📅 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.

Since 2023, Jessica Jerome has collaborated with the Two-Eyed Seeing Program, creating art inspired by the 7 Sacred Teachings. Her art will be shown at the MSVU Art Gallery Dec 3-19. Which of the teachings resonates with you? Comment for a chance to win a print of Jessica’s art!

Throughout her work, Jessica infuses her journey, from loss to embracing her identity as a two-spirited woman and mother. "Being two-spirited is a gift from the Creator," Jessica says. What piece of her art speaks to you? Comment below for a chance to win a print!

ARTIST SHOWCASE & CONTEST ⬇️ "Art feeds my need to always create. I wanted to leave something my sons can carry on, to be proud of—work that represents who I am and where I come from." — Jessica Jerome Why is art important to you? Comment to win a print of Jessica's art!

Jessica Jerome, a Mi'kmaq artist and founder of Ruhkah Designs, creates reflective work inspired by her roots, motherhood, and Mi'kmaq heritage. Her art has been shown across QC, NB, NS, and Germany. ruhkahdesign.ca Share your favourite piece for a chance to win a print!

Happy #FlashbackFriday ! We're reminiscing about last March, when we gathered at @Pier21 to make yummy Lu’skinikn. GREAT NEWS—our recipe contest has been extended! Comment your favourite Mi'kmaw recipe for a chance to win a $50 grocery gift card! #FoodGathersUsTogether

It’s the end of Mi’kmaq History Month, and we’re wrapping up with Lorraine’s Molasses Cake! What’s your favourite recipe? Made something recently you’re proud of? Share it with us for a chance to win a $50 grocery gift card! Enter by Monday, Nov 4. #FoodGathersUsTogether

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… #WithCommunityForCommunity

It's day 5 of our Recipe Showcase! 🍲 Share your favourite recipe with us, and you could win a $50 grocery gift card! Draw is Novemeber 4. Today’s spotlight: cozy baked beans—find this recipe and more on the Nilu’nal app! #FoodGathersUsTogether

It’s Day 4 of our recipe showcase, featuring a fan favourite! Lu’skinikn is a simple bread made with few ingredients. Find this recipe on the Nilu’nal app! How do you make luski? Share a pic & tag us for a chance to win a $50 gift card! Draw on Nov 4. #FoodGathersUsTogether

Day 3 of our Mi’kmaw History Month recipe showcase is here! Today’s highlight: Moose roast from the Nilu’nal app! Have you ever tried moose? Share a dish you've made, tag us, and you could win a $50 grocery gift card! Winner announced Nov 4. #FoodGathersUsTogether

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 is Mi'kmaw History Month! This year’s theme is Mijipjewey Na Mawa’luksi’k — Food Gathers Us Together. Explore the official poster or visit mikmaqhistorymonth.ca to learn more. Celebrate with us through recipes, art, and interactive content all month long!

🌟 Young poets, this is your time! 🌟 Join the @AMI_MSVU Poetry Competition for girls aged 9-17. Share your vision for the future & win a chance to present at the 2025 Girls Conference! 📝 Deadline: Oct 31, 2024 Submit now! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

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/what-see-do/ta…

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 TESprogram@msvu.ca; we will respond on Wednesday.

This week, Dorene Bernard chatted with our working group about the Seven Sacred Teachings and their significance. Participants reflected on the impact the teachings have in their daily life. It was an uplifting and educational session. We are grateful to have learned from Dorene!

Happy (Belated) Mentorship Monday! We couldn't wait to share this with you... we're renovating our website! Our first step: Showcasing our incredible leadership team. We are so grateful for them! Check out their bios at: msvu.ca/academics/prof…. Stay tuned for more updates!