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Skip to content Open toolbar Accessibility Tools Accessibility Tools * Increase TextIncrease Text * Decrease TextDecrease Text * GrayscaleGrayscale * High ContrastHigh Contrast * Light BackgroundLight Background * Links UnderlineLinks Underline * Reset Reset Skip to content KWILMU’KW MAW-KLUSUAQN – WE ARE SEEKING CONSENSUS * Home * About Us * About Us * Mission Statement * The Five Pillars * Our History * Our Team * Accomplishments * Consultation * Rights Implementation * ANSMC * ANSMC Members * Meeting Highlights * Media Releases * Departments * Archaeology * Benefits * Child Family * Energy * Fisheries * Governance * Social * Cultural Tourism * Nova Scotia Power * Forestry * Wildlife * Lands * Contact Us KWILMU’KW MAW-KLUSUAQN We Are Seeking Consensus Learn more PJILA’SI Welcome Learn more PrevNext PJILA’SI – KWILMU’KW MAW-KLUSUAQN KWILMU’KW MAW-KLUSUAQN IS SEEKING CONSENSUS ON THE BEST WAYS TO IMPLEMENT OUR ABORIGINAL AND TREATY RIGHTS… FOR NOW, AND FOR SEVEN GENERATIONS TO COME. ABOUT US We work on behalf of the Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia in discussions with the Province of Nova Scotia and the Government of Canada on how the Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia will implement their Treaty Rights, as provided by our ancestors in the covenant chain of Treaties signed in the 1700’s. This site is constantly updated with information, educational materials and ways to provide input and guidance on our work, so please check back regularly. Learn More T’AN TELIAQ AQ KI’S TELIAQ NEWS AND UPDATES ASSEMBLY HONOURS AND REMEMBERS MI’KMAW ELDER, JOE B. MARSHALL Posted in ANSMC, Culture by Crystal Dorey on January 22, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 22, 2024 The Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs extends condolences to the family and friends of their former Senior Mi’kmaw Advisor and trusted Mi’kmaw Elder, Joe B. Marshall. “We have lost a true advocate and leader,” expressed Chief Sidney Peters, Co-Chair of the Assembly. “Joe Show more KMK NEWSLETTER – FALL 2023 Posted in Culture by Hailey Isadore on January 18, 2024 Our Fall 2023 Newsletter! Click the link below to read the full issue: Fall 2023 Newsletter Show more KMK NEWSLETTER – SUMMER 2023 Posted in Culture by Crystal Dorey on September 27, 2023 Our Summer 2023 Newsletter! Click the link below to read the full issue: Summer 2023 Newsletter Show more Show More Special Use Agreement Areas Forestry and Rights Implementation KMKNO helped to establish Special Use Agreement Areas where lands within National Parks are to be used by the Mi’kmaq, including the development of special management harvesting agreements. These agreements include the Moose Management Agreement for the Cape Breton Highlands National Park, and a Birch Bark Harvesting Agreement in the Kejimkujik National park. Mi’kmaq Forestry Initiative Forestry Secured lands near St. Croix and in Digby county which have since become the foundation of the Mi’kmaq Forestry Initiative. These blocks total over 50,000 acres of forested lands. In size, they are more than double the area of all current Mi’kmaq reserves in Nova Scotia put together. Work continues with CMM and UINR on this important initiative. Coastal Erosion and Burial Grounds on the Bras d’Or Archaeological Research Division According to the Assembly’s human remains protocol, ancestors should be left to rest, and their remains should not be disturbed. KMKNO has taken measures to protect two burial sites that had begun eroding, mostly as a result of storm action. — Mi’kmaq Park Passes Rights Implementation The establishment of the Parks Canada Interim Arrangement and Mi’kmaq Park Passes which gives the Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia free access to any National Park and National Historic Site in Nova Scotia. — Special Use Agreement Areas Forestry and Rights Implementation KMKNO helped to establish Special Use Agreement Areas where lands within National Parks are to be used by the Mi’kmaq, including the development of special management harvesting agreements. These agreements include the Moose Management Agreement for the Cape Breton Highlands National Park, and a Birch Bark Harvesting Agreement in the Kejimkujik National park. Mi’kmaq Forestry Initiative Forestry Secured lands near St. Croix and in Digby county which have since become the foundation of the Mi’kmaq Forestry Initiative. These blocks total over 50,000 acres of forested lands. In size, they are more than double the area of all current Mi’kmaq reserves in Nova Scotia put together. Work continues with CMM and UINR on this important initiative. 