The Draft Authentic Mi’kmaw Cultural Tourism Guidelines for Nova Scotia are now ready for community discussion and feedback! This includes a longer research report, a shorter community guide, and an infographic – something to suit every reading style and preference. From our initial discussions with Mi’kmaw Elders and Knowledge Keepers,
Category: Cultural Tourism
Cultural Tourism
Exploring Mi’kmaw Cultural Tourism – Introducing We’koqma’q’s Skye River Trail
By: Shannon Monk, KMKNO, featuring Ardelle Reynolds As we continue our exploration of Mi’kmaw Cultural Tourism in Nova Scotia, we will be profiling Mi’kmaw cultural tourism entrepreneurs as well as Nation owned entities. I recently visited with Susan Googoo (Director of Employment and Training) and Ella Nicholas (Cultural Tourism Coordinator)
Exploring Mi’kmaw Cultural Tourism – Meet Loretta Gould
By: Shannon Monk, KMKNO As part of our exploration of Mi’kmaw Cultural Tourism in Nova Scotia, I’ve had the opportunity to meet many wonderful people. One of those individuals is Loretta Gould, a Mi’kmaw artist from We’koqma’q, in beautiful Unama’ki, Nova Scotia. Recently, Loretta and I had a chance to
Mi’kmaw Cultural Tourism in Nova Scotia – February 2021
The recent media attention regarding the development project in Peggy’s Cove has generated a lot of discussion in both Mi’kmaw and non-Mi’kmaw communities. As many know, Peggy’s Cove is a beloved and iconic part of Nova Scotia, and one of the province’s most popular tourist areas. The Province of Nova
Mi’kmaw Cultural Tourism in Nova Scotia
By: Shannon Monk, KMKNO, with Robert Bernard, NSITEN As part of our ongoing discussion about cultural tourism and authenticity, we are going to feature stories about different entities involved in and supporting this growing industry. The Nova Scotia Indigenous Tourism Enterprise Network (NSITEN) was established in the fall of 2017