The 2018 – 2019 fiscal year financial statements, audited by Grant Thornton, were presented and reviewed. The Assembly approved the audit. The Assembly’s new logo was presented and the Chiefs requested that the Mi’kmaq translation be verified with Bernie Francis. Discussion was had on a draft Memorandum of Understanding with
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Assembly Meeting – April 25, 2019
Chief Rod Googoo provided Opening Prayer Eric Zscheile, KMKNO, spoke on a proposal to create a Mi’kmaq Guardian program for Parks, Forestry and Wildlife. CMM and UNIR have had community visits to discuss with community members the concept of a Mi’kmaq Guardian Program. The Assembly directed the three organizations: CMM,
Statements Made About KMKNO on Alton Gas are False
April 11, 2019 Videos circulating on Social Media claiming that Kwilmu’kw Maw-klusuaqn Negotiation Office (KMKNO) sent a Band Council Resolution (BCR) requesting all 13 Bands to sign in support of Alton Gas releasing brine in the Shubenacadie River is FALSE. The Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq Chiefs (Assembly) – which
Halfway River Construction Begins as a Result of Consultation with Mi’kmaq
March 20, 2019 Through consultation, the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq Chiefs (Assembly) provided recommendations to the Province, leading to significant changes in the go forward plan for the historical Halfway River Aboiteau in Hantsport, Nova Scotia. “As Rights holders, we have a unique voice and perspective that must be
Senate Appearance – National Strategy to Facilitate the Transport of Crude Oil
Good morning Mr. Chair, members of the committee, fellow witnesses and guests. Thank you for the opportunity to appear today to discuss our concerns on the need for a national strategy to facilitate the transport of crude oil. I join you today in my role