Mi’kmaq
Mi’kmaw Senator says a seat in NS Legislature would give Mi’kmaq a voice
When Trevor Sanipass ran for the NDP in the recent Nova Scotia election, he had hoped to make history and be the first Mi’kmaw member of the legislature. He didn’t win – but he was surprised to learn that there’s been a dedicated seat waiting for a Mi’kmaq representative since 1992.
Mi’kmaq outraged over ‘racist’ note at New Brunswick doctor’s office
The sign reads: “ATTN: Native Patients. Please don’t ask for tranquilizers or pain medications.” Maxine Ginnish heard about the sign and went to Dr. Allister Carter’s family practice to see for herself.
Arm wrestling gaining popularity in Mi’kmaq communities
Trina Roache APTN National News Arm wrestling is becoming so popular with Indigenous people someone…
Mi’kmaq author says Halifax on the right road to reconciliation
Anna Cormier APTN National News A respected Mi’kmaq author says Halifax is on the right…
Halifax council votes to look into commemoration of Cornwallis
Halifax regional council passed a motion on Tuesday to form a panel that will look at whether or not to keep commemorating Edward Cornwallis.
Mi’kmaq tackle drug addiction in wake of fentanyl scare in New Brunswick
Fentanyl has raised fears after a death in a New Brunswick First Nation.
Indigenous communities in New Brunswick to benefit from increased snow crab
Anna Cormier APTN National News Mi’kmaq and Maliseet communities in New Brunswick are hoping a…
N.S. review of ‘conquered people’ brief complete, but minister won’t comment
APTN National News A review of a controversial Crown brief that implied the Mi’kmaq are…
