How the Katew (eel) continues to advance Mi’kmaw Rights 1865 kilograms, 756 registered harvesters and an estimated $3 million in generated income. Those are the final numbers from an elver fishery proving that Mi’kmaw fisheries governance is not a theory; it’s a working reality. “This season stands as a landmark
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Fisheries Division
Community Notice – TRP Elver Fishery Update
April 1, 2025 We would like to share some important updates and concerns regarding ongoing interactions with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) and our elver fishery, as governed by the TRP Management Plan. Prior to the start of this fishing season, eight Mi’kmaw communities provided DFO their
Community Notice – Incident on Woodens River
March 31, 2025 An incident occurred this weekend and we understand some Mi’kmaw elver harvesters were impacted. It is important that accurate details are shared to all Mi’kmaw community members for safety and conversation reasons. On the evening of Friday, March 28, a group of unknown individuals arrived in a
TRP Elver Harvesting Plan 2025
The Members of Mi’kmaq First Nations in Nova Scotia are beneficiaries of the Covenant Chain of Treaties made with the Crown between 1725 and 1761, including the Treaties of 1760-61 that were the subject of the 1999 Supreme Court of Canada decision in the case of Donald Marshall, Jr. In
The American Eel: A Commitment to Tradition and Sustainability in Mi’kmaw Communities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 27, 2025 The American eel is a vital part of Mi’kmaw heritage and culture. While many community members are excited for a 2025 Elver Fishery, in order to protect the eel, we all recognize that any harvesting must be carefully managed. This approach can help to