A Case Study: Peskotomuhkati-led Marine Conservation at the Wolves

The Peskotomuhkati people have been living and caring for the lands and waters now colonized as southwestern New Brunswick and eastern Maine since time immemorial, living in balance with nature. The marine space here is rich in nutrients from the highest tides in the world in the Bay of Fundy and provides life to many creatures. It is under threat from various pressures, and does not have any formal protection. This project seeks to understand what a Peskotomuhkati-led marine protected area could look like – what conservation tools would best align with Peskotomuhkati values, how best to manage a protected area moving forward, and what lessons can be learned from other Nations across Turtle Island. The research team aims to help prepare the Peskotomuhkati Nation for
future leadership in establishment and management of a marine protected area network to safeguard habitat for future generations.

Faculty Supervisor:

Hannah Harrison

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Partner:

Passamaquoddy Recognition Group

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Public administration

University:

Dalhousie University

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