The process begins to protect the waters of the Newfoundland South Coast, but proponents of aquaculture want fish farms to be considered, too. We asked Parks Canada NL manager Sigrid Kuehnemund if those differences can be squared. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The process begins to protect the waters of the Newfoundland South Coast, but proponents of aquaculture want fish farms to be considered, too. We asked Parks Canada NL manager Sigrid Kuehnemund if those differences can be squared. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 261: Deciding Between Fish Farms and a Marine Conservation Area 

This week, Glenn Wheeler and Greg Janes discuss the much-anticipated decision in the Benoit case, brought by Friends of Qalipu. As they discuss, a judge found that feds pressured Federation of Newfoundland Indians, who agreed to a supplemental agreement without legal authority. Now the question is: Where do we go from here?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Glenn Wheeler and Greg Janes discuss the much-anticipated decision in the Benoit case, brought by Friends of Qalipu. As they discuss, a judge found that feds pressured Federation of Newfoundland Indians, who agreed to a supplemental agreement without legal authority. Now the question is: Where do we go from here? Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 260: Assessing the Benoit Court Decision

Outfitters in the area are booked solid for now, but some fear they'll have to cancel clients because of test towers that are set to be built in middle of moose-hunting grounds. This week, we speak with outfitter Art Ryan.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Outfitters in the area are booked solid for now, but some fear they'll have to cancel clients because of test towers that are set to be built in middle of moose-hunting grounds. This week, we speak with outfitter Art Ryan. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 259: Codroy Valley Outfitters Fear Wind Energy 

A federal environmental assessment opens up the possibility of a more complete review of wind energy projects, and funding for community groups to hire experts on longer time lines. We speak with Shelley Senior, lawyer for the Environmental Transparency Committee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A federal environmental assessment opens up the possibility of a more complete review of wind energy projects, and funding for community groups to hire experts on longer time lines. We speak with Shelley Senior, lawyer for the Environmental Transparency Committee Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 258: A Game Changer in Wind Energy Fight

It's unlikely that hydrogen produced in Stephenville or elsewhere in Atlantic Canada will ever be used for energy because it is so expensive to transport. This week, industry analyst Michael Liebreich looks at the hype around a technology driven by government subsidy rather than business sense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's unlikely that hydrogen produced in Stephenville or elsewhere in Atlantic Canada will ever be used for energy because it is so expensive to transport. This week, industry analyst Michael Liebreich looks at the hype around a technology driven by government subsidy rather than business sense. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 257: Waiting for the Hydrogen Bubble to Burst

Two-thirds of the way through the current Qalipu term, two council members are turning out to be the leading candidates in next year's race for chief. This week, Glenn Wheeler and Greg Janes turn in a performance report card of Qalipu councillors.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two-thirds of the way through the current Qalipu term, two council members are turning out to be the leading candidates in next year's race for chief. This week, Glenn Wheeler and Greg Janes turn in a performance report card of Qalipu councillors. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 256: The Good, The Bad, The Duds

In the rush to build projects in response to the climate crisis, governments have tried to take  shortcuts around consultation with Indigenous peoples. Twila Gaudet and Patrick Butler of Kwilmu’kw Maw-klusuaqn (KMKNO) explain how Mi'kmaq reached an agreement with a hydrogen power developer.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the rush to build projects in response to the climate crisis, governments have tried to take shortcuts around consultation with Indigenous peoples. Twila Gaudet and Patrick Butler of Kwilmu’kw Maw-klusuaqn (KMKNO) explain how Mi'kmaq reached an agreement with a hydrogen power developer. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 255: Protecting Mi'kmaw Archeological Materials

Provincial governments in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland have rushed to OK massive wind turbine developments without adequately assessing the ecological impact—especially the risks to oceans and fisheries. This week, we speak with Duran Felix of the Environmental Transparency Committee on the Port au Port Peninsula and Melinda Cole of the Guysborough County Inshore Fishermen's Association about the effects these projects can have on the environment.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Provincial governments in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland have rushed to OK massive wind turbine developments without adequately assessing the ecological impact—especially the risks to oceans and fisheries. This week, we speak with Duran Felix of the Environmental Transparency Committee on the Port au Port Peninsula and Melinda Cole of the Guysborough County Inshore Fishermen's Association about the effects these projects can have on the environment. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 254: We Need a Federal Review of Wind Energy Projects

In Newfoundland and Nova Scotia, land defenders are up against a rush to build an untested form of energy that some experts feel won't work. We speak with Sheila and Zita Hinks about their latest trip to court in their injunction fight regarding wind turbines on the Port au Port Peninsula. Later in the show, journalist Joan Baxter tells us about the Nova Scotia government's rush to approve projects despite unanswered questions and public concerns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Newfoundland and Nova Scotia, land defenders are up against a rush to build an untested form of energy that some experts feel won't work. We speak with Sheila and Zita Hinks about their latest trip to court in their injunction fight regarding wind turbines on the Port au Port Peninsula. Later in the show, journalist Joan Baxter tells us about the Nova Scotia government's rush to approve projects despite unanswered questions and public concerns. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 253: Is Mi'kmaq Land Being Sacrificed for a Hydrogen Bubble?

