June 29, 2023 The Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs extends condolences to the family and friends of Mi’kmaw Elder and historian, Dr. Daniel N. Paul, C.M., O.N.S., O.C. Elder Dr. Paul was best known for dedicating his life to advocating for the history of the Mi’kmaw Nation and the
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The Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs – Media Releases
Assembly Calls for Avon River Ministerial Order to be Reinstated
June 13, 2023 On June 1, the Nova Scotia Provincial Emergency Management Office announced they would be closing the gates at the Avon causeway in Windsor, to re-establish a reservoir (Lake Pisiquid) for possible wildfire suppression. This quickly shifted into concern over dry hydrants located above the Avon causeway. While
Violence and DFO Mis-Management in the Nova Scotia Elver Fishery
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 6, 2023 The Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs has recently been informed about an incident that happened in the Kespukwitk area yesterday, where a Mi’kmaw Elver (Katew) harvester was shot and injured. Treaty Right Protected Harvesters from Kespukwitk have great concerns on the number
Mi’kmaq Forestry Initiative shapes future of Nova Scotia forestry sector
Mi’kma’ki, April 4, 2023 – A first-of-its kind partnership is bringing traditional and ancestral Mi’kmaw knowledge to the Nova Scotian forestry sector and providing opportunities and prosperity to Mi’kmaw communities through forestry. The Mi’kmaq Forestry Initiative (MFI) serves Mi’kmaw communities, supporting the development of sustainable economic opportunities for the Mi’kmaq
Assembly offers condolences to the family of Keptin John Joe Sark
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 11, 2023 The Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs extends condolences to the Grand Council, the Mi’kmaw communities in Prince Edward Island, and the family of Keptin John Joe Sark. “We were saddened to hear the news of the passing of Keptin Sark,” said Chief Sidney