October 1st is Treaty Day.
It kicks off Mi’kmaw History Month which provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn about and celebrate the Mi’kmaq and their culture, heritage and language.
According to the province, the day marks the significance of the treaty relationship and recognizes the important contributions of the Mi’kmaq to Nova Scotia. It began in 1986 with the signing of a proclamation by then Grand Chief Donald Marshall Senior.
Treaty Day events will be held Tuesday at various venues in downtown Halifax:
- church service at St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica, 5221 Spring Garden Rd., 10:30 a.m.
- flag-raising ceremony at Government House, 1451 Barrington St., noon
- veterans’ parade from Government House to Peace and Friendship Park, 1170 Hollis St., 1:15 p.m.
- awards ceremony at Kenneth C. Rowe Heritage Hall, Pier 21, 1055 Marginal Rd., 2 p.m.
The theme of Mi’kmaw History Month this year is food and its significance in Mi’kmaw culture.
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