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AFOA Canada 21st National Conference in February 2023
Through economic development, many communities grow their local revenues that in turn provide funding for much needed program and services to their community members. The disruption of COVID-19 had a dramatic effect on Indigenous communities, businesses and...
First Nation calls on Ottawa to end fisheries dispute
Catching and selling lobster during the fall season is how some Mi’kmaw fishermen of Potlotek First Nation make a living. “We’re just trying to catch some lobster to sell and feed our kids and give our family a roof over their head,” said Mi’kmaw fisherman Craig...
Wolastoqey youth learn about marine conservation research aboard science vessel
A four-day Bay of Fundy expedition earlier this month was life-changing for one Wolastoqey youth. "If I didn't get on that ship I wouldn't have gotten the opportunity to do everything I did on there," said Korey Lyons, from Sistansisk (St. Mary's First Nation),...
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Current Events
Collected news from the region.
- Temporary service and facility closure notices from Nova Scotia Health (Updated at 3:40 p.m. on Sunday, January 29, 2023)
- Temporary service and facility closure notices from Nova Scotia Health (Updated at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 29, 2023)
- Dakota Nation's Winterfest strengthens traditions, emboldens youth
- Music in a snowdome: Indigenous Songwriters Circle hits Fredericton