Mi’kmaw History & Culture

Mi'kmaw History & Culture

Truth and Reconciliation: Resources

This day honours the children who never returned home, Survivors of residential schools, and their loved ones. Explore resources and events.

Exploring Mi'kmaq Cuisine with Simon Francis

Nov 1-14
Multiple Locations
Simon Francis of the Sipkne'katik Reservation will discuss his life experiences as a Mi'kmaq while sharing a piece of history through food.

The Mi'kmaq Maliseet Nations News: A Brief History

Discover the story of the Mi'kmaq Maliseet Nations News and the community leaders who built this enduring Indigenous newspaper.

The Legacy of Christiane Morris

From quillwork cradles to prize-winning canoes, Mi’kmaw artist Christiane Morris created a life of art, enterprise, and community.

Mi'kmaw History Month: “Nepisulti’k - We Are Healing”

Explore different aspects of health, connection, and the healing journey with this collection of books for adults and children.

Wi’kipatmu’k Mi’kmawey: Children's Books

Celebrate and honour Mi'kmaw History Month with this selection of children's fiction and non-fiction books.

Mi'kmaw History Month Reads

Honour Mi’kmaw History Month with books that share Mi’kmaq voices and culture, and deepen your understanding.

Indigenous Voices

Explore diverse Indigenous voices with these YA books featuring stories by Indigenous authors across genres and graphic novels.

Watch: Live Painting with Alan Syliboy

Artist and Innovator in Residence, Alan Syliboy live paints to music at Sackville Public Library.

Mawita'jik Virtual Pow Wow 2021

Coordinated by the Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre, enjoy a virtual Pow Wow for Mawita'jik featuring performance, remarks, and dance.

Todd and Melissa Labrador: Mi’kmaw Petroglyphs

Todd and Melissa Labrador reflect on their connection to the land as they learn from the messages left by their ancestors.

Ursula Johnson: Mi’kmaw Hieroglyphs

Ursula Johnson finds a deeper truth in the written language of her people, taught to her by her great-grandfather.