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.
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The Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs – Media Releases
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
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
Provincial Reductions Are Harmful and Appear Targeted
February 27, 2026 Mi’kma’ki – This week, Premier Houston and his government announced substantial cutbacks across Provincial spending. In that, 21 different Mi’kmaw-specific programs were targeted and cut. “The Nova Scotia government’s decisions will have drastic impacts on this province,” said Chief Leroy Denny, Co-Chair of the Maw-lukutijik Saqmaq. “Programs
Assembly Purchases Culturally Significant Lands at Bedford Barrens
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 12, 2026 Mi’kma’ki —Maw-lukutijik Saqmaq (Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs) is pleased to announce the recent purchase of lands adjacent to the designated National Historic Site which includes the Bedford Barrens Petroglyphs. “The Bedford Barrens Petroglyphs hold deep spiritual, cultural, and historical significance for