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Celebrating Canada’s Historic Crossing Place
June 15 - 16, 2024
Ever since people have lived in the Maritimes, Wuk’taa’mook (Cape Jourimain) has been the preferred place for travelling between the mainland and Epegoit (Prince Edward Island). Except for the last few hundred years, people made this crossing using canoes.
Join us for a special two-day event to celebrate Cape Jourimain’s Mi’kmaq history. The event will include the unveiling of a traditionally carved birch bark canoe, constructed by renowned Mi’kmaq canoe builders Todd and Melissa Labrador.
Activities:
Day 1 – 10:00am to 4:30pm
Opening ceremony and canoe unveiling
Presentation series (Mi’kmaq canoe travel and the history of Cape Jourimain)
BBQ lunch
Canoe races
Day 2 – 5:30am to 12:00pm
Sunrise ceremony
Birding tour and nature walk
Canoe etching and finishing work
Closing ceremony and prayer
Please note, activities and times may change. Updates will be posted on our website and social media.
This will be the first in a series of annual events celebrating Cape Jourimain’s history as the Crossing Place. Keep an eye on our website and social media for updates on future events.
