Rally supports Mi’kmaq moderate livelihood fisheries

    Rally comes weeks after peaceful protest by commercial fishermen at DFO office

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    Drake Lowthers
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    There was a rally on October 17 in Antigonish supporting the Mi’kmaq moderate livelihood fishery.

    ANTIGONISH: The great niece of Donald Marshall Jr. says Nova Scotians need to respect that everyone is on un-ceded Mi’kmaq territory. Membertou’s Salena Sylvester made the comments on October 17, as she addressed a rally of about 250 supporters in Antigonish for Mi’kmaq moderate livelihood fisheries that have been established across the province recently. “The…

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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.