October 1 is Treaty Day and the start of Mi’kmaq History Month. Proclaimed in our province in 1993, Mi’kmaq History Month promotes awareness of Mi’kmaq culture and heritage for all citizens of Nova Scotia.
“As we acknowledge in our opening remarks at every major Mount event, we live on traditional Mi’kmaq territory. It is our duty as Nova Scotians and Canadians to honour and increase our understanding of the province’s rich Mi’kmaq culture. This is a priority for our University.” – Dr. Mary Bluechardt, President and Vice-Chancellor
Members of the Mount community are invited to join in this event to mark the start of Mi’kmaq History Month:
Treaty Day celebration featuring the singing group Stoney Bear
When: Monday, October 1, 2018 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Wikuom on campus (located, at the corner of College and Seton Roads, near Evaristus Hall – map)
Stoney Bear is “a Mi’kmaq contemporary style singing group and one of Atlantic Canada’s premiere singing groups, based out of Eskasoni, Nova Scotia.” The group will be joined by Aboriginal dancers.
Also coming up this week:
Against All Odds – Indigenous Life in Urban Canada – The Experience of Winnipeg’s Neeginan Centre: A presentation by William (Bill) Shead
Hosted by the Aboriginal Student Centre and Department of History
When: Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at 2 p.m.
Where: Seton Academic Centre, Auditoriums B and C (enter via the 4th floor)
