2016 In Review

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NEWS 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

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While 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”

Don 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

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More 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

When 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

In 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

Alex 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

“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

Mallory 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

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Mark 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…