Core Viewpoint - An Indigenous group in Canada is planning to challenge the merger between Teck Resources Ltd. and Anglo American Plc unless there is proper consultation regarding expansion plans for a smelter in southern British Columbia [1][5]. Group 1: Indigenous Group's Position - The Osoyoos Indian Band claims that Teck has not engaged meaningfully with them regarding the proposed merger and investments in the Trail operations, which are located on their lands [2][3]. - Chief Clarence Louie stated that the Indigenous group has faced significant negative impacts without any benefits and criticized the companies for planning expansions without consulting First Nations [3][5]. - The Chief emphasized the need for discussions on environmental, cultural issues, and potential job and revenue sharing related to the Trail operations [6]. Group 2: Merger Details - Teck and Anglo American's merger is expected to create a mining giant valued at over $50 billion, with plans to invest up to C$750 million (approximately $544 million) in the Trail operations [3]. - The companies have committed to investing C$4.5 billion in Canada if the merger is approved and relocating their joint headquarters to Vancouver [4]. Group 3: Regulatory Environment - The Canadian government has the authority to block the merger under the Investment Canada Act, which assesses the deal's net benefits to the economy, including job impacts and technological development [4]. - Canadian Industry Minister Melanie Joly indicated that the companies have not yet sufficiently demonstrated the economic advantages of the merger [4]. Group 4: Future Actions - The Osoyoos Indian Band is prepared to take legal action against the companies if the merger proceeds without adequate consultation [9]. - Teck has expressed a commitment to engage meaningfully with Indigenous governments affected by their operations as the merger progresses [8].