Home COVID-19 Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation closes to non-residents, Whycocomagh Bay closed to sport fishing COVID-19 Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation closes to non-residents, Whycocomagh Bay closed to sport fishing By Drake Lowthers - June 2, 2020 Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest WhatsApp 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. Sign up for a monthly subscription. Just $4.99! Want to stay informed daily? Subscribe to The Reporter Newsletter and receive (up to) one email per day with all news updates, right to your inbox! Log In Register