Wabanaki Confederacy

Ducks Unlimited Canada launches $3-million initiative to conserve critical wetland habitat along the Wolastoq

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Tuesday, September 21, 2021

This conservation investment of $3 million over 10 years represents the largest investment by DUC on a single habitat initiative in Atlantic Canada.

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  • This conservation investment of $3 million over 10 years represents the largest investment by DUC on a single habitat initiative in Atlantic Canada.
  • At 673 kilometres long, the Wolastoq is the largest river in the Maritimes and includes 49,400 acres (20,000 hectares) of floodplain wetlands.
  • Partnering with Wabanaki Tree Spirit Tours & Events to conduct an annual traditional wild rice harvest at wetland projects along the Wolastoq.
  • For more information, visit the Wetlands for the Wolastoq page on our website: www.ducks.ca/our-work/wolastoq-wetlands/
    Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is the leader in wetland conservation.

Short documentary Dear Georgina spotlighting life of Passamaquoddy elder streaming launch May 7

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Friday, May 7, 2021

b'LOS ANGELES, May 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Dear Georgina, a short documentary about Passamaquoddy elder Georgina Sappier-Richardson who was removed from her home and community in downeast Maine by child protection services at the age of 2, had streaming launch today in honor of Mental Health Awareness month.

Key Points: 
  • b'LOS ANGELES, May 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Dear Georgina, a short documentary about Passamaquoddy elder Georgina Sappier-Richardson who was removed from her home and community in downeast Maine by child protection services at the age of 2, had streaming launch today in honor of Mental Health Awareness month.
  • The film follows Georgina as she attempts to re-integrate herself into the community she barely knew.
  • "\nDear Georgina had its world premiere in 2019 at the Camden International Film Festival with Georgina in attendance.
  • Georgina is just one of countless thousands of Indigenous children with similar stories.\nDEAR GEORGINA follows this Passamaquoddy elder from Motahkomikuk as she tries to fill in the blurry outlines of her identity.

Black Diamond and Nova Scotia’s Mi’kmaq Communities, in Partnership, Receive Letter of Award for $720 Million Workforce Lodge

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Thursday, October 1, 2020

The Partnership, named Mikmaq of Nova Scotia Black Diamond Limited Partnership, is owned 51% by WMA.

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  • The Partnership, named Mikmaq of Nova Scotia Black Diamond Limited Partnership, is owned 51% by WMA.
  • The project and the workforce lodge will provide significant economic opportunities for all our Mikmaq communities.
  • Added Trevor Haynes Black Diamonds Chairman and CEO, Black Diamond, driven by its strong core values, is committed to engaging fairly and in partnership with the Mikmaq communities.
  • Black Diamond expects to receive rental revenue from the lodge for the duration of construction of the Goldboro project.

Government Supports Economic Growth for Indigenous Communities Through Softwood Lumber Action Plan

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Friday, September 7, 2018

HALIFAX, Sept. 7, 2018 /CNW/ -As Canada leads the way in sustainable growth, our government is supporting Indigenous-led economic growth in Canada's forest sector.

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  • HALIFAX, Sept. 7, 2018 /CNW/ -As Canada leads the way in sustainable growth, our government is supporting Indigenous-led economic growth in Canada's forest sector.
  • As part of Canada's Softwood Lumber Action Plan, this funding will support Mi'kmaq participation in the transformation of Nova Scotia's forests by promoting a holistic Mi'kmaw approach to forestry known as Netukulimk, ensuring forest development consistent with Indigenous values, and creating jobs in Indigenous communities.
  • Under the Mi'kmaqNova ScotiaCanada Framework Agreement, the Mi'kmaq have been developing the capacity to manage and utilize forestry resources.
  • This initiative creates economic opportunities in Nova Scotia while providing sustainable growth options that help pave the way for other First Nations embarking on this journey."

Unifor donation in support of the Mi'Kmaw Friendship Centre

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Sunday, August 19, 2018

HALIFAX, Aug. 19, 2018 /CNW/ -Unifor donated $80,000 to the Mi'Kmaw Friendship Centre through a fundraiser and Canadian Community Fund.

Key Points: 
  • HALIFAX, Aug. 19, 2018 /CNW/ -Unifor donated $80,000 to the Mi'Kmaw Friendship Centre through a fundraiser and Canadian Community Fund.
  • "Unifor unites with Indigenous people in the ongoing struggle against intergenerational violence and colonialism," said Jerry Dias, Unifor National President.
  • "Members from coast to coast to coast came together in this fundraiser to support the life-altering work of the Mi'Kmaw Friendship Centre."
  • The Mi'Kmaw Friendship Centre serves as a focal point for the Halifax Indigenous community, providing programs that support Indigenous health, justice, employment, and education and offers a space to gather for community functions and events.