Robert Bernard speaks about MSVU's new Kinu Tourism Program to develop the tourism industry to include Mi'kmaq history and culture. It's the first program of its kind in Canada. And on the phone-in: Aaron Publicover

Maritime Noon

English - June 06, 2022 03:10 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MB - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
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We speak with Robert Bernard, the executive director of the NS Indigenous Tourism Enterprise Network. He's also a key player in the new Kinu Tourism Program at MSVU. The program will help encourage Indigenous tourism entrepreneurs and include more Mi'kmaq history in tourism experiences. And on the phone-in: Aaron Publicover -- appliance repair.