1 2 3 4 KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS Learn some of the many accomplishments we have made. Learn More CONSULTATION IN 2004 AND 2005, THE SUPREME COURT OF CANADA (SCC) HANDED DOWN THREE LANDMARK DECISIONS THAT FOUND THE CROWN (PROVINCIAL AND FEDERAL) HAS A DUTY TO CONSULT WITH ABORIGINAL PEOPLES REGARDING DECISIONS OR TAKING ACTIONS THAT MIGHT ADVERSELY AFFECT THEIR ESTABLISHED OR POTENTIAL ABORIGINAL RIGHTS AND TREATY RIGHTS (HAIDA AND TAKU, 2004, MIKISEW CREE,2005). ABOUT CONSULTATION We have never surrendered, ceded or sold the Aboriginal Title to any lands and resources in Nova Scotia. The lands, waters and resources are tied to who we are. Show more WHAT WE ARE PROTECTING The Mi’kmaq have always had a strong connection to the lands and waters. KMK works under the guidance of the Assembly to promote and protect Mi’kmaq Treaty Rights. Show more WHAT WE ARE WORKING ON We currently have over 600 active consultations which include a broad scope of areas in various stages of development. Show more APPROXIMATE PROJECTS 166Pending 657Ongoing 28Inactive 868All CONSULTATION NEWS SINCE 2004, KMK HAS BEEN ACTIVELY ENGAGED IN MEANINGFUL AND PRODUCTIVE CONSULTATIONS ON A NUMBER OF PROJECTS IN DIVERSE FIELDS, ON BEHALF OF THE ASSEMBLY OF NOVA SCOTIA MI’KMAW CHIEFS. ASSEMBLY CALLS FOR AVON RIVER MINISTERIAL ORDER TO BE REINSTATED Posted in ANSMC, Consultation by Crystal Dorey on June 13, 2023 June 13, 2023 On June 1, the Nova Scotia Provincial Emergency Management Office announced they would be closing the gates at the Avon causeway in Windsor, to re-establish a reservoir (Lake Pisiquid) for possible wildfire suppression. This quickly shifted into concern over dry hydrants located above the Avon causeway. While Show more CANADA’S ATTEMPTS TO CHANGE THE INDIAN ACT WITHOUT ADEQUATE CONSULTATION MUST STOP! Posted in ANSMC, Consultation, Rights Implementation by Crystal Dorey on October 31, 2022 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 31, 2022 On October 21, 2022, the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs (Assembly) was made aware that the Government of Canada is intending to make changes to the Indian Act. This information was brought to their attention by a third-party, not by the Department of Show more ASSEMBLY ASSESS FUTURE OF OWL’S HEAD PROVINCIAL PARK Posted in ANSMC, Consultation by Crystal Dorey on November 30, 2021 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 30, 2021 The Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs (Assembly) has long been concerned with the potential sale of lands at Owl’s Head Provincial Park, a 267.62 ha parcel of Crown land located near Little Harbour and Clam Harbour, Halifax County. The lands were to be Show more Show More RIGHTS IMPLEMENTATION FINDING WAYS TO IMPLEMENT MI’KMAW TREATY RIGHTS IN PRESENT DAY IS CONDUCTED THROUGH A SERIES OF MEETINGS WITH THE MI’KMAQ OF NOVA SCOTIA, THE PROVINCE OF NOVA SCOTIA AND THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA. MI’KMAW RIGHTS AND TITLE ARE ALWAYS PROTECTED DURING THESE DISCUSSIONS AND NEW MODERN-DAY TREATIES WILL NEVER BE CONSIDERED. HOW THE PROCESS WORKS The staff at KMK conducts research and meets with the Mi’kmaw communities and organizations to research a variety of options and approaches to current Aboriginal and Treaty issues, such as land claims and self-governance. We then use this research to present facts and information to the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs, who provide direction to KMK. Before moving forward, the Chiefs ensure they have the support of their Councils and communities. Learn More RELATED ARTICLES NEWSLETTER – FALL 2022 Posted in Culture, Rights Implementation by Crystal Dorey on November 22, 2022 Our Fall 2022 KMK Newsletter. Click the link below to read the full issue: KMK Newsletter – Fall 2022 KMK Newsletter_Fall 2022 Show more CANADA’S ATTEMPTS TO CHANGE THE INDIAN ACT WITHOUT ADEQUATE CONSULTATION MUST STOP! Posted in ANSMC, Consultation, Rights Implementation by Crystal Dorey on October 31, 2022 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 31, 2022 On October 21, 2022, the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs (Assembly) was made aware that the Government of Canada is intending to make changes to the Indian Act. This information was brought to their attention by a third-party, not by the Department of Show more PICTOU LANDING FIRST NATION LIVELIHOOD FISHERY SET TO BEGIN Posted in ANSMC, Fisheries, Rights Implementation by Crystal Dorey on April 29, 2022 April 29, 2022 Mi’kmaw Harvesters from Pictou Landing First Nation will be taking to the waters under their community’s Netukulimk Livelihood Fisheries Plan, to fish for a moderate livelihood on April 30, 2022. Like many Mi’kmaw communities, Pictou Landing has been working with their community members to develop a Netukulimk Show more Show More THE ASSEMBLY OF NOVA SCOTIA MI’KMAW CHIEFS THE ASSEMBLY OF NOVA SCOTIA MI’KMAW CHIEFS IS THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF DECISION MAKING IN THE MADE-IN-NOVA SCOTIA PROCESS. ALL DECISIONS AND DIRECTIONS ARE OBTAINED AT THIS LEVEL. ANSMC MEMBERS The ANSMC is an unincorporated