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Title:

Mawiomi 2024 and the conservation of Indigenous archaeological heritage, phase 2

Agreement Number:

GC-2678

Agreement Value:

$15,000.00

Agreement Date:

Aug 30, 2024 - Apr 30, 2025

Description:

This contribution supports the Nation Micmac de Gespeg in organizing Mawiomi 2024. Mawiomi, which means “gathering” in the Mi’gmaq language, allows the population and visitors of Forillon National Park to discover Mi’gmaq culture. This contribution also supports the efforts of the Nation Micmac de Gespeg for the conservation of Indigenous archaeological heritage. Members of the Gespeg community participate in conducting archaeological surveys with Parks Canada archaeologists.

Organization:

Parks Canada

Expected Results:

People connect to and experience Canada’s natural and cultural heritage in ways that are meaningful to them

Location:

Gaspé, Quebec, CA G4X 6S2

Reference Number:

154-2024-2025-Q2-00044

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Indigenous recipients

Recipient's Legal Name:

Nation Micmac de Gespeg

Federal Riding Name:

Gaspésie–Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine

Federal Riding Number:

24026

Program:

General Class Grants and Contributions Program

Program Purpose:

To assist recipients in conducting activities and delivering projects that will support Parks Canada Agency in fulfilling its mandate.