Bayside EV charging Customers: The EV chargers at Bayside are up and running! All the repairs are complete and the 4 chargers are working well.
We thank you for your patience as we repaired the equipment.
Happy Charging and Safe Travels!
Our community is made up of Mi’kmaq people who have lived in this area for thousands of years.
We are a small indigenous community located in Nova Scotia, Canada, near the southern shores of Antigonish Harbour, directly off of highway 104, about 15 minutes from the Town of Antigonish.
Our community is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including forests, lakes, and rivers. We take pride in our culture and traditions, which have been passed down from generation to generation.
Our community is home to a variety of cultural events, including powwows, traditional feasts, and drumming circles. We also have a strong connection to the land, and many of our community members are involved in fishing, hunting, and trapping. Our language, Mi’kmaq, is an integral part of our culture, and we are working to revitalize it among our people.
Despite the challenges that we have faced as an indigenous community, we remain resilient and committed to preserving our way of life. We welcome visitors to our community and encourage everyone to learn more about our culture and traditions.
How Can We Help?
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Community updates
Getting To Know Your Community
The following are just a few of the pages we have built so that you can better understand your community, the people hired to lead and manage it and the publically accessible records on how everything is proceeding.
Council Minutes
Council minutes are written records of the proceedings and decisions made in official meetings.
Chief & Council Members
Knowing your chief and council members can help you understand local priorities. Consider attending meetings and events and be sure to reach out to build a relationship.
Our goal is to support you
Together, we thrive!
The staff of Paqtnkek First Nations community, is dedicated to providing support to their community members. They are committed to offering a helping hand to those in need, whether it be through community programs or one-on-one assistance. The staff understands the importance of community and works tirelessly to ensure that everyone has access to the resources and support they need to thrive. They are always ready to lend an ear, provide guidance and answer any questions you might have.
CONTACT PAQTNKEK COMMUNITY ADMINISTRATION STAFF
CMN Cultural Camp at Asitu’lisk — Registration is Open!
Join us November 6–8, 2026 for the CMN’s Cultural Camp at Asitu’lisk!
This year’s camp will focus on Mi’kmaw Language, giving youth the opportunity to learn, create a quill medallion, build cultural and social connections, and strengthen their connection to the land through a meaningful, immersive cultural experience.
Open to youth ages 13–18
Meals and snacks provided
Accommodations provided
Registration deadline: October 9, 2026
To sign up or learn more, contact Katelyn Lowe at Katelyn.Lowe@cmmns.com.
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🐦🦅Discover more about the migratory shorebirds of Nova Scotia! This includes iconic species like the semipalmated sandpiper and piping plover. The workshop is taking place here at CMN's main office on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
🐦🦅 As part of our Making Room for Wetlands project, we will provide a short summary of our completed bird monitoring work. There will be a presentation from our partner, Birds Canada for a presentation on the identification, life history and ecology of these fascinating birds and hands-on activities to strengthen your identification skills. At the end of the workshop, there will be a period for open conversation where everyone can ask questions and share stories.
Food and travel accommodations will be provided.
To register, please email Nikki-Marie Lloyd at nlloyd@cmmns.com or Garrett Velkjar at Garrett.Velkjar@cmmns.com, and please include any dietary restrictions.
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Project Manager Job Opportunity ... See MoreSee Less
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Come and learn about menstruation cycles in a format made for children ages 9-12.
Lunch provided, and a chance to win door prizes.
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MARY BROWN’S JOB FAIR!
Looking for work? Come meet the Mary Brown’s team!
Thursday, August 27
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Bayside Travel Centre
Hiring & interviews can happen the same day
Door prizes available!
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