Andrea Durfee, Communications, Digital Mi’kmaq

Internationally Renowned Douglas Cardinal Launches Digital Mi’kmaq’s Inspirational Speaker Series

Membertou – Digital Mi’kmaq a grassroots built, Indigenous led educational initiative that aims to increase the number of Indigenous youth pursuing professional careers in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) while expanding sustainable economic development in communities nationwide.

Through an integrated series of enriched programs and advanced educational opportunities, Digital Mi’kmaq is changing the landscape

With over 300 First Nation students, Elders, educators and community members gathered at the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre to share in the wonder of Douglas Cardinal and the world of Indigenous architecture.

An extraordinary man, whose genius not only changed architecture but also how it was viewed from an Indigenous perspective. “I sought a style of architecture that connected to our mother earth and the mothers of the earth to reflect my own Anishinaabe culture.” said Cardinal.

His buildings and planned communities have been recognized as early leaders in sustainability and ecological design. In the late 1970s, his office was an early-adopter of computer aided design technology, resulting in curvilinear lines and free-form shapes in which his work is well known for today.

“Through these incredible Inspirational events, Digital Mi’kmaq’s goal is to inspire ...