New Director of Mi'kmaq Education

Nova Scotia's aboriginal students and their communities will receive more support as the Mi'kmaq Liaison Office welcomes its new director, Wyatt White.

Mr. White was appointed by Education and Early Childhood Development earlier this month.

"The office is a valuable conduit between the department and the Mi'kmaq community," said Ramona Jennex, Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development. "I look forward to working with Mr. White in his new role and continuing to grow our partnership with the Mi'kmaq community."

Mr. White brings to the position over 10 years of public service experience. He has worked with Aboriginal Affairs at both the provincial and federal levels. He has worked with the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, Mi'kmaw Kina'matneway and other First Nations educational leaders to support and enhance educational programming.

"I'm very excited to take on my new role," said Mr. White. "Since joining the provincial government, I've worked alongside the education system, but this opportunity allows me to work directly with the education department and play a more significant role in aboriginal education.

"I look forward to connecting with the partners involved in advancing Nova Scotia's Mi'kmaq learners and working to strengthen educational outcomes."

Mr. White will start his new duties Tuesday, July 9.