North Shore Mi'kmaq Tribal Council - NSMTC

06/12/2026

💥 We’re excited to welcome participants from Pabineau First Nation at the 2026 Atlantic Indigenous-Led Energy Symposium ! Each Atlantic Indigenous community is eligible to receive three complimentary passes to ensure your voices are in the room as we shape our energy future together.

We encourage all community representatives to claim their passes today and join the important conversations ahead.

➡️ Community leadership: If you’re unsure how to claim your passes, please contact [email protected] for support.

💥 Secure Your tickets today : https://nsmtc.ca/ailes/

📅 Dates: September 22–24, 2026
📍 Location: Saint John Trade and Convention Centre, Saint John, NB

🌿 Theme: From Tradition to Transformation: Indigenous Knowledge Guiding our Energy Future



Eel River Bar Band Office
Wagmatcook FN
Sipekne'katik First Nation
St. Mary's First Nation



Natoaganeg First Nation
Millbrook First Nation
Miawpukek Mi'kamawey Mawi'omi
Membertou Community

Glooscap First Nation Site

Annapolis Valley First Nation
Bilijk Band Administration Page

06/11/2026

The first On-the-Land Pedagogy gathering in Ugpi’ganjig (Eel River Bar) brought together fifteen Early Years Educators for a learning experience rooted in Indigenous ways of knowing and being. 🌿💚

Through shared teachings, cultural activities, reflection, and hands-on learning on the land, participants explored how land-based learning supports children’s holistic development while strengthening connections to language, culture, identity, and community.

Wela’lieg to the Elders, Knowledge Keepers, facilitators, and participants who helped make this gathering possible and supported a strong foundation for future land-based learning in First Nations Early Learning and Child Care.

➡️ Learn more about NSMTC’s Early Learning and Child Care program: https://nsmtc.ca/health-services/early-learning-child-care/

06/10/2026

NSMTC summer intern Mariah Ward recently attended the Indigenous Women in STEM Workshop at McMaster University.

“It was an honour to attend this workshop. Seeing so many young Indigenous women engaged, curious, and excited about STEM was inspiring and highlighted the importance of creating opportunities like these.”

This summer, Mariah will bring that learning home by helping lead STEM camps for Indigenous youth in our Member Nation communities. As NSMTC continues work in energy, environmental stewardship, and nuclear conversations, experiences like this help Indigenous youth explore STEM and see where it can take them.

Photo credit: Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC)

06/10/2026

The Senate Committee on Indigenous Peoples is inviting First Nations, Métis and Inuit youth leaders ages 18 to 35 to apply for Voices of Youth Indigenous Leaders.

Selected participants will travel to Ottawa from October 27-29, 2026, to share their leadership experiences and ideas with senators. Travel and accommodation expenses will be covered.

➡️ Learn more and apply: https://sencanada.ca/en/committees/appa/misc/voices-of-youth-indigenous-leaders
➡️ Application deadline: July 31, 2026

06/10/2026

📢 REMINDER! Happening tomorrow, June 11!

The NSMTC Energy Services department is launching two new online tools to support knowledge sharing with First Nations communities around critical minerals in New Brunswick.

Join us for a virtual information session and live walkthrough of the interactive StoryMap and GIS MapViewer. Participants will also have an opportunity to ask questions.

➡️ Date and Time: Thursday, June 11 at 3pm
➡️ Register for the Virtual Information Session: https://nsmtc.ca/critical-minerals/

06/09/2026

Our 2026 NSMTC Youth Earth Day Poster Contest brought in 50 posters from kids across our Member Nation communities! This year’s theme was “We Are All Part of Nature.” 🌎🎨

A big congratulations to our contest winners:
➡️ Ophelia M. – Ugpi’ganjig
➡️ Olivia M. – Metepenagiag
➡️ Nevaeh N. – Natoaganeg
➡️ Nala L. – Ugpi’ganjig
➡️ Kelsey F. – L’nui Menikuk
➡️ Freya G. – Natoaganeg
➡️ Rider M. – Tjipõgtõtjg

Wela’lieg to all the young Mi'kmaq artists who shared their creativity with us! Prizes for this contest will be distributed in the coming weeks.

06/09/2026

REMINDER: Closing dates are coming up for the following NSMTC job opportunities!

➡️ Communications Coordinator
Supports content creation, social media, events, and department communications.
Closing date: 📅 Thursday, June 11

➡️ Complex Case Manager
Supports children and families navigating complex care needs through Jordan’s Principle.
Closing date: 📅 Tuesday, June 16

🔴 View full job postings here: https://nsmtc.ca/jobs/
🔴 Apply by email: [email protected]

06/08/2026

💥 Join us at the Atlantic Indigenous Led Energy Symposium (AILES) this September 22–24 as a featured creator! We are putting out an official Call for Indigenous Artisans to anchor our event market. Network with delegates from across Turtle Island, promote your brand, and drive economic independence through your art.

📧 For more info or to express your interest, visit https://nsmtc.ca/ailes/artisan-market/ today!

06/06/2026

We’re in Metepenagiag with Mi'gmawel Tplu'taqnn Inc. (MTI) and community members for a Mawio’mi marking 300 years since the signing of the 1725/26 Peace and Friendship Treaties.

In this video by MTI, Mi'kmaq lawyer Rosalie Francis explains the Peace and Friendship Treaties and their ongoing importance: https://youtu.be/KN7CLcvnIYA?si=00lW8Xdh_Lcv2Lbh⁠

We are all Treaty People.

06/03/2026