Photo by Drake Lowthers -- Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation recently established a pandemic safety by-law to combat COVID-19. The by-law allows band councillors to enact mandatory curfews, checkpoints, and even a full lockdown of the community. Those who violate the by-law can receive fines of up to $1,000 or 30 days in jail.

PAQTNKEK: Across Canada there are 216 cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) reported among First Nations living on-reserve, however there hasn’t been any positive tests to date in Nova Scotia, or any of the other Maritime provinces. This equates to 0.23 per cent of all reported cases nationwide. “We are cautiously optimistic that nationally, the First…

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Drake Lowthers

Drake Lowthers is the editor of The Strait Area Reporter, where he leads coverage of the people, stories, and events that shape northeastern Nova Scotia and western Cape Breton Island. Originally from the Annapolis Valley, and calling Antigonish home for the past decade, he has a passion for community journalism, and has told hundreds of stories that highlight local voices - from grassroots initiatives to provincial issues that affect everyday life - in a creative, yet thought-provoking way. His dedication to excellence in journalism has earned multiple recognitions on the national stage, confirming his belief in the vital role of local news in informing, connecting, and strengthening communities. When he isn’t in the newsroom, Drake is deeply engaged in the Antigonish community, where he continues to advocate for collaboration and building a stronger future together.

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Drake Lowthers
Drake Lowthers is the editor of The Strait Area Reporter, where he leads coverage of the people, stories, and events that shape northeastern Nova Scotia and western Cape Breton Island. Originally from the Annapolis Valley, and calling Antigonish home for the past decade, he has a passion for community journalism, and has told hundreds of stories that highlight local voices - from grassroots initiatives to provincial issues that affect everyday life - in a creative, yet thought-provoking way. His dedication to excellence in journalism has earned multiple recognitions on the national stage, confirming his belief in the vital role of local news in informing, connecting, and strengthening communities. When he isn’t in the newsroom, Drake is deeply engaged in the Antigonish community, where he continues to advocate for collaboration and building a stronger future together.