For the Epekwitnewaq Mi’kmaq, language, traditions, and relationships to land are a representation of rights in action. Practicing culture keeps collective rights active and visible in daily life. At L’nuey, culture guides our work.
Elders, as knowledge keepers and culture holders, share teachings with youth so that traditional ways and current practices are carried forward for future generations.
These teachings include significant parts of Mi’kmaw life such as the Mawio’mi, artisanship, food, medicines, and ways of knowing.
L’nuey thanks the community members who have shared their time, stories, and wisdom, and remains committed to supporting and protecting Mi’kmaw culture.
As Mi’kmaq, we share our teachings and honour our traditions with young and old alike. Hear our stories, and learn more about Mi’kmaw culture
Mi’kmaw Language
Language is central to Mi’kmaw identity and culture. Click any word below to hear its pronunciation.
Download the full Mi’kmaq Lexicon Dictionary to explore more words, phrases, and their meanings.
Culture Videos
Podcast Episodes
Strengthening Our Culture One Generation at a Time — With Elder Doreen Jenkins
L’nuey Communications Officer Sean Doke speaks with Elder Doreen Jenkins of Abegweit First Nation to discuss growing up Mi’kmaq, spiritual strength, embracing culture and traditions, and aspirations for the future of Mi’kmaw culture.
Woven Histories — With Keptin/Elder Jimmy Bernard
L’nuey Communications Officer Sean Doke speaks with Keptin and Elder Jimmy Bernard of Lennox Island First Nation about struggles and discrimination the Mi’kmaq have faced, the woven history of basket weaving and wisqoq – the black ash, and what he hopes to see for Mi’kmaw culture and traditions in the future.
