Entries by Ann Jacques

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Apoqonmatultiej Wellness Centre Has Its Grand Opening

On Tuesday, October 7th, the Apoqonmatultiej Wellness Centre held a grand opening event.  The Centre is officially open and is housed in the new expansion at Haven House at 2B Lnu Street in Listuguj. The grand opening consisted of giveaways, refreshments, and information on services the Wellness Centre has to offer. This new Centre is […]

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“All you need is an open mind and remember to be gentle with yourself.”

Listuguj’s Paige Isaac has built a strong foundation in the community with her educational and professional background. Formerly the Mi’gmaq Cultural Coordinator for the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government’s Education Directorate, she has now started LMDC’s Mi’gmaq Immersion Classes, and is also currently completing her Masters of Education this year with Cape Breton University.  In addition to […]

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September is FASD Awareness Month

FASD – Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder is a lifelong disability that affects the brain and body of people who were exposed to alcohol in the womb.  These disabilities could be physical, behavioral or intellectual. Drinking alcohol during pregnancy can cause permanent birth defects to babies and other defects such as: Brain damage (difficulties with learning, […]

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Mi’gmaq of Gespe’gewa’gi Announce Major Wind Development Partnership

August 27, 2025 Mi’gmaq of Gespe’gewa’gi announce major wind development partnership Gespe’gewa’gi, – Today marks an important step for the Mi’gmaq of Gespe’gewa’gi. In partnership with Alliance de l’énergie de l’Est and Hydro-Québec, the Mi’gmawei Mawiomi Business Corporation has committed to exploring the wind power potential of Gespe’gewa’gi. This initiative reflects the Mi’gmaq vision of […]

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Loni Vicaire Joins Commission’s Board of Directors as Administrator of the Mi’gmaq Nation

On September 10, Loni Vicaire, General Manager of Economic Development, and Julianne Wysote, Economic Development Officer, attended the Annual General Assembly (AGA) of the First Nations of Quebec and Labrador Economic Development Commission (FNQLEDC). Loni Vicaire was newly elected to the Commission’s Board of Directors as Administrator of the Mi’gmaq Nation for a two-year term. […]