At the North American Indigenous Games (NAIG), the largest athletic event ever held in Atlantic Canada, participants will experience Indigenous solidarity as well as competitive spirit. We speak with the chair of NAIG 2023 Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons and Team Indigenous NL coordinator Mike Alexander. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At the North American Indigenous Games (NAIG), the largest athletic event ever held in Atlantic Canada, participants will experience Indigenous solidarity as well as competitive spirit. We speak with the chair of NAIG 2023 Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons and Team Indigenous NL coordinator Mike Alexander. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 252: The North American Indigenous Games are About More than Sport

A podcast about Mi'kmaq people, politics, land, and water. A message to our listeners: the Mi'kmaq Matters team hopes you are all staying safe during this difficult time. Now, more than ever, we thank you for supporting independent Mi'kmaq journalism. Stay safe, and take care. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A podcast about Mi'kmaq people, politics, land, and water. A message to our listeners: the Mi'kmaq Matters team hopes you are all staying safe during this difficult time. Now, more than ever, we thank you for supporting independent Mi'kmaq journalism. Stay safe, and take care. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Mi'kmaq Matters

Cheryl Maloney's allegations of harassment led to the suspension of the Assembly of First Nations Regional Chief Morley Googoo. Now, the former President of the Nova Scotia Native Women's Association says people are afraid to speak out against Googoo for fear of losing jobs, funding and services because the chiefs of the 13 First Nations in Nova Scotia dominate every Indigenous organization in the province. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cheryl Maloney's allegations of harassment led to the suspension of the Assembly of First Nations Regional Chief Morley Googoo. Now, the former President of the Nova Scotia Native Women's Association says people are afraid to speak out against Googoo for fear of losing jobs, funding and services because the chiefs of the 13 First Nations in Nova Scotia dominate every Indigenous organization in the province. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 113: How Did Morley Googoo Remain Regional Chief?

As the Mi'kmaq First Nations Assembly of Newfoundland gathers for its annual meeting, members will be lamenting the Abbott case but revving up for an appeal. They'll also be planning another crack at becoming the Newfoundland affiliate in the national organization, which represents non-status Indigenous people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the Mi'kmaq First Nations Assembly of Newfoundland gathers for its annual meeting, members will be lamenting the Abbott case but revving up for an appeal. They'll also be planning another crack at becoming the Newfoundland affiliate in the national organization, which represents non-status Indigenous people. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 123: MFNAN Closes the Door on a Difficult Year

Oral history suggests a connection between ancient Beothuk and Mi'kmaq—so far there is no scientific proof, but that could change with the results of a genetic study commissioned by Miawpukwek First Nation. This week, we speak with Steve Carr of Terra Nova Genomics Inc. who was hired by Miawpukwek to do that very research. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oral history suggests a connection between ancient Beothuk and Mi'kmaq—so far there is no scientific proof, but that could change with the results of a genetic study commissioned by Miawpukwek First Nation. This week, we speak with Steve Carr of Terra Nova Genomics Inc. who was hired by Miawpukwek to do that very research. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 124: Unlocking the Beothuk-Mi'kmaq Mystery

Chief PJ Prosper of the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq Chiefs hopes there will be a better process for choosing Morley Googoo's replacement.  And later in the show,  we check-in with Cheryl Maloney about going public with her harassment and bullying complaint against Googoo, and how she feels now that he has been removed from office. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chief PJ Prosper of the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq Chiefs hopes there will be a better process for choosing Morley Googoo's replacement. And later in the show, we check-in with Cheryl Maloney about going public with her harassment and bullying complaint against Googoo, and how she feels now that he has been removed from office. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 116: Toward a More Transparent Search for New Regional Chief

