erodibility and salvage suitability of soils; collection of vegetation tissue and soils to determine baseline levels of metal concentrations;

o Wildlife – caribou monitoring between June and September; grizzly bear hair collection for DNA analysis; 60 cameras deployed on the tundra to record images of wildlife; radar survey for migratory birds was conducted in May; aerial surveys for caribou in May and September

o Archaeology – assessments undertaken on north side of Courageous Lake and around the Walsh Lake area;

o Atmospherics – meteorological data including temperature, pressure, wind speed and direction, precipitation, and solar radiation was carried out

o Socio-economic and land use – desk-based research ongoing including data compilation and review; site visits with First Nations; preliminary engagement with First Nations re: community data gathering process and involvement

 Installation of 3 bulk fuel storage tanks, registered with Environment Canada  First Nation site visits the week of August 27, 2012 which included representatives of the Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation (August 27)  Traditional Knowledge Studies

Seabridge is authorized to carry out land use activities for the purposes of exploration under land use permit no: MV2010C0046, issued by the Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board (MVLWB or Board) in February 2011 for a five (5) year term. The authorized land use activities include: fuel storage, winter road construction/maintenance, quarrying and diamond drilling.

In order to continue with the ongoing exploration of the Courageous Lake property, and consistent with the original work plan and application provided to the Board at the time the permit was granted, Seabridge is seeking an amendment from the Board for two reasons:

1. To include staked mineral claims within the existing approved area of use that were registered with the Mining Recorders Office in May 2012 which were not known at the time of the original application. As noted above, these mineral claims are within the boundaries of the land use area authorized by the current permit, as illustrated on the attached map, and;

2. To amend the wording of the permit by deleting 150 as the permitted number of diamond drill holes (set by the MVLWB) to allow for ongoing exploration of the Courageous Lake area such that the permit authorizes diamond drilling without specifying a number of holes. We understand other permits have been granted simply authorizing diamond drilling generally. We suggest that the number of holes is not a reliable proxy for reflecting the magnitude of the impact of diamond drilling since several short holes could have less impact than just a few long holes.

Staking additional claims, continuing with in-fill drilling and reserve delineation and drill testing new targets were all anticipated at the time of the original application and were identified as part of the overall project goals which were stated as:

1. in-fill drilling and reserve delineation of the FAT gold deposit; 2. drill testing of newly recognized targets for their potential to contain gold resources that can be incorporated into the Courageous Lake Project; 3. quarrying for repair of existing fuel storage facility and repair of roads (total amount quarried will be equal to less than 50 cubic yards); and 4. potential in-fill drilling and reserve delineation of newly recognized resources that would be incorporated into the Courageous Lake Project. This activity is the continuation of item 1 listed above, and is contingent on its results.

In summary, the scope of work and the land use activities that were originally proposed, and permitted, remain the same. The proposed amendment will not authorize any new activities that have any significant impacts on the land, the wildlife or the environment in general, or its use, that were not proposed, considered and approved in the initial permit application process. Seabridge intends to continue its operations as per the existing terms and conditions of the current permit.

Seabridge will contact you in the next few days to address any questions you may have relative to this update and amendment request. In the meantime, do not hesitate to contact the undersigned at [email protected] or by phone at (780) 242-8557.

Respectfully,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT

cc: Crystal Thomas – Regulatory Officer, MVLWB

Attachment: Map – Courageous Lake Property Claims

October 30, 2012

North Slave Metis Alliance Via electronic mail at [email protected] PO Box 2301 32 Melville Dr. Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P7

Attention: Sheryl Grieve – Environment and Resource Coordinator

Dear Sheryl:

Re: Courageous Lake Project: Update and Application for Amendment – Seabridge Gold Inc. – MV2010C0046

Exploration Drilling  total of 19,556 m

Environmental  Work continued on the following baseline programs (year 3)

o Aquatics – water quality sampling at 27 lakes and 12 stream sites

o Fish and fish habitat – focused on fully describing habitat use, timing and behaviour of spawning/spawners migratory patterns and productive capacity of Matthews Creek

o Hydrology – monitoring of hydrometric stations, hydraulic geometry surveys, lake level monitoring, shoreline profile surveys, bathymetric surveys, measurement of winter snowpack at key locations

o Archaeology – assessments undertaken on north side of Courageous Lake and around the Walsh Lake area;

o Atmospherics – meteorological data including temperature, pressure, wind speed and direction, precipitation, and solar radiation was carried out

