Strait Regional Centre for Education Celebrates Mi'kmaw History Month 2025: A’tukwemk aq A’tukowinu’k – Storytelling and Storytellers
October 1 marks Treaty Day and the beginning of Mi’kmaw History Month in Nova Scotia—a time to honour the legacy, culture and contributions of the Mi’kmaw people.
Throughout the year—and especially during October—teachers engage students in meaningful activities that explore the connections between our shared past and present, deepening understanding through Treaty Education and cultural learning. Mi’kmaw History Month invites all of us to reflect on the rich history, achievements and traditions of the Mi’kmaw community.
The theme of Mi’kmaw History Month 2025 is Storytelling and Storytellers. As the provincial poster shares, the theme celebrates the power of stories in Mi’kma’kik—stories shaped by the land and waters, carried through generations, and alive with laughter, teaching, and truth. Storytelling remains a living record of Mi’kmaw science, history, and values, connecting people to each other and to the ancestors who came before.
In the spirit of peace, friendship, truth and reconciliation, the Strait Regional Centre for Education encourages students, staff, parents, guardians, families and community partners to share in the celebration of Mi’kmaw History Month 2025.
We Are All Treaty People. Every Child Matters / E’tasiw mijuaj’jij sespete’tasit.
There are a number of valuable educational on-line resources included below that will provide information and insight into the contributions of people of Mi'kmaq heritage in Nova Scotia, Canada and the world.
Treaty Relationship and Education Nova Scotia
Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada
Mi'gmaq/Mi’kmaq Online Talking Dictionary Project
Mi’kmaw History Month
Mi’kmaq Rights Initiative-Kwilmu’kw Maw-Klusuaqn
Mi’kmaq Services: Nova Scotia Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
Mi’kmawey Debert Cultural Centre
New Journeys
Office of L’nu Affairs - Province of Nova Scotia
Peace and Friendship Treaties
Tepi’ketuek Mi’kmaw Archives
The Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq
Union of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq