A unified team of chiefs, staff & educators advocating for our communities & protecting the education & Mi'kmaw language of the Mi'kmaq people.Mi’kmaw Kina’matnewey is a unified team of chiefs, staff, parents & educators who advocate for & represent the educational interests of our Mi'kmaq communities.

Core values

- **Increases Indigenous Access to Education**: The project aims to increase Indigenous access to post-secondary tourism education, addressing a significant gap in educational opportunities[1].
- **Preserves Culture and Integrates Indigenous Knowledge**: It preserves Mi’kmaw culture, history, and traditions, and integrates Indigenous knowledge into the tourism and hospitality management curriculum, which is beneficial for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students[1].
- **Supports Economic Growth**: The project supports the growth of the Indigenous tourism sector in Mi’kma’ki, contributing to economic opportunities and development in Indigenous communities[1].
- **Addresses Historical Injustices and Promotes Reconciliation**: By addressing barriers to Indigenous participation in post-secondary education, the project aligns with broader efforts to address historical injustices and promote reconciliation[1][2].