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Elder Margaret Head-Steppan Appointed as Elder of Visionary and Osawi, Establishing First-of-Its-Kind Relationship in Canadian Exploration
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Visionary Copper and Gold Mines Inc. (the “Company” or “Visionary”) (TSXV: VCG) (OTCQX: CLLXF) an
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[{"type":"text","content":"VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Visionary Copper and Gold Mines Inc. (the “Company” or “Visionary”) (TSXV: VCG) (OTCQX: CLLXF) and Osawi Gold Corp. (“Osawi”) are pleased to announce the appointment of Elder Margaret Head-Steppan as our Elder, marking a historic milestone as the first such role within a Canadian mineral exploration company. This unique partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to respectful, sustainable exploration practices and meaningful engagement with First Nations communities. Max Porterfield, President and CEO of Visionary and Osawi, stated, “We are deeply honoured to welcome Elder Margaret to our team. Her unique perspective, rooted in her family’s historic connection to the Flin Flon region and her lifelong dedication to community and environmental stewardship, will guide our exploration efforts in a way that respects both the land and the people who have called it home for generations. This appointment marks a significant step forward in building meaningful partnerships with First Nations communities.” Elder Margaret Head-Steppan commented, “It is a privilege to join Visionary and Osawi as their Elder, a role that allows me to honor my heritage and the legacy of my great-grandfather. I look forward to sharing traditional knowledge to ensure our exploration respects the Earth and supports the well-being of future generations. By working together, we can create a model for sustainable resource development that uplifts our communities and preserves our sacred connection to the land.” As Elder, Margaret will provide guidance rooted in her traditional knowledge and unique natural gifts, overseeing the blessing of lands where exploration activities occur, a practice she has quietly performed for years. She will also educate and advise on First Nations history and traditions, fostering respectful collaboration with Indigenous communities in the regions where Visionary and Osawi operate. Her role will strengthen community engagement, ensuring exploration aligns with principles of environmental sustainability and respect for the land, with a focus on safeguarding the next seven generations. About Elder Margaret Head-Steppan Elder Margaret Head-Steppan, a respected community leader and great-granddaughter of Métis prospector David Collins, who discovered the Flin ...