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Nurses in First Nations communities overlooked in N.B. nursing retention bonus
Susan Holt's government kept a campaign promise to deliver thousands in bonus retention incentives to nurses in New Brunswick. A Wolastoqey nurse in New Brunswick is bringing attention to the lack of these retention incentives for nurses working in First Nations communities in the province.
Auditor general finds long delays in Indian status application process
Indigenous Services Canada's headquarters takes on average more than a year to process applications for Indian status, according to a new report by Canada's auditor general.
Paqtnkek fishers call for unity in Mi'kmaw nation to address elver fishing
Elder Kerry Prosper and grandson Kaeden Prosper, who are from the only Mi'kmaw community in Nova Scotia choosing not to be involved with the elver fishery, say a unified approach between communities is needed to maintain eel populations.
Sipekne'katik First Nation fishers say treaty elver fishery is 'a peaceful thing'
While the 2025 commercial elver season is underway in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, Sipekne'katik, Millbrook First Nation and Membertou First Nation are three Mi'kmaw communities in Nova Scotia operating under their own management plans instead of accepting DFO's plan.
How Mi'kmaw communities are moving toward self-regulation in commercial elver fishery
As eight Mi’kmaw communities co-ordinate a federally recognized elver fishing plan, and others fish independently, tensions have grown over regulatory confusion and enforcement. Here's what you need to now about the complex regulatory landscape surrounding the Mi'kmaw elver fishery.
Animated film in Wolastoqey language aims to explore mental health in kid-friendly way
The first-ever animated feature film in the Wolastoqey language explores themes of trauma, mental illness, and healing through the journey of a red fox accompanied by a tiny demon.
Elsipogtog workshop passes down rare mask carving teachings to the next generation of artists
A group of eight students from the Mi'kmaw community of Elsipogtog in New Brunswick are learning skills and teachings from a traditional wooden mask carver.
Without funding, Listuguj's only shelter will close. What happens next?
The impending closure of a shelter in the Mi'kmaw community of Listuguj leaves few options for people in south-eastern Quebec and northern New Brunswick.
Midwinter gathering highlights authentic Mi'kmaw songs and dance
A Midwinter gathering in Millbrook First Nation brought together Mi'kmaw elders, knowledge keepers and community members from across the Atlantic provinces.
Exhibit at Halifax gallery explores the meaning and evolution of Mi'kmaw regalia
Amalkewinu'k (The Dancers) features contemporary photographs of dancers in ko'jua regalia alongside archival photos of traditional dancers.