The Two-Eyed Seeing Program is teaming up with Mi’kmaw artist Jessica Jerome to paint a mural at MSVU!
We're looking for student artists to work alongside Jessica:
1 MSVU student
1 student in grades 7–9
Honorarium included!
Email [email protected] by June 30, 2025.

ALT The poster includes 2 paint brushes and the Two-Eyed Seeing Program Logo. It says: LOOKING FOR STUDENT ARTISTS. The Two-Eyed Seeing Program is collaborating with Mi’kmaw artist Jessica Jerome to paint a mural in the Mount Saint Vincent University library! Jessica will mentor and work alongside two student artists. We are looking for: -1 MSVU student -1 student in grades 7-9 Please tell us about yourself and send images of your artwork to [email protected] by June 30, 2025. Students will receive an honorarium for their time
The Alexa McDonough Institute recently hosted its annual Girls Conference. It was a fantastic event attended by 300+ girls and young women. We’re so proud of our team members who supported it by speaking, volunteering, and helping to organize the event! A great job done by all.
GIVEAWAY! Win a signed copy of the Mi’kmaw Moons book! With the spring Sqoljuiku’s Moon in the sky, it is Frogs Croaking Time. 🌱
To enter the giveaway:
1. Follow us
2. Comment your favourite thing about spring!
Closes May 25. Good luck!
The Atlantic Indigenous Mentorship Network’s 2025-26 KSP Scholarship is open!
Up to $15K for grad/post-professional Indigenous students doing community-led wellbeing research.
Apply by June 6, 5PM Atlantic Time!
Info: atlantic-imn.ca/copy-of-oppo…
Did you know our Program Coordinator, Cathy LeBlanc, co-authored a book with physicist David Chapman? Mi'kmaw Moons uses Two-Eyed Seeing to explore lunar cycles.
We’re now in Sqoljuiku’s [Skoalch-ooh-we-goos] Moon—Frogs Croaking Time until about June 5! 🐸🌙
Super exciting news! Our very own Cathy LeBlanc is a Trailblazer Panelist at the 2025 Girl’s Conference hosted by @AMI_MSVU ! 🎉
May 22 at MSVU for self-identifying girls ages 13–18.
More info and registration here: register.onitevents.ca/event…
Tuma Young delivered a keynote at the @scienceatlantic Nutrition & Foods Conference, exploring treaties, Mi’kmaw food traditions, and the ties between food, culture, and identity—a powerful reminder that we need to understand this before working with food. Thank you, Tuma!
Last year, we partnered with Native Council to explore
our coodinator Cathy's book Mi'kmaw Moons, and setting goals. This year, we reflected on our aspirations for 2025! It was a joy reconnecting and welcoming new faces. Thank you for joining us—we can’t wait for next year!
Krista and Shannan recently visited Elder Albert Marshall for an afternoon of laughter, stories, and learning. We are so grateful for his kindness and wisdom-- it's always an honour to spend time with him!
We're sponsoring a FREE talk at the @scienceatlantic Nutrition & Foods Conference! Join Tuma Young as he challenges delegates to think beyond Western perspectives.
📅 March 28 | ⏰ 7–8 PM AST
💻 Virtual
Email [email protected] for the link!
More info: dal.ca/faculty/agriculture/c…
February 11th marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science! We’re grateful to work with community, encouraging girls and youth to see themselves in STEM and celebrating the impact of women in science.
We've loved showcasing Jessica Jerome’s stunning artwork! Follow Jessica Jerome Artwork on Facebook, email [email protected], or visit ruhkahdesigns.ca. Check out her newly published children’s book, The Creator’s Plan! We’ll announce the lucky print winner next week!
Thank you to everyone who visited "Beyond the Seven Sacred Teachings" at the Mount Community Show so far! The tree is beautifully filled with your meaningful values and insights.
Haven’t seen it? Visit the MSVU Art Gallery by Dec. 19—there’s still room for your thoughts!
📅 Mount Community Show | Dec 3–19, 2024
🎉 Opening Reception: Dec 3 @ 4 PM
The Two-Eyed Seeing Program is launching an interactive activity at the MSVU Art Gallery! Reflect on your values, explore the Seven Sacred Teachings, and enjoy amazing art by the MSVU community.
We're celebrating 8 years of the Two-Eyed Seeing Program! We’re so grateful for the guidance of Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community partners as we co-create learning opportunities for Mi'kmaw youth. Read more here: msvu.ca/etuaptmunk-two-eyed-…
#WithCommunityForCommunity
Please join us in celebrating and wishing Elder Albert a happy birthday using the comments below!
Elder Albert, thank you for everything you do. Your work has paved and continues to pave the way for us to walk together.
It’s Day 2 of our Mi’kmaw History Month recipe showcase! Explore the Nilu’nal app by MK, bringing traditional recipes to your kitchen. Today’s feature: eel soup! 🍲 Share a dish you’ve made & tag us for a chance to win a $50 gift card! Draw on Nov 4. #FoodGathersUsTogether
Our friends at MK have developed the Nilu'nal app, bringing traditional Mi'kmaw recipes to your kitchen! Today, we are featuring a delicious corn chowder.
Try the recipe, snap a pic, and tag us for a chance to win a $50 grocery gift card...Draw on Nov 4! Happy cooking!
October 1st is Treaty Day and the start of Mi’kmaq History Month! Celebrate with the exhibit ‘Ta'n me'j Tel-keknuo'ltiek’ at the @ns_mma , featuring Mi’kmaw artists, language, and treaty history. Free admission every Tuesday from 5-8pm! More info: maritimemuseum.novascotia.ca…
On September 30th, we observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, recognizing the history and ongoing impacts of residential schools. We will be taking Monday and Tuesday as days of reflection. For support, contact [email protected]; we will respond on Wednesday.










