 Installation of 3 bulk fuel storage tanks, registered with Environment Canada  First Nation site visits the week of August 27, 2012 which included representatives of the North Slave Metis Alliance (August 29)  Traditional Knowledge Studies

Respectfully,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT

cc: Crystal Thomas – Regulatory Officer, MVLWB

Attachment: Map – Courageous Lake Project Claims

October 30, 2012

Northwest Territories Metis Nation Via electronic mail to [email protected] PO Box 720 206 McDougal Rd Fort Smith, NT X0E 0P0

Attention: Tim Heron – IMA Coordinator

Dear Tim:

Re: Courageous Lake Project: Update and Application for Amendment – Seabridge Gold Inc. – MV2010C0046

Exploration Drilling  total of 19,556 m

Environmental  Work continued on the following baseline programs (year 3)

o Aquatics – water quality sampling at 27 lakes and 12 stream sites

o Fish and fish habitat – focused on fully describing habitat use, timing and behaviour of spawning/spawners migratory patterns and productive capacity of Matthews Creek

o Hydrology – monitoring of hydrometric stations, hydraulic geometry surveys, lake level monitoring, shoreline profile surveys, bathymetric surveys, measurement of winter snowpack at key locations

o Archaeology – assessments undertaken on north side of Courageous Lake and around the Walsh Lake area;

o Atmospherics – meteorological data including temperature, pressure, wind speed and direction, precipitation, and solar radiation was carried out

 Installation of 3 bulk fuel storage tanks, registered with Environment Canada  First Nation site visits the week of August 27, 2012 which included representatives of the Northwest Territories Metis Nation (August 31)  Traditional Knowledge Studies

Respectfully,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT

cc: Crystal Thomas – Regulatory Officer, MVLWB

Attachment: Map – Courageous Lake Project Claims

October 30, 2012

Kwe Beh Working Group Via electronic mail to [email protected] Tlicho Government Box 412 Behchoko, NT X0E 0Y0

Attention: Henry Zoe – Senior Community Director and Kwe Beh Working Group

Dear Henry:

Re: Courageous Lake Project: Update and Application for Amendment – Seabridge Gold Inc. – MV2010C0046

Further to our face to face meeting with Grand Chief Erasmus and Chief Daniels in Behchoko, NT on June 7, 2012 and representatives of the Kwe Beh Working Group on April 12, 2012 and September 14, 2012 respectively, 5073 N.W.T. Inc (Seabridge) would like to provide you with a further update of our work at Courageous Lake. Our summer drill program was completed on September 10, 2012 and camp officially closed for the season on October 17, 2012. Details of the 2012 program include:

Exploration Drilling  total of 19,556 m

Environmental  Work continued on the following baseline programs (year 3)

o Aquatics – water quality sampling at 27 lakes and 12 stream sites

o Fish and fish habitat – focused on fully describing habitat use, timing and behaviour of spawning/spawners migratory patterns and productive capacity of Matthews Creek

o Hydrology – monitoring of hydrometric stations, hydraulic geometry surveys, lake level monitoring, shoreline profile surveys, bathymetric surveys, measurement of winter snowpack at key locations

o Archaeology – assessments undertaken on north side of Courageous Lake and around the Walsh Lake area;

o Atmospherics – meteorological data including temperature, pressure, wind speed and direction, precipitation, and solar radiation was carried out

 Installation of 3 bulk fuel storage tanks, registered with Environment Canada  First Nation site visits which included representatives of the Tlicho Territory on August 21, 2012 including 6 Elders; all other First Nation site visits took place the week of August 27, 2012  Traditional Knowledge Studies including a Tlicho Traditional Elders Camp on the north shore of Courageous Lake from August 19-26, 2012

Respectfully,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT

cc: Ginger Gibson – Technical Advisor, Kwe Beh Working Group Crystal Thomas – Regulatory Officer, MVLWB

