Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston, 13 chiefs and a slew of other dignitaries were in in Potlotek First Nation on Sunday morning for the proclamation of the new Mi'kmaw Language Act. The act sees Mi'kmaw officially recognized as the province's first language.
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston, 13 chiefs and a slew of other dignitaries were in in Potlotek First Nation on Sunday morning for the proclamation of the new Mi’kmaw Language Act.For Pictou Landing First Nation Chief Andrea Paul, the proclamation is historical.The move is also a monumental one for Eskasoni First Nation Chief Leroy Denny.
The premier believes the Mi’kmaw Language Act is another important step on the lond road to reconciliation. While the legislation was proclaimed on Sunday, it was first passed by the provincial legislature back in April.
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