RESOURCES
Resources
Welcome to the WNNB resource page – a rich repository of information, tools, and insights that celebrate and empower Wolastoqey culture and communities. This resource list was put together by the Wolastoqey Nation and Tribal Council to help allies educate themselves and others on Indigenous issues in New Brunswick.
Wolastoqey Tribal Council
The Wolastoqey Tribal Council focuses on the growth and success of Wolastoqey communities through capacity building projects, training and workshops, and access to social services.
Learn MoreToolkits
Be an ally! Read the Toolkits to find valuable insights and guidance on how to support, engage, and advocate for Indigenous communities, fostering a stronger bond of unity and understanding.
Anti-discrimination
WNNB stands for the elimination of prejudices, stereotypes and systemic biases that have historically marginalized and disadvantaged our people and communities. Discrimination and harassment are against the law. If you are the victim of discrimination or are aware of an incident, please report it.
1-866-459-6341 (Press 2)
The Wolastoqey Nation of New Brunswick has created a short series of videos chronicling experiences of racism that no human should have to endure. WNNB thanks the Canadian Race Relations Foundation for their investment in this project.
Local Knowledge
Learn more about the six Wolastoqey communities by following the links below.
Books
Read about Indigenous issues in Canada, decolonization, reconciliation and more.
21 Things You Might Not Know About The Indian Act
14 Free e-Books From Indigenous Corporate Training
Indigenous Writes: A guide to First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Issues
Stories from our Elders in Atlantic Canada
Speaking Our Truth: A Journey of Reconciliation
Whose Land is it Anyway? A Manual for Decolonization
Podcasts
Explore the videos below to learn more about the rich history of Indigenous communities.
Movies / Videos
Listen to podcasts that feature authentic storytelling and perspectives of Indigenous communities throughout Canada.
Where are the Children? Healing the Legacy of the Residential Schools
8th Fire: Wab’s Walk Through History
Mmiwg Inquiry Hearings – Wakanaki Territory
Sen. Murray Sinclair: How Can Canadians Work Toward Reconciliation
Etuaptmumk: Two-Eyed Seeing – Rebecca Thomas
Etuaptmumk Two-Eyed Seeing with Albert Marshall
Music
Listen below to Indigenous artists, whose music is a rich tapestry of tradition and expression that represents the cultural and spiritual history of Indigenous peoples.
Articles
Read below to educate yourself on the history of Indigenous peoples in Canada.
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action
Exploring Wakanaki Concepts of Holism and Longhouse Knowledge
The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
IRSS Timeline Compiled by the Canadian Encyclopedia
Executive Summary of the Final Report for the National Inquiry into MMIWG
Building an Ally: Non-Indigenous People Share their Stories of Bridge Building
Building the Indian Residential Schools System
“Two-Eyed Seeing”: An Indigenous Framework to Transform Fisheries Research and Management
Residential School History
Reports and documents
The Wolastoqey Nation in New Brunswick will publish reports and other documents that may be of interest to our members, stakeholders, and the general public. Access these documents below.
Collaborative Process Report
Moose Glyphosate StudyHeading
Statement: Snow Crab Litigation
Provincial Parks Committee
2021 Title Claim Information
2020 Title Claim Information
Duty to Consult Backgrounder
Aboriginal Treater Rights
NB Power Field Report – Fundy Isles Project
NB Power Field Report – Rainsford Lane Transmission Line
NB Power Field Report – Neguac Substation Survey
NB Power Field Report – Fundy Isles and Neguac Project
NB Power Field Report – The Houlton Waters Project
NB Power Field Report – Mactaquac Project
Careers
View the following career opportunities in our communities.
