Kiknu Long-Term Care Home
The Kiknu long-term care home in Eskasoni is the first home in a Mi'kmaw community. Elders and seniors start moving in next week. An event marking the opening was held today, April 17. See the news release here: https://news.novascotia.ca/en/2024/04/17/eskasoni-province-celebrate-opening-new-long-term-care-home
The design of Kiknu is in the shape of a turtle, which represents the Indigenous reference to Turtle Island and is part of the seven sacred teachings. (Communications Nova Scotia)
The gathering space at Kiknu's entrance includes a graphical representation of a healing circle where traditional ceremonies can be held. (Communications Nova Scotia)
The gathering space has seven wooden posts, representing the seven sacred Mi’kmaw teachings and seven districts of Mi’kma’ki. (Communications Nova Scotia)
The home includes several common areas. (Communications Nova Scotia)
Single living spaces include a private suite and washroom. (Communications Nova Scotia)
Eskasoni Chief Leroy Denny and Elder Lottie Marshall at the grand opening ceremony of Kiknu in Eskasoni on Wednesday, April 17. (Communications Nova Scotia)
Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Barbara Adams, right, and Elder Lottie Marshall. (Communications Nova Scotia)
Traditional dancers, including Jacoby Batiste, right, at the grand opening ceremony of Kiknu. (Communications Nova Scotia)
Eskasoni Chief Leroy Denny, centre, Grand Chief Norman Sylliboy, centre left, and others cut a ribbon to officially mark the opening of Kiknu. (Communications Nova Scotia)
Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Barbara Adams and Brian Wong, Minister of Advanced Education and L'nu Affairs, right, congratulate Eskasoni Chief Leroy Denny following the ceremony. (Communications Nova Scotia)