Attachment: Map – Courageous Lake Project Claims

October 30, 2012

Yellowknives Dene First Nation Via Electronic Mail to [email protected] P.O. Box 2514 Yellowknife, NWT X1A 2P8

Attention: Randy Freeman – Director, Lands Management

Dear Randy:

Re: Courageous Lake Project: Update and Application for Amendment – Seabridge Gold Inc. – MV2010C0046

Further to our face to face meeting with representatives of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation (YKDFN) on June 7, 2012, 5073 N.W.T. Inc (Seabridge) would like to provide you with a further update of our work at Courageous Lake. Our summer drill program was completed on September 10, 2012 and camp officially closed for the season on October 17, 2012. Details of the 2012 program include:

Exploration Drilling  total of 19,556 m

Environmental  Work continued on the following baseline programs (year 3) o Aquatics – water quality sampling at 27 lakes and 12 stream sites

o Fish and fish habitat – focused on fully describing habitat use, timing and behaviour of spawning/spawners migratory patterns and productive capacity of Matthews Creek

o Hydrology – monitoring of hydrometric stations, hydraulic geometry surveys, lake level monitoring, shoreline profile surveys, bathymetric surveys, measurement of winter snowpack at key locations

o Archaeology – assessments undertaken on north side of Courageous Lake and around the Walsh Lake area;

o Atmospherics – meteorological data including temperature, pressure, wind speed and direction, precipitation, and solar radiation was carried out

 Installation of 3 bulk fuel storage tanks, registered with Environment Canada  First Nation site visits week of August 27, 2012 including Chief Sangris and representatives from the YKDFN (August 28)  Traditional Knowledge Studies

Seabridge will contact you in the next few days to address any questions you may have relative to this amendment request. In the meantime, do not hesitate to contact the undersigned at [email protected] or by phone at (780) 242-8557.

Respectfully,

Stephanie Autut Manager, Environmental Affairs – NT

cc: Crystal Thomas – Regulatory Officer, MVLWB

Attachment: Map – Courageous Lake Project Claims

COURAGEOUS LAKE PROJECT Project Description In Support of a Class “A” Land Use Permit

Appendix 7-6 Aboriginal Field Assistant Employment Contact Letter, Advertisement, and Hired Employees

Employment Opportunity

Rescan Environmental is looking to hire Environmental Field Assistants as employees on contract to assist in conducting environmental studies in hydrology, meteorology, fisheries, wildlife, vegetation, archaeological and water quality field work at Courageous Lake mining exploration camp on a fly-in-operation. Contracts range from four days in length to up to three weeks. The field season runs from the beginning of June and ends in early October. Individuals may be selected for more than one contract throughout the field season. For more information about our company, visit our website at www.rescan.com.

Requirements include: • Ability to lift up to 45 pounds • Ability to hike for up to 10 km a day • Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods of time • Ability to work well with other staff and follow instructions • Ability to work 10 hour days for a set contract • Effective communication skills including the ability to take basic field notes • Prior environmental science fieldwork experience desirable • Small boat experience is regarded an asset • Willingness to travel via helicopter with prior experience and training (First Aid, electro-fishing, helicopter safety, scientific sampling) is considered an asset

Roles and responsibilities include: • Assist Rescan scientists in collecting environmental samples and maintaining monitoring stations • Some contracts may require boat work • Assist with sample labeling, note taking, and with sampling as directed • Individuals must take an active part in ensuring team safety while in the field • Related duties applicable to this position

Please note; • Priority consideration will be given to Affirmative Action Candidates (Priority one, Indigenous Aboriginal, Impact Benefit Agreements) •Only those applicants considered for the positions will be contacted •We appreciate your interest and would like to thank all those that applied

If interested, applicants send your resume with relevant references and certificates by e-mail ([email protected]); by fax (604-687-4277) or by your local Career Development Office

