How do I become a member of the Qalipu Mi’kmaq First Nation Band?
You must apply to the Enrolment Committee to be added to the list of Founding Members. Successful applicants will be those who: Genealogical research conducted for the FNI will be available to the Enrolment Committee to help them identify ancestors who are recognized as aboriginal persons. Applicants who do not live in one of these Mi’kmaq communities must show that they often visit or stay in frequent contact with Mi’kmaq who do live in them, and that they try to maintain Mi’kmaq culture and ways of life—evidence of this can include membership in an organization (such as the FNI) that promotes Mi’kmaq interests, or knowledge of or participation in Mi’kmaq ceremonies and traditional activities.
Related Questions
- After the Qalipu Mi’kmaq First Nation Band is formed with its original Founding Members, can other people apply to become Founding Members?
- Must a certain number of people qualify for membership in the Qalipu Mi’kmaq First Nation Band before it can be formed?
- Is there a maximum limit to how many members the Qalipu Mi’kmaq First Nation Band can have?
