Elukuti'kw wjit Naji-Wlo'ltinenew Utanminal.
(We are working toward better health for all in our communities.)

Tajikeimɨk is the new and developing health and wellness organization leading health transformation for Mi’kmaw communities in Nova Scotia.

Health transformation is the process of the Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia taking control of the design and delivery of their health and wellness services to improve overall health for individuals and communities.

Over this multi-year journey, the health transformation process will build on, grow and evolve the health and wellness services and programs used by Mi’kmaw people in Nova Scotia, with a focus on high-quality, culturally safe and wholistic approaches.

The Chiefs and Health Directors from the 13 First Nations in Nova Scotia have long been working in their communities, and with Mi’kmaw organizations, to address gaps in health services and improve wellness. This work has created a strong foundation to build health transformation.

Tajikeimɨk Origin Video

Want to see how Tajikeimik came to be? Watch our origin story video. The script was written by Alexa Sylliboy, translated by Kenneth Prosper and Janaya Paul, narrated by Anne Marchand, with paintings by Loretta Gould and music performed by the Allison Bernard Memorial High School Girls’ Drum Group.


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Watch in Mi'kmaw with English subtitles

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Watch in English with Mi'kmaw subtitles

Latest Updates

  • News & A'tukwaqnl (Stories)

    We have launched our Origin video - and we are now incorporated! Read and watch here...

    A'tukwaqnl ~ September 2025 >

  • Read the newest edition of Aknutmaqn ~ news and updates from Tajikeimɨk!

    This issue features the following stories: Building Culturally Safe Palliative Care for Mi'kmaw Communities, A New Resource for Mi'kmaq & Indigenous Nurses in Nova Scotia. And more!!

    Aknutmaqn ~ June 2025 >

  • Lighting the path: Courtney Pennell's mission to support and empower Indigenous nursing students

    When Courtney Pennell stepped into her new role with Tajikeimɨk as Mi’kmaq Indigenous Nurse Education Specialist, it wasn’t just a career move—it was a full-circle moment. A registered nurse with nearly a decade of experience, a mother, a researcher, and a proud member of Wasoqopa’q First Nation, Pennell carries with her a fierce dedication to supporting Indigenous nursing students across Kjipuktuk and beyond.

    Meet Courtney >

  • Let's Get Started - Building Culturally Safe Palliative Care for Mi'kmaw Communities

    Tajikeimɨk partnered with Nova Scotia Health (NSH) to host a Palliative Care Gathering on March 4 and 5, 2025. This event brought together Mi’kmaw cancer survivors, community health staff, Health Directors, and healthcare workers across the province to discuss the future of palliative care in Mi’kmaw communities. The gathering was an important step in addressing unique healthcare needs, building stronger relationships with the provincial health system, and ensuring that future care respects Mi’kmaw identity and values.

    News & A'tukwaqnl (Stories) - Palliative Care Gathering Overview >

  • Research Nova Scotia Investing $27 Million in Community-Focused Research

    Research Nova Scotia (RNS) has awarded $7 million to the Eqtuaptmu’k W’loti: Using Mi’kmaw Knowledge to Create Health & Wellness Solutions project, through its new Focused Research Investments (FRI) initiative. This project, led by John R. Sylliboy and Dr. Margot Latimer in partnership with Tajikeimɨk and the IWK Health Centre, will work towards improving access to culturally safe health and healing experiences for Mi’kmaw children and youth across Mi’kma’ki.

    Full announcement >

  • Emily Peter-Paul, Mi’kmaq Indigenous Nurse Educator Specialist, based at StFX, is helping students thrive

    The Office of L’nu Nursing with Tajikeimɨk, in partnership with the Nova Scotia Government, has created a role to help strengthen pathways for Mi’maw and Indigenous students to be successful in nursing and to bring community formed understanding into nursing programs.

    Mi’kmaq Indigenous Nurse Educator Specialist, based at StFX, is helping students thrive >

Join us on this journey

Community organizations and members will have opportunities to help shape and develop health and wellness programs and service priorities for the Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia. Stay up to date with progress by following us on social media.

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