Annual Powwow

The Paqtnkek Powwow has been a tradition in the community for over 20 years and is known as one of the oldest powwows in the Maritime provinces. It is also known to hold the largest arbor east of Quebec which is constructed with cedar. The Powwow is a huge success every year thanks to the dedication of community members who volunteer their valuable time, support from our partners and the love of our community by other Mi’kmaw friends and family from Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island.

We will announce future powwow events here and on our Facebook page and Twitter feed.

Contact Information

  • Phone: 902-386-2781
  • Paqtnkek Band Office
  • 7 Dillon Street
    Afton Station, NS
    B0A 1A0

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International Women's Day Lunch and Self Care Bingo!

March 5th, 11:30am - 1pm @ Paqtnkek Health Centre

Comment on this post, or email a photo of a special women you want to be included in a celebratory slideshow to Kathleen:

kathleen.denny@paqtnkek.ca
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Each person in the picture will earn a ballot for a $250 gift card, drawn March 31st, 2026.
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CMM Event!

We have rescheduled the Polymer Clay Workshop! 🍃♻️🎨🌱 Conservation meets the arts on March 15, 2026. Join the Community Eelgrass Restoration Initiative (CERI) at Wunderneath for a day of eelgrass/coastal education with CPAWS and create beautiful clay art with Ukrainian-born sculptor, Yuliia Khovbosha!

📍Located at Wunderneath: 2482 Maynard Street, Halifax, NS.
⏱️1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

💚Travel, meals, and administration fees for community members will be covered by CERI.
💚Please register by March 12, 2026, to secure your spot in the workshop.
💚Please contact Kelly Ferrier
🔗kelly.ferrier@cmmns.com if you are interested in joining.
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