FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 22, 2024 The Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs extends condolences to the family and friends of their former Senior Mi’kmaw Advisor and trusted Mi’kmaw Elder, Joe B. Marshall. “We have lost a true advocate and leader,” expressed Chief Sidney Peters, Co-Chair of the Assembly. “Joe
Author: Crystal Dorey
Assembly Highlights – December 14, 2023
KMK provided an update on the site visit to the Marine House and that documents have been received from the current property owner for review. KMK will review documents and provide recommendations to the Assembly at their next meeting. An in-depth discussion took place on affordable housing.
Assembly Congratulate and Welcome New AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse
Yesterday, in Ottawa, Cindy Woodhouse was elected as the National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN). National Chief Woodhouse previously served as the AFN Regional Chief for Manitoba. Many of the Chiefs from Nova Scotia were in Ottawa to participate in the election process. “We congratulate National Chief
Assembly Highlights – November 30, 2023
In 2017, a community survey was conducted which determined the funds from the Mi’kmaw License Plate would be used for youth events and activities. The sale and renewal of Mi’kmaw license plates generate approximately $20,000 annually and these funds have been held in trust since the release of the plates.
Mi’kmaw Communities Condemn DFO’s Position on Lobster Trap Allocation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 24, 2023 In May 2023, Mi’kmaw communities in the traditional district of Kespukwitk – Annapolis Valley, Bear River, Glooscap and Wasoqopa’q (Acadia) – contacted the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) to discuss the expected participation levels of Treaty Right Protected (TRP) lobster harvesters from