This First Person column was written by Jenene Wooldridge, a Mi’kmaw author and executive director of L’nuey, based in Epekwitk (P.E.I.). For more information about CBC’s First Person stories, please see the FAQ.
When I was growing up, I didn’t see Indigenous performers or dancers in our local venues. I didn’t see stories of them sharing our culture in the media. I didn’t see them included in celebratory ceremonies. I didn’t see myself represented. In fact, I didn’t see any signs of our culture displayed anywhere.
So when my children were asked to participate in the 2023 Canada Winter Games opening ceremony on P.E.I.,
