April 17, 2026 Mi’kma’ki – Earlier this month, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) authorized the construction of a new gated structure on the Avon River. While technical discussions took place during the application process, meaningful consultation with the Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia must continue on this project.
Author: Crystal Dorey
Chiefs Call for a Moratorium on Community Raids and Open Dialogue with Provincial Government
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Mi’kma’ki – Last week, traffic slow downs happened across Mi’kma’ki where Mi’kmaw community members expressed concerns with the provincial government’s direction to the RCMP to conduct raids on cannabis stores in our communities. Subsequently, on April 4, 2026, Premier Houston issued a message on social media
Assembly Highlights – March 2026
Nathan Sack was welcomed by the Chiefs to his first Assembly meeting as Executive Director for Kwilmu’kw Maw-Klusuaqn (KMK). The Chiefs acknowledged Janice Maloney’s transition into KMK’s Senior Strategic Negotiator role, following over 20 years as Executive Director. The Assembly also welcomed the first Mi’kmaw Youth Assembly representative to attend
Chiefs Respond to Cannabis Raids in Communities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 4, 2026 Mi’kma’ki – Yesterday, the RCMP launched a number of inspections of dispensaries throughout the Mi’kmaw communities, which resulted in seizures and fines issued. The actions of the RCMP, upon directive of the Provincial government, only contribute to the ongoing issue of federal and
Assembly Highlights – February 26, 2026
KMK’s Consultation team provided an update about the recently held Inner Bay of Fundy (BoF) symposium. A discussion was had on the designation of the BoF as an Indigenous Protected Conserved Area. This topic will come back for further discussion at a future Assembly meeting. At the February 4–5 strategic