In this episode Juku’e host Sean Doke speaks with Chief Junior Gould for the National Day for Truth and reconciliation. They discuss how he began his journey in becoming a leader for reconciliation, examples of true reconciliation in action, and his hopes for the future of his community and the broader Canadian society.

In this episode Juku’e host Sean Doke speaks with his new colleague, L’nuey Engagement Officer Kiara Labobe.

They dive into detail on Ni’n aq No’kmaq (Me and My Relations), a process through which the Epekwitnewaq Mi’kmaq (Mi’kmaq of PEI) will work to determine who can exercise Aboriginal and Mi’kmaq Treaty rights in Epekwitk (PEI).

Kiara outlines what the Epekwitnewaq Mi’kmaq should know about this work, how it’s been going, where it’s at right now, and some next steps in the process.

In this episode Juku’e host Sean Doke speaks with L’nuey Executive Director Jenene Wooldridge to learn about public opinion surveys that were conducted to gauge Islanders attitudes and perceptions of Mi’kmaq issues in Epekwitk, and more specifically, about the goal of reconciliation. Jenene touches on some background and results of the surveys, why it is imperative to measure them over time, and the ultimate goal of raising public awareness. 

In this episode Juku’e host Sean Doke speaks with Dr. TJ (Tuma) Wilson, UNDRIP Project Coordinator for the Atlantic Policy Congress of First Nations Chiefs Secretariat, to learn about the history of UNDRIP (United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples), why it’s significant for the rights of Indigenous Peoples, how “Free, Prior, and Informed Consent” can changes things drastically, and what Canadians can expect in the near future. 

Tune in to hear TJ untangle this complex topic and learn more about UNDRIP in Canada!

To have your voice included in the community outreach survey, click here (deadline of March 31): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/communityoutreach2

In this episode special for International Women's Day, Juku’e host Sean Doke speaks with Mi’kmaq women in leadership across Epekwitk. He hears words of wisdom from strong and inspiring women such as Chief Darlene Bernard, Councillor Madlene Sark, Councillor Charlene Campbell, and L’nuey Executive Director Jenene Wooldridge.

In this episode, Juku’e host Sean Doke speaks with Jamie Thomas to learn about the upcoming Indigenous Artisans Christmas Market that is building excitement across Epekwitk. They discuss how the market came to be, what people can expect when they attend, why events like this are so important, how it relates to the Indigenous Tourism Association of PEI, and what could be on the horizon for Indigenous entrepreneurs in the future.

In this episode, Juku’e host Sean Doke speaks with L’nuey Executive Director Jenene Wooldridge to hear about Maw-Lukuti’kw – We Work Together: The 2022 Nationhood Gathering that was held earlier this month, and why this is so important. They discuss moving beyond the Indian Act and colonial boundaries, the road to self-governance, and visions for the future generations of the Epekwitnewaq Mi’kmaq (Mi’kmaq of PEI).

In this episode, Juku’e host Sean Doke speaks with Elder and Residential School Survivor Marlene Thomas in the spirit of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. They chat about Marlene’s past experiences, her perspective of where she sees things today, her trip to Rome to hear the Pope address Survivors, how she persevered with resilience through tough times, and what she hopes to see for the future of reconciliation.

In this episode, Juku’e host Sean Doke speaks with Knowledge Keeper and Epekwitk’s (PEI's) first ever Indigenous Poet Laureate Julie Pellisier-Lush, to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day by recognizing some of the Mi'kmaq cultural initiatives that have been happening across the Island. They discuss what it means to be Mi'kmaq, how the theatre company Mi'kmaq Legends came to be, how it feels to be the first Indigenous poet laureate, and what it means to be a knowledge keeper for L'nuey and the Epekwitnewaq Mi'kmaq communities.

L’nuey is hosting a special new podcast series through Juku’e, called “What We Do – Short Snappers”. Epekwitnewaq Mi’kmaq community members will have a chance to hear L’nuey staff talk about the work they do, their roles and responsibilities, and why it all matters. All this is summed up in short five minute segments to help the community better understand L’nuey and the work that the organization is responsible for, in a quick and concise manner.

In this episode, Juku’e host Sean Doke speaks with Senior Negotiator Tracey Cutcliffe, to give some insight into the Negotiations work that happens at L’nuey.

Don’t miss these super short, super informative segments!