Integra, Shoshone-Paiute sign mine pact

Executive Summary

• Integra Resources Corp. entered a historic, long‑term relationship agreement with the Shoshone‑Paiute Tribes for the DeLamar gold‑silver project in southwest Idaho.
• The agreement establishes co‑management of Indigenous recognition, economic participation, cultural/environmental protection, regulatory collaboration and community investment throughout the life of the mine.
• Integra has already invested ~US$140 million in DeLamar development; the partnership is expected to facilitate permitting, local employment and sustainable value creation for shareholders and tribal communities.

Key Details

• Parties: Integra Resources Corp. (President/CEO: George Salamis) and the Shoshone‑Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Indian Reservation.
• Project Covered: DeLamar gold‑silver mining project (historic DeLamar & Florida Mountain deposits) in Owyhee County, Idaho.
• Scope of Agreement: Framework for collaboration on:
• Indigenous recognition and cultural protection.
• Economic empowerment – tribal participation in employment, procurement and revenue sharing.
• Environmental stewardship and baseline monitoring.
• Consensus‑based regulatory interaction with BLM and other agencies.
• Community investment programs and performance metrics.
• Investment to Date: Approximately US$140 million invested by Integra since acquiring DeLamar in 2017 for resource growth, engineering, mine design and environmental studies.
• Regulatory Milestone: In March 2025 Integra submitted an updated Mine Plan of Operations to the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, initiating the notice‑of‑intent process for an Environmental Impact Statement under NEPA.
• Strategic Significance: First‑of‑its‑kind relationship agreement in the Lower 48 states that formally recognizes tribal sovereignty on federally managed mining lands, potentially smoothing permitting and enhancing social license to operate.
• Political Support: Statements of support from Idaho Rep. Russ Fulcher, Sen. Mike Crapo, and Sen. Jim Risch highlighting job creation, domestic mineral supply chain benefits and regional economic development.
• Future Outlook: Integra will work with the Shoshone‑Paiute to co‑design operational plans, monitor performance, and explore similar agreements with other tribal nations whose traditional territories intersect the DeLamar footprint.

Notable Quotes

• Brian Mason (Chairman, Shoshone‑Paiute Tribes): “We are excited to start the work to implement the agreement immediately… It supports the Shoshone‑Paiute to be a driver of responsible economic development in the region.”
• George Salamis (President & CEO, Integra): “Through this partnership we are establishing durable and long‑term predictability, while providing the foundational platform for local and regional economic opportunities to thrive.”
• Rep. Russ Fulcher: “Today’s relationship agreement marks a significant milestone for economic development and the responsible advancement of natural resource production in Owyhee County.”