Juku'e

In this Juku’e episode, Nova Scotia/Newfoundland Assembly of First Nations Regional Chief Paul Prosper joins Sean Doke in this honest, insightful and powerful discussion on the impacts of residential schools, growing up Mi’kmaq, the importance of being united, reconciliation as a journey and SO MUCH MORE. You don’t want to miss this one!

In this episode, L’nuey Communications Officer Sean Doke welcomes Zabrina Whitman back to the podcast to discuss an update on the beneficiary process, now known as N’in aq No’kmaq (translating to "Me and My Relations” in English), and what this means for Epekwitnewaq Mi’kmaq communities now and in the future.

In this episode, L’nuey Communications Officer Sean Doke speaks with colleague Annie Martin to delve into some of the history behind the Peace and Friendship Treaties that were signed between the Mi’kmaq and the Crown, and why they are still relevant today.

In this episode, L’nuey Communications Officer Sean Doke speaks with Epekwitk (PEI) Senator Brian Francis to discuss the first ever National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and what this means for Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples across Canada.

In this episode, L’nuey Communications Officer Sean Doke speaks with Chief Darlene Bernard of Lennox Island First Nation to discuss the new proposed national park reserve – Pituamkek – and how the Epekwitnewaq Mi’kmaq will be involved, and what this may mean for future generations.

In this episode, L’nuey Communications Officer Sean Doke speaks with Chief Junior Gould of Abegweit First Nation to hear about residential schools and the impact they have had. Listen to Chief Gould share his story and perspective on the residential schools system, the effects that are still felt today, and what needs to change moving forward.

In this episode, L’nuey Communications Officer Sean Doke picks up where he left off with Senior Negotiator Tracey Cutcliffe to hear about priority of access to the fisheries, the Treaty Protected Fishery, and how the Epekwitk Mi’kmaq are planning to exercise their treaty protected rights. If you’d like to learn more, visit lnuey.ca/fisheries for more information.

In this episode, L’nuey Communications Officer Sean Doke speaks with colleague and Senior Negotiator Tracey Cutcliffe to get an in-depth explanation of the complex legal history behind the “Moderate Livelihood” or "Treaty Protected Fishery". Stay tuned for part two, which will focus on priority of access to the fisheries, the Treaty Protected Fishery, and how the Epekwitk Mi’kmaq are planning to e...

In this episode, L'nuey Communications Officer Sean Doke speaks with colleague and Historical Researcher Tammy MacDonald to highlight stories of Epekwitk Mi'kmaq Veterans as a way to honour and remember those who have served in both World Wars, Korea and various conflicts and missions as we approach the end of November and this month of remembrance.

In this episode L'nuey Communications Officer Sean Doke speaks with colleague and fellow Communications Officer Annie Martin to discuss L'nuey's virtual contributions during Mi'kmaq History Month in Epekwitk (PEI). The conversation highlights some questions that have been received in response to L'nuey's Mi'kmaq History Month Giveaway, along with answers.

In this episode L'nuey Communications Officer Sean Doke speaks with Zabrina Whitman to discuss how the Mi'kmaq of Epekwitk will begin the process of determining who can access and who is an heir of Mi’kmaq Treaties and Aboriginal Rights and Title, and how we can build on the work accomplished through the Nova Scotia process.

In this introductory episode L'nuey Communications Officer Sean Doke introduces the organization's new podcast series "Juku'e" and speaks with L'nuey's Executive Director Jenene Wooldridge to discuss L'nuey, it's mission, along with some recent and upcoming initiatives.