Study areas

Apoqnmatulti’k is strengthening our collective understanding of the movements, migrations and habitat use of katew (American eel), jakej (American lobster), punamu (Atlantic tomcod), and ji’kaw (striped bass). These species are culturally significant to the Mi’kmaq and support important fisheries in the Pekwitapa’qek (Bay of Fundy) and Pitu’pa’q (Bras d’Or Lake).

The Pekwitapa’qek is a highly productive, tidally-driven ecosystem that supports both resident and seasonally migratory species.Katew are an important food source and medicinal product that once accounted for a significant portion of the biomass in the Pekwitapa’qek region.

The Pitu’pa’q is a unique inland sea and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Mi’kmaw communities residing around the Pitu’pa’q are highly dependent on fisheries for subsistence and rely on this area as a training ground for the transmission, practice and adaptation of Mi’kmaw fishing knowledge among community members.

minas basin (bay of fundy)
Pekwitapa’qek

The Pekwitapa’qek is a highly productive, tidally-driven ecosystem that supports both resident and seasonally migratory species.Katew are an important food source and medicinal product that once accounted for a significant portion of the biomass in the Pekwitapa’qek region.

Bras d’or Lake (cape breton)
Pitu’pa’q

The Pitu’pa’q is a unique inland sea and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Mi’kmaw communities residing around the Pitu’pa’q are highly dependent on fisheries for subsistence and rely on this area as a training ground for the transmission, practice and adaptation of Mi’kmaw fishing knowledge among community members.

Connect

Community liaisons connect Apoqnmatulti’k to local communities—from research design, findings and discussions about how the information will help the stewardship of our shared aquatic resources. Contact our community liaisons directly to learn more or share knowledge and expertise.