Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Remembrance and Healing: A Gathering for Survivors and Descendants of the Shubenacadie Residential School
Agreement Number:
GC-1342
Agreement Value:
$100,000.00
Agreement Date:
Sep 17, 2020 - Apr 30, 2022
Description:
This contribution supports an Atlantic regional gathering of survivors and descendants of the former Shubenacadie Residential School from across Mi’kma’ki and Wolastokuk territories to explore healing and remembrance through Mi’kmaw and Wolastoqwey cultural and artistic traditions. The project focusses on documenting the legacy of the residential school survivors, as well remembering the children who never returned home from the school.
Organization:
Parks Canada
Expected Results:
Canada’s cultural heritage is protected for future generations
Location:
Truro, Nova Scotia, CA B2N 5V3
Reference Number:
154-2020-2021-Q2-00025
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Aboriginal recipient
Additional Information:
Amendment to extend end date
Amendment Date
Mar 29, 2021
Recipient's Legal Name:
The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq on behalf of the Mi'kmawey Debert Cultural Centre
Federal Riding Name:
Cumberland-Colchester
Federal Riding Number:
12003
Program:
General Class Contribution Program
Program Purpose:
To assist recipients in conducting activities and delivering projects that will support Parks Canada Agency in fulfilling its mandate.
Amendments: