Beaton Institute, Cape Breton University

The Micmac News is an important example of Mi’kmaw print culture; it was first developed by Roy Gould in Membertou in 1965 and later published until 1991 by the Union of Nova Scotia Indians and the Native Communications Society of Nova Scotia, respectively. This invaluable research tool covers historical and contemporary issues and events, including Aboriginal rights cases, social and labour history, material and intangible culture, and celebrations of Mi’kmaw life. The newspaper provides a means of language preservation; prayers and myths were printed in the paper, and simple language lessons in Mi’kmaq were also a regular feature. Additional issues are found on the Beaton Institute's Digital Archive.

Date: 1978

Reference:  Beaton Institute, Cape Breton University bi-pam-3232 p1 to bi-pam-3232 p19

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