October is Mi’kmaw History Month, a time to commemorate the rich history, proud culture and important contributions of the Mi’kmaq people. The month-long celebrations kick-off with Treaty Day on October 1, which recognizes the key role of treaties in the relationship between the Mi’kmaq people and the Crown.
This year marks the 33rd anniversary of Mi’kmaw History Month. In 1993, Premier John Savage and Mi’kmaw Grand Chief Ben Sylliboy declared October as the official month to recognize and celebrate Mi’kmaw culture and heritage.
The Halifax Regional Municipality is located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and traditional lands of the Mi’kmaq people. The municipality acknowledges the Peace and Friendship Treaties signed in this Territory and recognizes that we are all Treaty People.
The theme for this year’s Mi’kmaw History Month is "Nepisulti'k" or "We Are Healing”. Learn more at the dedicated Mi’kmaw History Month website.
Mi’kmaw History Month 2026 poster
Learn how to say Mi’kmaw History Month in Mi’kmaw