Rescan™ Environmental Services Ltd. The Rescan Building 908 – 5201, 50th Avenue Sixth Floor, 1111 West Hastings Street Yellowknife, Northwest Territories Vancouver, British Columbia Canada, X1A 3S9 Canada, V6E 2J3 Telephone: (867) 920-2090 Telephone: (604) 689-9460 Facsimile: (867) 920-2015 Facsimile: (604) 687-4277 e-mail: [email protected]

May 26, 2010

Łutsel K'e Dene First Nation

Attention: Len Griffore, Senior Administrative Officer

Dear Mr. Giffore

Re: Short-term Contract Employment Opportunities at Courageous Lake

Seabridge Gold (Seabridge) is conducting mineral exploration near Courageous Lake, Northwest Territories. The Courageous Lake study area is situated approximately 240 kilometres northeast of the City of Yellowknife, NWT on the north shore of Matthews Lake.

Rescan Environmental (Rescan), of Yellowknife, NWT has been retained by Seabridge to undertake the environmental baseline work required to support the project. Seabridge has recently sent a letter of introduction to the community and is committed to developing a long term presence within the NWT and strong community relationships. To foster these relationships and provide opportunities for community engagement in the early stages of the project, we would like to work with you to provide employment for members of your community.

We are contacting you to ask in your assistance in providing a pool of applicants which may be qualified to work with Rescan on short-term contracts to complete the environmental baseline studies at Courageous Lakes. Individuals selected would be employed at the Courageous Lake camp for contracts ranging from four days in length to up to three weeks. The field season runs from the beginning of June and ends in early October. Individuals may be selected for more than one contract throughout the field season. Work responsibilities may include tasks such as assisting with hydrology, meteorology, fisheries, wildlife, vegetation, archaeology and water quality field work. Please find attached a one page posting that you can distribute as you deem appropriate.

VANCOUVER y YELLOWKNIFE y DEASE LAKE y VICTORIA y SMITHERS y KAMLOOPS y SASKATOON y SEATTLE y LIMA Page 2 regarding this information, please contact myself at 604 689 9460 or Ms. Tonia Robb in Rescan’s Yellowknife office at 867 920 2090. Thank you in advance for your time and I look forward to working with you in the future.

Sincerely,

Judith Eigenbrod

Project Coordinator RESCAN™ ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES LTD.

cc. R Brent Murphy

Seabridge Gold

May 26, 2010

North Slave Métis Alliance Human Resources Department PO Box 2301 32 Melville Dr. Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P7

Attention: Sheryl Grieve

Dear Ms. Grieve

Re: Short-term Contract Employment Opportunities at Courageous Lake

VANCOUVER y YELLOWKNIFE y DEASE LAKE y VICTORIA y SMITHERS y KAMLOOPS y SASKATOON y SEATTLE y LIMA Page 2

Please send resumes and potential individuals’ contact information to myself, at [email protected]. All resumes received will be treated as confidential information and will only remain on file for the duration of the project. If you have questions or concerns regarding this information, please contact myself at 604 689 9460 or Ms. Tonia Robb in Rescan’s Yellowknife office at 867 920 2090. Thank you in advance for your time and I look forward to working with you in the future.

Sincerely,

Judith Eigenbrod

Project Coordinator RESCAN™ ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES LTD.

cc. R Brent Murphy

Seabridge Gold

May 12, 2010

Tli Cho Government Human Resources Department Phone: (867) 392-6381

Attention: Cecilia Rabesca, Human Resources

Dear Ms. Rabesca

Re: Short-term Contract Employment Opportunities at Courageous Lake

Sincerely,

Judith Eigenbrod

Project Coordinator RESCAN™ ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES LTD.

cc. R Brent Murphy

Seabridge Gold

May 26, 2010

Yellowknives Dene First Nation Human Resources Department PO Box 2514 Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P8

Attention: Todd Slack, Community Organizer

Dear Mr. Slack

Re: Short-term Contract Employment Opportunities at Courageous Lake

VANCOUVER y YELLOWKNIFE y DEASE LAKE y VICTORIA y SMITHERS y KAMLOOPS y SASKATOON y SEATTLE y LIMA Page 2

Sincerely,

Judith Eigenbrod

Project Coordinator RESCAN™ ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES LTD.

cc. R Brent Murphy

Seabridge Gold