FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 13, 2024 On June 1, 2023, the Nova Scotia Provincial Emergency Management Office issued an emergency order to close the gates at the Avon causeway in Windsor, to re-establish the man-made lake, Pisiquid, for possible wildfire suppression and concern over dry hydrants. This emergency order has
Assembly honours and remembers Mi’kmaw Elder, Joe B. Marshall
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
KMK Newsletter – Fall 2023
Our Fall 2023 Newsletter! Click the link below to read the full issue: Fall 2023 Newsletter
Authenticity at the Heart of Mi’kmaw Cultural Tourism
Shannon Monk, an Indigenous (Mi’kmaw / Anishininew) woman from Canada, has vast experience working with First Nations communities, mainly in the field of cultural education and governance. She is currently working on the implementation of the Cultural Tourism Strategy for the Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia. Monk believes that cultural tourism
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.