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Land Acknowledgement: Elsipogtog First Nation is located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people along the Richibucto River in New Brunswick. The Mi'kmaq have been the stewards of this land within Mi'kma'ki since time immemorial.

Mi'kmaq

Elsipogtog First Nation

Eastern New Brunswick, New Brunswick, Canada

Elsipogtog (meaning 'River of Fire') is the largest Mi'kmaq community in New Brunswick, located along the Richibucto River. The community is known for its strong cultural identity, advocacy for land rights, and growing local economy.

3
Businesses
~3,000
Population
2
Events

Language & Culture — Mi'kmawi'simk

Mi'kmaq

Traditional Name:

Mi'kmawi'simk

Language Family:

Algonquian (Eastern)

Speakers:

~3,000–5,000 fluent Mi'kmaq speakers across Mi'kma'ki; Elsipogtog has one of the largest Mi'kmaq-speaking populations in New Brunswick

UNESCO Status:

Vulnerable

Essential Phrases

Hello / Greeting

Kwe'

/GWEH/

Hello / Greetings

Thank You

Wela'lin

/well-AH-lin/

Thank you

Welcome

Pjila'si

/pih-JIH-lah-see/

Welcome / Come in

Cultural Values

Msit No'kmaqAll My Relations
NetukulimkLiving in harmony with nature / Sustainable harvesting
L'nui'sultinejLet us speak Mi'kmaq
SipuRiver (Elsipogtog means 'River of Fire')

Language Revitalisation

  • •Elsipogtog School Mi'kmaq language immersion programme
  • •Mi'kmaw Kina'matnewey language curriculum
  • •University of New Brunswick Mi'kmaq language and culture studies

Preserving Indigenous Languages: Mi'kmawi'simk (Mi'kmaq) is vulnerable and benefits from continued community investment. Every conversation, every phrase learned, and every child raised in the language strengthens the vitality of this community. We encourage visitors to learn and use these phrases respectfully.

Economic DevelopmentRetail / ServicesArts / Cultural

Businesses in Elsipogtog First Nation

Elsipogtog Business Centre

Economic Development

Community economic development organisation supporting local entrepreneurs and business creation.

Local Retail and Services

Retail / Services

Community businesses including convenience stores, trades services, and local shops.

Mi'kmaq Cultural Artisans

Arts / Cultural

Local artisans creating traditional Mi'kmaq crafts including porcupine quillwork, basket weaving, and beadwork.

Events & Celebrations

Elsipogtog Annual Pow Wow

June

Annual Mi'kmaq pow wow and cultural celebration featuring traditional dance, drumming, and community feast.

National Indigenous Peoples Day

June 21

Community celebrations and cultural events marking National Indigenous Peoples Day.

Cultural Destinations & Landmarks

Richibucto River and Surrounding Forests

Natural areas along the Richibucto River offering fishing, canoeing, and outdoor recreation in Mi'kmaq territory.

Elsipogtog Cultural Grounds

Community gathering space used for pow wows, cultural ceremonies, and community events.

Grants & Funding Resources

Ulnooweg Development Group

Aboriginal Financial Institution providing loans, mentorship, and business support to Mi'kmaq and other Indigenous entrepreneurs in Atlantic Canada.

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NACCA Indigenous Growth Fund

National fund providing Indigenous entrepreneurs with access to capital and business resources.

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