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Miramichi, NB – Atlantic salmon in the Miramichi River are in crisis – and a new plan from the North Shore Mi’kmaq Tribal Council (NSMTC) offers a path forward.  Plamu – the Mi’kmaq word for Atlantic salmon – have declined sharply due to predation and climate change. Once abundant, salmon populations in the Miramichi now…

The North Shore Mi’kmaq Tribal Council (NSMTC) and the Wolastoqey Nation in New Brunswick (WNNB) have published the New Brunswick Small Modular (SMR) Indigenous Supply Chain Overview and Gap Analysis, a report that identifies key gaps and opportunities for Indigenous participation in the province’s emerging small modular reactor (SMR) supply chain. Funded by Natural Resources…

On March 13, 2024, New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) shared the following story: March 13, 2025 | Fort Folly, NB — Foresight Canada is excited to partner with Amlamgog (Fort Folly) First Nation to launch the Amlamgog Community Microgrid Challenge, inviting innovators to present scalable, renewable energy technologies that enhance community energy resilience, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and…

March 25, 2025 – Last month, Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) released an “Operational Bulletin” announcing and outlining operational changes to the Jordan’s Principle Initiative. Regional Chief Joanna Bernard called an Emergency Meeting with Mi’kmaq and Wolastoqey Chiefs. These changes raise serious concerns about the commitment and implementation of Jordan’s Principle for First Nations children.  The…

Click here to download the Statement from the Chiefs On February 11th, Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) Minister Patty Hajdu released a statement and bulletin announcing substantial changes to the Jordan’s Principle program. We understand these changes may reduce the services covered under Jordan’s Principle and affect the support many community members rely on. We want…

NB Power is continuing its roll-out of Smart Meters across New Brunswick, with installations in Area 2 scheduled to begin in spring 2025. The North Shore Mi’kmaq Tribal Council is providing information to help communities stay informed and prepared for the Smart Meter Program. Learn more: nbpower.com/smartmeters

On March 8th, 2025, Rewind 95.9 (CHHI-FM) aired an interview featuring Shay Ward, Service Coordinator Assistant for the North Shore Mi’kmaq Tribal Council’s Jordan’s Principle program:

Metepenagiag Mi’kmaq Nation, New Brunswick – Weso’tmk Samqwan Incorporated, an Indigenous organization focused on providing safe, reliable, and sustainable water and wastewater services, has signed a framework agreement with Indigenous Services Canada (ISC). The agreement sets the stage to transfer the support services for water and wastewater systems from the Government of Canada to Weso’tmk…

On February 13th, 2025, the Atlantic Salmon Federation shared the following story by their NB Program Director, David Roth: In the spring of 2024, the Atlantic Salmon Federation (ASF) partnered with the North Shore Mi’kmaq Tribal Council (NSMTC), the Miramichi Salmon Association (MSA) and the Canadian Rivers Institute (CRI), with support from the Foundation for…

On February 13th, 2024 CBC News shared the following story: Canada has announced sweeping changes to a program designed to ensure First Nations kids get the care and supports they need, when they need them. That includes barring funding approvals under Jordan’s Principle for home renovations, sporting events, international travel, non-medical supports or school-related requests…