Mi'kmaq History and Protocols (Queens County)
Come and learn the rich and beautiful culture of the Mi'kmaq of PEI with the use of songs, stories, and poetry. It is a gentle way to learn more, ask questions in a safe place, and listen watch and learn with Julie.
Course Locations and Times
| Offering Period & Time | Location | Status |
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| Fall | 11/08/2023 - 11/08/2023
Wednesday
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM | Beaconsfield Carriage House
2 Kent St
CHARLOTTETOWN C1A 1M6 | Closed |
| Winter | | | |
| Spring | | | |
| Requirements | An interest. |
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| Objectives | To move towards reconciliation though the teaching of the true history of the Mi'kmaq of PEI |
| Teaching Process | More of a story, information, story process... with breaks including songs, and poetry. |
| UPEI Parking Pass Required? | No |
| Additional Costs? | No |
| Additional Costs or Information | If you would like a water ceremony, I could bring some disposable cups and water.
Photo taken by Patricia Bourque. |
Course FacilitatorJulie Pellissier-LushJulie Pellissier-Lush is a graduate of the University of Winnipeg and works with young families at the Mi'kmaq Family Resource Centre. She has also been vice-president of the Aboriginal Women's Association of P.E.I.
Julie has been a story teller since she was a little girl and her stories all come from her Elders all over PEI. She is also the first Indigenous Poet Laureate of PEI.
I have been a cultural presenter for over 15 years now, teaching people about my culture. |