2016 In Review
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AFN National Chief Visits Listuguj
Issue 26, Aug. 2016
The Assembly of First Nations National Chief, Perry Bellegarde, visited Listuguj during the Powwow weekend last year. It was his first time in the community.
Bellegarde met with…
VIDEO: Don Burnstick
Arts, VideoWhile in Listuguj, Don Burnstick sat down with Nujignua'tegeg's Tyler Morrison to talk about his career and the power of comedy.
Don Burnstick: “laughter is good medicine”
ArtsDon Burnstick uses humour and performance to provide a holistic approach to healing. He was invited to Listuguj for National Addictions Awareness Week, to talk about well-being, sobriety and anti-violence.
His opening statements were sobering.…
Nta’tugwaqanminen — Our Story
Arts, NewsMore than 60 people gathered under the new LMG tent at Moffat landing for the presentation of the book Nta’tugwaqanminen - Our Story.
The book produced by the Mi’gmawei Mawiomi Secretariat is the fruit of many years of research, reflections…
Painting: A healing journey
ArtsWhen your work is displayed around the continent, attracting the attention of famous artists, and selling within 30 seconds of being posted on social media, some people could probably call you an “artist.” But Tracey Metallic-Barnaby…
Inspiring Mi’gmaq Writers
ArtsIn an effort to promote Mi’gmaq stories — and to encourage the writing talent in the area — the Chiefs of the three communities represented by the Mi’gmawei Mawiomi Secretariat (MMS) created the Mi’gmaq Writer’s Award.
It officially…
DJ XS7 is working hard
ArtsAlex Jerome has been building a career one step at a time. Gesgepegiac to Campbellton, to Moncton, to Halifax, to Toronto. Next – Europe, and rest of the world.
As DJ XS7, Jerome has been developing his skills for years. He now lives off…
FILM: Passing Moments
Arts“Passing Moments” is a relatable and poetic approach to loss.
“I guess it’s kind of a little about dealing with it,” said Melissa Girvan, the filmmaker. “Some people get so stuck in the past and things that happen. I…
FILM: LUJ 051
ArtsMallory Metallic’s film is driven by curiosity – what is it like to work at the Listuguj Police Department, and not be from here?
The film offers a small glimpse into the lives of the officers. The cameras tag along, and learn about …
Riverside Recording their First Video
Arts, ProfileMark Morrison and Timmy Isaac have been playing music together for 15 years. They’re making their first music video together right now, with Wapikoni. Their band is called “Riverside.”
Morrison worked on a couple Wapikoni projects last…