September 1, 2021 This morning, Pictou Landing’s netukulimk harvesters loaded their vessels to begin their first day of harvesting of the season. They were immediately approached by Conservation and Protection Officers from the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and were advised that any traps set would be seized.
Author: Crystal Dorey
Assembly’s Concerns on Avon River Continue to Grow
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 14, 2021 The Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs (Assembly) is calling on Nova Scotia to ensure that any long-term or interim plans being put into place on the Highway 101 twinning project, focus on unimpeded fish passage, for all species. As completion dates continue to
Assembly Meeting – June 24, 2021
Chief Wilbert Marshall suggested increasing the number of Chiefs who sit on the Planning and Priorities Committee – which is the committee that determines the agenda items for Assembly meetings. Chief Sidney Peters requested that this be a discussion item at the next Chiefs’ Strategic Planning Session. KMK provided an
Assembly Demands Work Be Stopped in Pleasantfield
June 9, 2021 The Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs (Assembly) are demanding that all work by Atlantic Gold be stopped in Pleasantfield, Nova Scotia and that no further exploratory or drilling permits be approved by Nova Scotia Lands & Forestry or the Nova Scotia Department of Energy and Mines
Cultural Tourism Authenticity – Virtual Community Engagement Sessions for June 2021
The Draft Authentic Mi’kmaw Cultural Tourism Guidelines for Nova Scotia are now ready for community discussion and feedback! This includes a longer research report, a shorter community guide, and an infographic – something to suit every reading style and preference. From our initial discussions with Mi’kmaw Elders and Knowledge Keepers,