Tajikeimɨk is the new and developing health and wellness organization that is leading health transformation on behalf of Mi’kmaw communities in Nova Scotia. In collaboration with Chiefs, Grand Council, and Health Directors, Tajikeimɨk will build on and evolve the health and wellness services and programs used by Mi’kmaw people in Nova Scotia; improve health service delivery; and strengthen coordination with Federal and Provincial health system partners—with the goal of improving overall health for Mi’kmaq and communities.

If you are passionate about advancing Mi’kmaw health and wellness in an environment where you can make a difference, we may have the perfect opportunity for you. Contact us at: careers@mhwns.ca

Elukuti’kw wjit naji-wlo’ltinenew utanminal. (We are working toward better health for all in our communities.)

Current Positions with Tajikeimɨk

Mi’kmaq Indigenous Nurse Education Specialist (Kjipuktuk/Halifax), Tajikeimɨk (Open until position filled. We are reviewing applications as they are received)

Mi’kmaq Indigenous Nurse Education Specialist (Western NS), Tajikeimɨk (Open until position filled. We are reviewing applications as they are received)

Healing Through Loss Community Coordinator, Tajikeimɨk (Open until position filled. We are reviewing applications as they are received)

Nuji-Apoqnmuet (Mi’kmaw Patient Helper) for Western Zones, Tajikeimɨk (Open until positions filled. We are reviewing applications as they are received)

Current Positions with Our Partners

Administrative-Finance Assistant – Governance, APC Head Office, Dartmouth (Closing February 27, 2026)

Occupational Therapist, Eskasoni Health Centre (Open until Filled)

Physiotherapist, Eskasoni Health Centre (Open until Filled)

Dietician, Eskasoni Health Centre (Open until Filled)

Health Director, Annapolis Valley First Nation (Open until Filled)

Director of Healing, Paqtnkek Health Centre (Open until Filled)

Clinical Social Worker, Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation (Open until position filled)

Certified Addictions Counsellor, Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation (Open until position filled)

Communication Disorders Technician, Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia, Eskasoni (Open until Filled)

Mi'kmaw Indigenous Patient Navigator (Designated) , IWK Health (Open until Filled)

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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