Latest Past Events

Tuesday Night Talk, free at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic 1675 Lower Water Street, Halifax

Mi’kmaw artists are creating a wide range of imaginative and beautiful work using the skills and traditions of basketry weaving given to them by their elders and ancestors. Peter J Clair is one of nine artists presented in The Art of Mi’kmaw Basketry (FORMAC publishing), which was released in 2023. Peter was among the first […]

Mi’kmaq History Month Activities

Sipekne'katik Mawoi'mi Abor and grounds

Sipekne'katik will host our Annual Treaty Day Community Feast and Celebrations for all community and outside sister communities with a traditional menu which includes but not limited to salmon, moose meat, lobster and traditional bread Luski. Cultural events hosted by Elders and Knowledge Keepers to teach traditional Mi'kmaq practices that include by not limited to […]

Mi’kmaq Treaty Day

Pier 21 1055 Marginal Road, Halifax

Mi'kmaq Treaty Day 2024 will take place over two days, beginning on September 30th with a Mi'kmaw Cultural Showcase and Veteran’s Parade in Halifax. On October 1st, the celebration continues with a Mi'kmaw church service at Saint Mary's Cathedral Basilica, followed by a flag raising ceremony at Government House, including drumming, prayer, and remarks from […]