The North American Indigenous Games in 2020 will bring 5,000 athletes to Halifax next July, and culture will be showcased along with the sports. We hear from Brendon Smithson of the organizing committee and Mike Alexander, one of the coordinators for Team Newfoundland and Labrador. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The North American Indigenous Games in 2020 will bring 5,000 athletes to Halifax next July, and culture will be showcased along with the sports. We hear from Brendon Smithson of the organizing committee and Mike Alexander, one of the coordinators for Team Newfoundland and Labrador. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 122: North American Indigenous Games in Mi'kma'ki

Upon her death, Corner Brook resident Dee Dee Starling wants to be buried in a section of Mount Patricia cemetery reserved for Mi'kmaq people. In recent weeks, talks have started between Qalipu First Nation and the cemetery to make that a reality. This week, we hear from Starling and Lloyd Walters, chair of the Mount Patricia board of directors, about what it will take to honour Mi'kmaq wishes to be buried in a traditional way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Upon her death, Corner Brook resident Dee Dee Starling wants to be buried in a section of Mount Patricia cemetery reserved for Mi'kmaq people. In recent weeks, talks have started between Qalipu First Nation and the cemetery to make that a reality. This week, we hear from Starling and Lloyd Walters, chair of the Mount Patricia board of directors, about what it will take to honour Mi'kmaq wishes to be buried in a traditional way. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 114: Mi'kmaq Burials

The hydro company recently sprayed a power line right of way with three kinds of herbicide, just as people from across southwestern Newfoundland headed to the area to pick blueberries, as they have for decades. Norm Strickland Sr. of Burgeo, one of the first to discover that the area had been sprayed, tells us about how it has been fairing since. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The hydro company recently sprayed a power line right of way with three kinds of herbicide, just as people from across southwestern Newfoundland headed to the area to pick blueberries, as they have for decades. Norm Strickland Sr. of Burgeo, one of the first to discover that the area had been sprayed, tells us about how it has been fairing since. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 112: Nalcor Energy's Blueberry Blunder

Joel Denny

Note: this episode deals with topics of sexual assault that may be triggering to some listeners. Please listen with care. We speak to Elizabeth Marshall about the reaction in Eskasoni to the 25 sex-related charges against Joel Denny, a prominent member of the community known for his work in Mi'kmaq language development. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Note: this episode deals with topics of sexual assault that may be triggering to some listeners. Please listen with care. We speak to Elizabeth Marshall about the reaction in Eskasoni to the 25 sex-related charges against Joel Denny, a prominent member of the community known for his work in Mi'kmaq language development. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 121: The Charges Against Joel Denny

With little involvement from Mi'kmaq fishers, the Assembly of Nova Scotia Chiefs appear on the verge of signing a deal that may undermine treaty rights. Cory Francis, who has worked on fisheries policy for Indigenous organizations, calls for a re-think and more transparency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With little involvement from Mi'kmaq fishers, the Assembly of Nova Scotia Chiefs appear on the verge of signing a deal that may undermine treaty rights. Cory Francis, who has worked on fisheries policy for Indigenous organizations, calls for a re-think and more transparency. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 132: Alarm Over Moderate Livelihood Fishery Talks

Sea-based aquaculture or no jobs? Government media management offers the public few alternatives to risky ventures. But PODCO, a new provincial affairs podcast, aims to empower citizens with evidentiary background on a variety of policy options. This week, we speak with one of its creators, Stephen Tomblin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sea-based aquaculture or no jobs? Government media management offers the public few alternatives to risky ventures. But PODCO, a new provincial affairs podcast, aims to empower citizens with evidentiary background on a variety of policy options. This week, we speak with one of its creators, Stephen Tomblin. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 117: What the Salmon Die-Off  Means for Provincial Politics

On June 18, Keith Morgan, lawyer for Friends of Qalipu , will ask the Supreme Court of Newfoundland to temporarily stop the finalization of the enrolment process. On this week's episode, Morgan discusses the irreparable harm of denying 10,000 people their Indian status and what the injunction application means for enrolment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On June 18, Keith Morgan, lawyer for Friends of Qalipu , will ask the Supreme Court of Newfoundland to temporarily stop the finalization of the enrolment process. On this week's episode, Morgan discusses the irreparable harm of denying 10,000 people their Indian status and what the injunction application means for enrolment. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 63: Injunction Application Aims To Stop Enrolment Process

Seki Bernard Sr. of Eskasoni is the latest fisherman to have his boat sabotaged in the power vacuum created by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans' failure to implement the 20-year-old Supreme Court decision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seki Bernard Sr. of Eskasoni is the latest fisherman to have his boat sabotaged in the power vacuum created by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans' failure to implement the 20-year-old Supreme Court decision. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 126: Delay of Moderate Livelihood Means Mi'kmaq Suffer

