News and Press Releases

Observing Migwite’tm 2026

juin 11, 2026|

MIGWITE’TM: I remember Introduction The relationship between the Mi'gmaq and salmon is well established, underscoring the vital importance of salmon to our people. Salmon have sustained our families for millennia and hold a fundamental social, dietary, and spiritual significance as a gift from Mother Earth. Settlers have had many issues with our inherent right to fish for salmon and to provide for our people. Since the 1700s, settlers have continually ...

Visite du FNQLSDI au SMM

juin 8, 2026|

MMS visit by FNQLSDI Last week, members of the consultation team at FNQLSDI (First Nations Quebec Labrador Sustainable Development Institute) visited Listuguj to meet with local First Nation Communities and organizations, aiming to better understand how SDI can collaborate and support consultations on all aspects. They were seeking feedback, questions, and overall challenges from the First Nations communities navigating the consultation process. This process can be overwhelming to smaller ...

300+ ans de paix et d’amitié : Mi’gma’gi demeure un territoire non cédé

juin 4, 2026|

300+ Years of Peace and Friendship: Mi’gma’gi is Unceded Today marks the 300th anniversary of the ratification of the 1725–1726 Peace and Friendship Treaty at Annapolis Royal (Parks Canada, 2023). While this is a monumental milestone, it has also led to widespread public misunderstanding about what occurred three centuries ago. The Peace and Friendship Treaties were not land-surrender documents. Even when viewed within the broader context of Canadian history, where the Crown ...

Visite de MMS aux Îles-de-la-Madeleine

Décembre 16, 2025|

MMS visit to the Magdalen Islands Earlier in October, members from the Consultation & Accommodation (C&A), and Ango’tmeq Nm’tginen (A.N) Teams had the opportunity to visit the Magdalen Islands to document and assess current and past projects in the region. The visit was made possible with the assistance of participatory consultation funding, on-site support & accommodations from regional liaisons / contacts from the Department ...

Job Opportunity – Administration Assistant

novembre 4, 2025|

Job Opportunity! MMS is seeking an individual to join our team as an Administration Assistant. Apply using the link below, or send your resume & cover letter to resume@migmawei.ca The closing date for this posting is November 28th at 4:00 PM. Click the image below to apply!

Mi’gmawei Mawio’mi Secretariat Condemns the Exclusion of Mi’gmaq Rights in MRC Decision to Reject Protected Area Projects

Décembre 16, 2024|

News and Press Releases Mi’gmawei Mawio’mi Secretariat Condemns the Exclusion of Mi’gmaq Rights in MRC Decision to Reject Protected Area Projects Monday December 16, 2024 - Listuguj, Quebec – The Mi’gmawei Mawio’mi Secretariat (MMS) expresses dismay and deep concern regarding the recent announcement by the MRC of Haute Gaspésie to outright reject 20 proposed protected area projects in Quebec’s initiative to protect 30% of land within the province by ...