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.

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St. Anne's Mission Friendly reminder:

1) It's potluck dinner. Bring your favorite dish. Remember every small dish of pasta or dubs, meat, bread, butter, refreshments, fruit or veggies helps make our feast a sucess.

2) Don't forget to bring your own utensils and plastic plates/reusable plates. We are trying to reduce our contributions to the landfill. (Those who remember will get their name entered into a draw for a $25.00 Esso gift card. We are giving away 4 cards)

3) Don't forget your seafood crackers for the snow crab.

4) Be sure to bring some water or refreshments. It's expected to be a warm day.

5) Bring your own sunscreen and insect repellent.

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Update:

The installation is expected to take approximately 3 to 4 weeks.

Permits have been issued for the installation of a large culvert. As the area is considered fish habitat, the culvert is being installed in two sections (top and bottom). Simulated natural streambed material will be placed inside the culvert before the top section is installed to help maintain fish passage and protect the habitat.

During this phase of the project, the downstream end of the culvert will be constructed. To safely complete this work, the ramp will need to be closed. Completing this portion now will help avoid another ramp closure during the next phase of construction.

We appreciate your understanding and patience throughout this project. Please use extra caution, as traffic around the community will increase while vehicles are being diverted.Attention:

Due to the temporary ramp closure, there will be an increase in traffic along Highway 104, Highway 4, and Afton Road as motorists use alternate routes through the community.

Please use extra caution while driving, follow posted speed limits, and be mindful of pedestrians, cyclists, and children who may be outside enjoying the summer.

Parents and guardians are also encouraged to remind children to be aware of the increased traffic and to use extra care when near roadways.

We appreciate everyone's patience and cooperation while this detour is in place.

An approximate timeframe for the ramp closure will be shared as soon as it becomes available. Please keep an eye on this page for updates.
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Attention:

Due to the temporary ramp closure, there will be an increase in traffic along Highway 104, Highway 4, and Afton Road as motorists use alternate routes through the community.

Please use extra caution while driving, follow posted speed limits, and be mindful of pedestrians, cyclists, and children who may be outside enjoying the summer.

Parents and guardians are also encouraged to remind children to be aware of the increased traffic and to use extra care when near roadways.

We appreciate everyone's patience and cooperation while this detour is in place.

An approximate timeframe for the ramp closure will be shared as soon as it becomes available. Please keep an eye on this page for updates.
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Due to

St. Anne's Day Celebration

Join us this Sunday, July 26 in Walnek (577 Summerside Rd., Heatherton) for a day of community, fellowship, and celebration.

Events Begins: 10:00 AM

Enjoy activities throughout the day:
-Bouncy Castles, Henna Tattoo Booth, and Snow Cones

Activities will pause for Mass: 2:30 PM

Potluck Meal to Follow
Please bring your favorite dish to share! A BBQ and fresh crab will also be provided.

A special thank you to Chéticamp Fisheries for their generous donation of three boxes of crab to help make this celebration possible.

Fireworks at 10pm at the PEC school!

Everyone is welcome. We look forward to celebrating with you!
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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.

Consolidated Financial Statements

Check out a comprehensive view of our financial performance, essential for members and stakeholders to understand their community.

Directors and Managers

Get to know the people that make the day to day work happen that operates our community. Consider contacting them with your questions.

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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.

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