In February 2026, Kiara LaBobe, a Governance and Engagement Officer with the Mi’kmaq rights organization L’nuey, spoke to a federal committee in Ottawa about how government decisions affect communities in Three Rivers, Prince Edward Island. LaBobe, who also leads a national youth council, shared details on treaty rights and how local parks and historic sites should be managed. This testimony is expected to influence future funding and programs for the region.
A major focus of the discussion involves the Roma at Three Rivers National Historic Site, located in Brudenell near Georgetown. This site is part of a 2024 partnership called the Toquktmekl Co-Management Agreement, which was signed between L’nuey and Parks Canada. This agreement allows the Mi’kmaq people and the federal government to work together on running protected lands and historic locations across the province.
The outcome of these federal meetings could lead to new jobs in tourism and conservation that are led by the Mi’kmaq community. Residents in the Three Rivers area may see changes in how they access cultural sites and participate in local programs. LaBobe’s role in the meeting was to ensure that the needs of future generations are considered when the government makes decisions about land use and funding.
The work being done by L’nuey also includes an initiative called Ni’n aq No’kmaq, which focuses on creating a local governance system. By appearing before the committee, LaBobe aimed to highlight the impact these federal choices have on the daily lives of people in Kings County. The goal is to create sustainable partnerships that benefit both Indigenous and non-Indigenous residents through better services and shared history.
