RE:the 'ptarmi'I don't understand "Now id the Tlicho preserve their Gold Assets." There is likely many ways to preserve gold assets. They could shut down all mining and or exploration, and they could retain 100% of their gold. Not much value to them, but it is preserved. If it were to be mined and they collect a payment or royalty, then they might be able to hold onto that in the form of gold. The Tlicho, like anyone else also need to invest in their future through schools, roads, power, water infrastructure.