association consisting of 11 Mi'kmaw Chiefs from the Nova Scotia Mi'kmaw communities. It meets on a monthly basis to deliberate on issues common to all, and is the aggregate governance institution for the Mi'kmaq in the province. Its work includes providing direction to KMK in the Made-in-Nova Scotia process concerning the implementation of Mi'kmaw Aboriginal and Treaty rights. Who We AreMeeting Highlights ANSMC MEDIA RELEASES ASSEMBLY HONOURS AND REMEMBERS MI’KMAW ELDER, JOE B. MARSHALL Posted in ANSMC, Culture by Crystal Dorey on January 22, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 22, 2024 The Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs extends condolences to the family and friends of their former Senior Mi’kmaw Advisor and trusted Mi’kmaw Elder, Joe B. Marshall. “We have lost a true advocate and leader,” expressed Chief Sidney Peters, Co-Chair of the Assembly. “Joe Show more ASSEMBLY CONGRATULATE AND WELCOME NEW AFN NATIONAL CHIEF CINDY WOODHOUSE Posted in ANSMC by Crystal Dorey on December 8, 2023 Yesterday, in Ottawa, Cindy Woodhouse was elected as the National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN). National Chief Woodhouse previously served as the AFN Regional Chief for Manitoba. Many of the Chiefs from Nova Scotia were in Ottawa to participate in the election process. “We congratulate National Chief Show more MI’KMAW COMMUNITIES CONDEMN DFO’S POSITION ON LOBSTER TRAP ALLOCATION Posted in ANSMC, Fisheries by Crystal Dorey on November 24, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 24, 2023 In May 2023, Mi’kmaw communities in the traditional district of Kespukwitk – Annapolis Valley, Bear River, Glooscap and Wasoqopa’q (Acadia) – contacted the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) to discuss the expected participation levels of Treaty Right Protected (TRP) lobster harvesters from Show more Show More DEPARTMENTS KMK IS A TEAM OF DEDICATED INDIVIDUALS WHO WORK ON BEHALF OF THE MI’KMAQ OF NOVA SCOTIA. THE KMK TEAM TAKES ALL THEIR DIRECTION FROM THE ASSEMBLY OF NOVA SCOTIA MI’KMAW CHIEFS. ARCHAEOLOGY KMK’s Archaeology Research Division (ARD) was given the mandate to protect archaeological resources and burials... BENEFITS The KMK Benefits Department works to ensure Mi’kmaq inclusion and participation in projects happening in... CHILD FAMILY INITIATIVE In 2015, the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs met with the province to discuss the Child... ENERGY Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq recognize that quality, affordable energy is important to our communities. FISHERIES The Mi’kmaq of NS have been working to implement their Treaty right to fish. GOVERNANCE For the Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia to have our own government – delivering our own... SOCIAL On September 25, 2020, the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs authorized the creation of... CULTURAL TOURISM Building on the growing body of research and work done to develop and grow Mi’kmaq... NOVA SCOTIA POWER INC. Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) has been conducting refurbishment work to their hydro dams primarily to be compliant with the Canadian... FORESTRY The Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia are rights holders over the lands of Nova Scotia. The... WILDLIFE Our Wildlife Department has been very active over the last few years, with special interest... LANDS The main goal of the Lands Department is to provide the Assembly of Nova Scotia... STAY INFORMED * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * WANT TO LEARN MORE? Come explore more articles regarding the ongoing activities and other current events. Learn More CONTACT US GENERAL CONTACT INFORMATION. CONTACT US This contact form is for general enquiries. Please contact our main office to reach a specific person or department. Main Address (map) Kwilmu’kw Maw-klusuaqn 75 Treaty Trail, Millbrook, NS B6L 1W3 Telephone 888.803-3880 – Toll Free (Main Office) 902.843.3880 – Main Office Fax 902.843.3882 – Main Office Email info@mikmaqrights.com*protected email* Name * Email * Subject * Message Website Submit Kwilmu’kw Maw-klusuaqn takes direction from the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs in their work on behalf of the Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia, with the Province of Nova Scotia and the Government of Canada on the discussion of Rights Implementation. KMK was developed by the Mi’kmaq, for the Mi’kmaq. Through these discussions, we hope that the Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia can finally implement our Rights from the Treaties signed by our ancestors in the 1700’s. IMAGE GALLERY * * * * * * * * CAREERS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE As we grow, KMK is always looking for bright, motivated individuals to join our team. Apply today! 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