Our relationships with Tiam are deep and historic. When our ancestors signed treaties with the Crown, the treaties protected our right to hunt moose, as well as our right and responsibility to be stewards of moose according to Netukulimk. This way of life provides for the needs of our families and communities and also protects … Read More
The Unama’ki Institute of Natural Resources (UINR) is requesting proposals from qualified consultants to carry-out data collection & community engagement for sub-watersheds in Victoria, Inverness and Richmond Counties following the specifications of the Nova Scotia Municipal Flood Line Mapping (MFLM) Document (2024). Submissions should be made no later than Noon, September 25th, 2024. They can … Read More
UINR is initiating an RFP for firms or individuals interested in assisting Unama’ki Mi’kmaq communities and organizations to develop and implement plans that improve local capacity to manage marine preparedness and environmental response in partnership with the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG). Interested parties are required to submit one copy of their proposal. The proposal must … Read More
Nikani Awtiken is a program for Mi’kmaw youth ages 14-18 that provides rich cultural experiences, immersing youth in Traditional Mi’kmaw Knowledge and natural resource management, with the aim to foster deeper relationships with Wksitqamu. This year Nikani Awtiken will be hosted at Camp Rankin near St.Peters. Counselors will need to be available for training days … Read More
We’re excited to announce that applications for this year’s scholarships are now being accepted. All the information can be found at the links below. Applications can be emailed to the Scholarship Committee at scholarship@uinr.ca. Deadline to apply is July 15th. Five $1000 scholarships for students in Sciences and Technology, offered in partnership with Georgia Pacific: … Read More
UINR is currently looking to add two Engagement Coordinators to our team. Each will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team; one assisting to establish and develop Mi’kmaw protected areas and the other focusing on climate change. Both are full-time, 1 year term positions with the possibility of renewal. You can see all the details … Read More
UINR is currently hiring two Earth keepers to support the ongoing work and research being carried out by our various projects and initiatives. Both are full-time one year term positions with the possibility of renewal. To learn more about being an Earth Keeper with UINR, click on the link below. Deadline to apply is June … Read More
UINR is hiring a Marine Liaison Coordinator. This is an exciting full time, term position ending in March 2025. If you are interested and want to see the full posting click on the link below. Marine-Liaison-Coordinator-2024 Final
UINR is inviting applications for the position of Unama’ki Climate Change Manager. This is a fantastic full time, term position ending March 2026, with possibility of renewal. Deadline to apply is May 17, 2024. Click the link to see the full job posting. Climate Change Manager
UINR is looking for a Lab & Field Assistant to be part of our Maliamu’kik Msit Ko’kqmanaq team for the summer. If you are interested in learning more click on the link below to see the full job posting. Deadline to apply is May 6, 2024. MMK Lab and Field Ass’t 2024
Join us for a workshop for Mi’kmaq Harvesters who come into contact with species at risk (listed under SARA) such as wolffish, leatherback turtle, northern bottlenose whale, Sowerby’s beaked whale, and Atlantic mackerel. Our workshop will include species identification, proper handling and release of species at risk that Mi’kmaq harvesters may encounter. Presentations by MARS … Read More
Please report the river, date, and number of salmon kept between June and December, 2023 to your local fishery department by Friday, March 22, 2024. Indicate whether the retained salmon were: Large (63 cm / 24 inches or larger) or Small (less than 63 cm / 24 inches.) It’s our responsibility to report our catches … Read More