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Tajikeimɨk is the new and developing health and wellness organization leading health transformation for Mi’kmaw communities in Nova Scotia.

Elukuti'kw wjit naji-wlo'ltinenew utanminal. (We are working toward better health for all in our communities.) Health transformation is the process of the Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia taking control of the design and delivery of their health and wellness services to improve overall health for individuals and communities. Over this multi-year journey, the health transformation process will build on, grow and evolve the health and wellness services and programs used by Mi’kmaw people in Nova Scotia, with a focus on high-quality, culturally safe and wholistic approaches. The Chiefs and Health Directors from the 13 First Nations in Nova Scotia have long been working in their communities, and with Mi’kmaw organizations, to address gaps in health services and improve wellness. This work has created a strong foundation to build health transformation. We at Tajikeimɨk are committed to maintaining a respectful and inclusive community. Rude, inappropriate, or disrespectful comments will be removed, and users may be blocked. Examples of unacceptable behaviour include:

• Offensive language or hate speech
• Personal attacks or harassment
• Discriminatory remarks (racism, sexism, etc.)
• Trolling or inflammatory comments

Let’s ensure this space remains respectful and welcoming for everyone.

01/21/2026

❄️Friendly Reminder: Our Apuknajit Colouring Contest is going on! 🎨❄️

We’ve been loving all the amazing and creative entries so far – wela’liek!🩵

Here’s a little sneak peek at the prizes up for grabs 👀

Don’t want to miss out on the fun? Don’t worry – there’s still time to enter! Full contest details are below:

🎨Who can participate:

Contest is open to Mi’kmaw children and youth (ages 5-14) from each of the 13 Mi’kmaw communities in Nova Scotia.

✏️How to participate:

1️⃣Download and print the colouring sheet featuring a blank spirit plate
2️⃣Colour and design your own Apuknajit spirit plate
3️⃣Take a photo or scan of the finished artwork

📩How to enter:
Send your photo/scan by Facebook direct message or by email to taji@mhwns.ca
🎁Prizes:

We will randomly select 1 winner from each of the 13 Mi’kmaw communities. Winners will receive a Tajikeimɨk winter swag bag, plus a $25 Walmart gift card!

🗓️Deadline to enter: January 30, 2026

01/19/2026

The Tajikeimɨk offices in Millbrook and Membertou are closed this morning due to ongoing weather and road conditions ❄️

Our staff are working remotely.

Both offices will remained closed today and will reopen tomorrow morning.

01/16/2026

Looking for a job in health can mean jumping between LinkedIn, Indeed and CareerBeacon

Before you know it, you’ve got too many tabs open😫

To make things a little easier, we gathered current job openings from us and our partners - and put them all in one place on our website.

Take a look👉 www.mhwns.ca/careers

📢Community organizations: If you’re hiring in the health field and would like us to share a job opening, email us at taji@mhwns.ca

01/13/2026

❄️ Apuknajit Colouring Contest is back! ❄️

Winter is here, and so is the spirit of Apuknajit — the winter spirit who guides and protects us through the cold months. In Mi’kmaw tradition, Apuknajit reminds us to move carefully and respectfully through winter as we make our way toward spring.

To honour this teaching, we’re inviting Mi’kmaw children and youth to take part in our Apuknajit Colouring Contest and share their creativity by designing their own spirit plate.

🎨 Who can participate:
• Mi’kmaw children and youth ages 5–14
• Open to participants from the 13 Mi’kmaw communities in Nova Scotia

🖍 How to participate:
1️⃣ Download and print the colouring sheet featuring a blank spirit plate
2️⃣ Colour and design your own Apuknajit spirit plate
3️⃣ Take a photo or scan of the finished artwork

📩 How to enter:
• Send your artwork by Facebook direct message or by email to taji@mhwns.ca

🎁 Prizes:
• 13 winners total (1 from each community)
• Winners will be randomly selected using a Wheel of Names
• Each winner will receive a winter swag bag (blanket, toque, mug, portable charger & more!)

🗓 Deadline to enter: January 30, 2026

We can’t wait to see your spirit plates and creativity —Wela’liek and have fun! 🎨❄️✨

01/09/2026

Did you know? The main cause of cervical cancer is the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)?

This take a moment to learn how early screening and HPV prevention can save lives.

Access our Cervical Cancer brochure for easy-to-understand information🩵

🔗Visit our website: www.mhwns.ca/resources

While you’re there, be sure to check out our other brochures on breast, lung and colon cancer.

01/06/2026

Today, our Mi'kmaq Indigenous Nurse Education Specialist, Lucinda Googoo is celebrating 1 year with Tajikeimɨk!

She has shared one of the accomplishments she’s most proud of from this past year!

Join us in congratulating Lucinda! 🎉

12/19/2025

Before heading into the holiday break, we took time to have some fun!

