Mi'kmawitasik is a Pilot Program

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Maker

Mi’kmaw Makers carry forward a legacy of craftsmanship, creating authentic products that reflect their cultural knowledge, connection to the land, and unique artistic vision. Every item made by a Mi’kmawitasik Maker is a testament to lived experience, skill, and identity—from beadwork and quillwork to regalia, drums, and more. These creations are not just art or utility—they are teachings, stories, and connections to Mi’kma’ki.

Explore

Explore Mi’kmaw creators and craftsmanship.

Andrea Dennis

Mi’kmaw Educator

Hosting cultural tours, facilitating beading workshops, and creating custom beadwork rooted in Mi’kmaw tradition.

Clinton Ray Howard

Glooscap's Finest Herbal body Care

Creating body care herbal products and remedies using Mi’kmaw medicinal knowledge and sustainable practices.
Debbie Wray Nickerson Mi’kmaw beadwork artist

Debbie Wray Nickerson

Mi'kmaw Beading Artist

Creating and teaching traditional beadwork, leathercraft, and sewing to preserve Mi’kmaw knowledge.

Sierra McCarthy

Wild Dreamer Woodwork & Engraving

Creating beaded earrings and woodwork using Mi’kmaw hieroglyphs and sacred materials like sweetgrass.

Skylar Maguire

Sacred Sky Designs

Designing beadwork and jewelry rooted in Mi’kmaw stories, language, and connection to the land.

Valerie Julian-Armstrong

Turtle Island Creations

Designing beadwork and regalia that reflect Mi’kmaw identity, teachings, and pride.

Karen Bernard

Evening Star Vision Designs

Teaching sacred peak cap traditions, crafting regalia, and empowering women through cultural storytelling.

Kelly Francis-Rose

Kespu’twitk Trading Post

Creating cultural regalia and beadwork, sharing Mi’kmaw stories, and honouring her ancestors through art.

Joe Michael

Jiksutui & Caleb’s Lodge

Teaching and preserving Mi’kmaw culture through immersive experiences, traditional crafts, and spiritual guidance.

Lorne Julian

Lorne Julien - Artist Gallery

Creating vibrant Mi’kmaw-inspired paintings that share teachings of culture, healing, and identity.