Mi'kmaq Grand Council
The Mi'kmaq Grand Council is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and leading the Mi'kmaq people. Join us in our mission to foster community, culture, and governance.
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A proud legacy & bright future
The Mi'kmaq Grand Council serves as a vital governing body for the MI'kmaw people, promoting unity and cultural preservation. It plays a crucial role in advocating for the rights and interests of the community, ensuring that their heritage, traditions, and treaties are respected and upheld.
Grand Council Pre-Contact
Traditional Grand Council leadership and governance before European arrival.
Districts of Mi’kma’ki
Seven districts that formed the backbone of Mi’kmaq governance and identity.
The Lost Story of the 1759 Treaty
A promise of peace and rights that continues to shape Mi’kmaq legal struggles.
Seven Sacred Teachings
Core teachings that guide Mi’kmaq harmony, respect, and balance with all life.
Roles of Mi'kmaq Women
Resilient Mi’kmaq women as knowledge keepers, cultural leaders, and powerful voices.
Centralization – A failed experiment
Centralization policies that forced relocation and fractured Mi’kmaq governance.
Decline of Grand Council Power
Colonization, conversion, and the Indian Act eroding traditional Grand Council authority.
Formation & Evolution of UNSM
The creation of the Union of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq to protect rights and strengthen political voice.
Note: Much of Mi'kmaw history has been passed down through oral tradition. The stories and histories shared here are based largely on those oral accounts, which may vary slightly between communities, Elders, and storytellers. These variations are a natural and valued part of the oral tradition. If you have any questions about these histories, or would like to contribute with information passed down to you, please contact us at grandcouncil@unsm.org.