Culture and Heritage

To have Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq, the Province of Nova Scotia and Government of Canada discuss issues, develop solutions and suggest actions with respect to M'kmaw culture and heritage.

Current topics of discussion include:

Language

Research

Culture and Heritage resource management

Commemoration and presentation of Mi'kmaw culture and heritage

The Culture and Heritage Working Committee includes representatives from:

- The Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq
- Union of Nova Scotia Indians
- Nova Scotia Native Women's Association
- Eskasoni First Nations
- Membertou First Nations
- Canadian Heritage
- Indian and Northern Affairs Canada
- Mi'kmaq Association of Cultural Studies
- NS Office of Aboriginal Affairs
- NS Department of Tourism & Culture
- Parks Canada
- Museum of Cultural History - Heritage Division

2007-2008 Workplan Goals
1- Investigate measures for protection of on-reserve archaeological sites.
2- Promote the understanding and use of Mi'kmaw place names throughout Nova Scotia.
3- Follow up on recommendations from report on options to secure Mi'kmaw language in Nova Scotia.
4- Establish strategy for the protection and presentation of the Bedford Barrens.
5- To develop a plan to transport the Mi'kmaw regalia from Australia to Nova Scotia.
6- To enhance the Mi'kmaw presence on highway signage, the NS Doer's and
Dreamers Guide and NS maps
7- Implementation of Strategic Action Plan - MCTN