Who knew what, and when? This week, we speak to NDP Fisheries critic Jim Dinn who says that rather than personally attacking those raising questions about the salmon die-off, Fisheries Minister Gerry Byrne should appoint a legitimate, independent inquiry into what is turning out to be an environmental and economic disaster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who knew what, and when? This week, we speak to NDP Fisheries critic Jim Dinn who says that rather than personally attacking those raising questions about the salmon die-off, Fisheries Minister Gerry Byrne should appoint a legitimate, independent inquiry into what is turning out to be an environmental and economic disaster. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 115: Die-Off Disaster

John Davis, general manager of Qalipu Development Corporation, says a First Nation can leverage federal funds unavailable to a provincial government. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Davis, general manager of Qalipu Development Corporation, says a First Nation can leverage federal funds unavailable to a provincial government. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 64: Province Looks to Qalipu for Economic Rescue

James Cook

After developing his navigational skills on the West Coast of "Newfoundland," James Cook arrived on the east coast of Australia in 1770. The 250th anniversary of that date gives special significance to this year's Invasion Day, the term Indigenous people give the government-recognized 'Australia Day'—the country's national holiday. But it's a day that, for many Indigenous Australians, marks the beginning of the violence and oppression they continue to face today. Our guest this week is pastor and Indigenous rights activist Ray Minniecon, speaking with us from Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After developing his navigational skills on the West Coast of "Newfoundland," James Cook arrived on the east coast of Australia in 1770. The 250th anniversary of that date gives special significance to this year's Invasion Day, the term Indigenous people give the government-recognized 'Australia Day'—the country's national holiday. But it's a day that, for many Indigenous Australians, marks the beginning of the violence and oppression they continue to face today. Our guest this week is pastor and Indigenous rights activist Ray Minniecon, speaking with us from Australia. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 127: 250 Years Since James Cook

Gary Metallic Sr., a member of the Listuguj First Nation band council and the hereditary tribal council, talks about the community's rail blockade in support of Wet'suwet'en, and the need to look beyond colonial structures toward Indigenous leadership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary Metallic Sr., a member of the Listuguj First Nation band council and the hereditary tribal council, talks about the community's rail blockade in support of Wet'suwet'en, and the need to look beyond colonial structures toward Indigenous leadership. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 129: Mi'kmaq's Hereditary System and Support for Wet'suwe'ten

The Newfoundland Liberals under Dwight Ball are among the worst of any provincial administration in terms of environment, both for actions and inactions, says former civil servant and biologist Douglas Ballam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Newfoundland Liberals under Dwight Ball are among the worst of any provincial administration in terms of environment, both for actions and inactions, says former civil servant and biologist Douglas Ballam. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 131: Ball's Liberals' Conservation Record

Miawpukek First Nation's Chief Mi'sel Joe still supports the sea-based industry, but worries about transparency—he also has questions about whether warm weather caused the massive die-off at Northern Harvest,  and why no other operation was affected.  Later in the show, Wade Locke, a professor at Memorial University of Newfoundland Professor, explains why Indigenous issues were left off the table at an upcoming conference on economic, social, and cultural development. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Miawpukek First Nation's Chief Mi'sel Joe still supports the sea-based industry, but worries about transparency—he also has questions about whether warm weather caused the massive die-off at Northern Harvest, and why no other operation was affected. Later in the show, Wade Locke, a professor at Memorial University of Newfoundland Professor, explains why Indigenous issues were left off the table at an upcoming conference on economic, social, and cultural development. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 118: Chief Mi'sel Joe's Aquaculture Concerns

Dean Simon left Flat Bay and crossed the water to live in Eskasoni so he could hear Mi'kmaw whenever he walks down the road. He says you, too, can take back your language—if you want it enough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dean Simon left Flat Bay and crossed the water to live in Eskasoni so he could hear Mi'kmaw whenever he walks down the road. He says you, too, can take back your language—if you want it enough. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 138: A Personal Journey Toward Mi'kmaw Fluency

In a study published in journal Genome, Steven Carr, a biologist at Memorial University of Newfoundland, finds genetic continuity between Beothuk and modern persons, and says delayed research into possible Mi'kmaq-Beothuk overlap may fill gaps in our knowledge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a study published in journal Genome, Steven Carr, a biologist at Memorial University of Newfoundland, finds genetic continuity between Beothuk and modern persons, and says delayed research into possible Mi'kmaq-Beothuk overlap may fill gaps in our knowledge. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 136: Genetic Link Between Beothuk and Living Persons

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