Our Millbrook office hit the bowling lanes for a little friendly competition (bragging rights were definitely on the line🎳), while our Membertou office shared a nice breakfast together 🥞

Thank you to our team for all your hard work and dedication throughout the year. We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see what’s ahead in 2026!

🗓️Please note: The Tajikeimɨk offices in Millbrook and Membertou will be closed for the holidays from Monday, December 22, 2025, to Friday, January 2, 2026. During this time, our Nuji-Apoqnmuet team members will also be unavailable.

12/19/2025

Our Mental Wellness and Healing team are sharing these reminders to take care of your “elf” this holiday season 🎄

🎁 It’s okay to say no without guilt.
🎁 Your wellbeing matters—protect your energy, step back, or delegate when needed.
🎁 You are not responsible for managing everyone else’s emotions.
🎁 Rest is not something you have to earn. You are allowed to take it.
🎁 It’s okay to decline events or gatherings that feel draining or overwhelming.
🎁 Giving is about intention and care; not how much money is spent.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed or need a little extra support, help is available.
You’re not alone – resources are listed below⬇️

Resources Available for Mi’kmaq/Indigenous people:
📞Eskasoni Mental Health Crisis Line: 1-855-379-2099
📞Hope of Wellness Helpline: 1-855-242-3310
📞National Indian Residential School Crisis Line: 1-866-925-4419
📞Lamathut Crisis Line: 1-800-721-0066
🌐NADACA: http://www.nadaca.ca/

Resource Available for Children & Youth:
📞Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text “CONNECT” to 686868

Resources Available in Nova Scotia:
📞NS Mobile Crisis Line: 902-429-8167 or 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)
📞NSH Mental Health and Additions Intake: 1-855-922-1122
📞Provincial Domestic Violence Line: 1-855-225-0220
📞Nova Scotia free Help Line: 211

12/17/2025

The Tajikeimɨk offices in Millbrook and Membertou will be closed for the holidays from Monday, December 22, 2025, to Friday, January 2, 2026. During this time, our Nuji-Apoqnmuet team members will also be unavailable.

As the holiday season approaches, we wish you joy, good health, and the peace and wellness this time of year brings.

Wli Nipi Alasutma aqq Pusu'l Puna'ne ~ Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 🎄

12/11/2025

We are pleased to welcome Serena Lewis to the Tajikeimɨk team as our new Healing Through Loss Lead.

The Healing Through Loss Lead will lead the creation, implementation, and evaluation of a culturally grounded framework to support Mi’kmaw individuals, families, and communities in navigating grief and loss. Rooted in Mi’kmaw ways of knowing and being, this role will work in close collaboration with Elders, knowledge keepers, and community members to ensure that all tools, programs, and services reflect the spiritual, emotional, and cultural needs of Mi’kmaw people.

A message from Serena:
“Kwe’, my name is Serena Lewis, and I am eager to join the team at Tajikeimɨk in supporting L’nu wellness and healing. I am honoured to be hired as the Healing Through Loss Lead.
A proud mother of two adult sons, I am currently living in We'kopekitk (Truro). I am an avid outdoor, nature enthusiast recognizing my peace and healing is supported in land-based activities.

I bring to this role an ongoing commitment to learning and leading through Two-Eyed Seeing. I have worked in grief, loss, and healing for over 20 years, as a social worker, community member, advocate, and woman. I hold a master’s in social work with a passion for community and family-based work in dying, death, loss, and healing.”

Please join us in welcoming Serena to the team! 😊

12/08/2025

Our Membertou office team enjoyed a Christmas lunch together on Friday - a nice chance to take a break, share some good food, and spend some time as a team before the holidays. Wela’lin to everyone who joined and helped make it such a warm afternoon!

12/05/2025

We are delighted to welcome Abigail Binns to our team in the role of Mental Wellness and Healing Administrative Assistant.

The Mental Wellness and Healing Administrative Assistant supports the team by coordinating schedules, organizing meetings and events, managing daily administrative tasks, and assisting in building strong relationships across the L’nu’k Mental Wellness and Healing Framework.

Here is a note from Abigail:

“Kwe’, Teluisi Abigail Binns!

I am excited to join Tajikeimɨk as a Mental Wellness and Healing Administrative Assistant. I graduated from Mount St. Vincent University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications.

During my time at university, I was a student-athlete, playing soccer for five years and serving as captain in my final year. This experience instilled in me the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, both mentally and physically. Growing up, I spent time fishing, hunting, and trapping with my dad, which deepened my appreciation for nature at a young age. Additionally, I spent five years working alongside a member of the legislative assembly, gaining valuable experience that I look forward to bringing to Tajikeimɨk.

I am thrilled to bring my passion and skills to this role and contribute to the work at Tajikeimɨk.”

Please join us in welcoming Abigail!

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4 Stanley Johnson Street
Truro, NS
B6L5B4

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

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+18338848254

Website

https://mhwns.ca/

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