News releases from L'nu Affairs
Minister’s Statement on Truth and Reconciliation Week
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L'nu Affairs
September 25-30 is National Truth and Reconciliation Week, a time to focus our attention on the legacy of residential schools and our shared history with First Nations, Inuit and Métis people throughout Canada.
Minister’s NAIG Welcome Message
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L'nu Affairs
This weekend, Kjipuktuk (Halifax) and Nova Scotia will be filled with excitement as more than 5,000 athletes, coaches and team staff are welcomed to the 2023 North American Indigenous Games.
Investments in New Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre
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L'nu Affairs
Wije’winen Centre, a new Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre in Halifax, is receiving more financial support with construction of the facility on the horizon.
Minister’s Statement on National Indigenous Peoples Day
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L'nu Affairs
Today, June 21, we celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day from coast to coast to coast. It’s a time meant to focus our attention on the cultures, traditions and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people throughout Canada.
Heritage Day Honours Rita Joe
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Lieutenant-Governor / Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage / L'nu Affairs
Mi’kmaw poet Rita Joe will be honoured on Heritage Day, Monday, February 20.
New Children’s Book Shines Light on Honour Song
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L'nu Affairs
The Province and treaty education partners have worked together to develop a new children’s book about the Honour Song and its spiritual importance to Mi’kmaq.
36th Annual Treaty Day, Op-Ed
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L'nu Affairs
Treaties are living documents that set out long-standing promises, mutual obligations, and benefits for the signing parties. The Peace and Friendship treaties between the Crown and Mi’kmaq signed in the 1700s continue to act as a foundation for our connection to one another. They help build meaningful relationships based on co-operation, understanding and respect.
Treaty Day Events Postponed
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Hurricane Fiona / L'nu Affairs
This year’s Treaty Day celebration, scheduled for Monday, October 3, in Halifax, has been postponed due to the continuing impacts of hurricane Fiona.
Minister’s Statement on National Truth and Reconciliation Week
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L'nu Affairs
September 26-30 is Truth and Reconciliation Week in Canada, a time to reflect on the legacy of residential schools and honour residential school survivors, their families and communities.
Investments in Mi’kmaw Centre for Healing and Resilience
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Status of Women / L'nu Affairs
The governments of Nova Scotia and Canada are investing more than $8 million to support the construction of the new Resilience Centre in Millbrook First Nation.
Minister’s Statement on Mi’kmaw Summer Games
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L'nu Affairs
On Sunday, community members and participants will gather in Potlotek, Richmond County, for the opening ceremonies of the Mi’kmaw Summer Games.
Minister’s Statement on National Indigenous Peoples Day
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L'nu Affairs
Today, June 21, is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a day to appreciate and celebrate the rich traditions and varied customs of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people throughout Canada.
Legislation Enshrines Mi’kmaw as Nova Scotia’s First Language
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L'nu Affairs
Legislation introduced today, April 7, recognizes Mi’kmaw as Nova Scotia’s first language and will support efforts to preserve and promote it now and for future generations.
Minister's Statement on the Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre
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Community Services / L'nu Affairs
I am deeply saddened by the decision of the Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre to close the North Park Street shelter on December 31. The centre remains a valuable partner.
New Exhibit Explores Mi’kmaq Connection to Land and Sea
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Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage / L'nu Affairs
Nova Scotians can learn more about the experiences of Mi’kmaw communities through a new exhibit, featuring Mi’kmaw historian and guest curator Salina Kemp, at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic in Halifax.
Spring Legislation will Enshrine Mi’kmaw as Nova Scotia’s First Language
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L'nu Affairs / Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage
Mi’kmaq is Nova Scotia’s first language and legislation next spring will help preserve, revitalize and promote it.
Treaty Day Honours Relationship with Mi’kmaq
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L'nu Affairs
The Province is marking its 35th annual Treaty Day today, October 1, by celebrating the many contributions of the Mi’kmaq and recognizing the significance of Nova Scotia’s relationship with Mi’kmaq people.
New Sign at Canso Causeway Welcomes Motorists to Unama’kik
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L'nu Affairs
In recognition of Mi’kmaq people, language and the significant geographical location, motorists travelling across the Canso causeway will be welcomed by a new sign in Mi’kmaq, Pjila’si Unama’kik.