Ulnooweg Development Group Inc

08/27/2026

Congratulations to our own Barb Sylvester, who walked away with gold in Waltes singles (19+) at this year's Summer Games.

08/10/2026

We're looking for a Client Services Officer to join our Access to Capital team.

As the first point of contact for Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses, you'll help guide clients through Ulnooweg's programs and services, provide application support, and build strong relationships while delivering exceptional client service.

If this sounds like the right fit for you, we'd encourage you to apply.

📍 Learn more and apply: https://ulnoowegca.bamboohr.com/careers/96

Please share with someone who may be interested.

07/16/2026

⏰ Last chance to nominate!

Do you know someone making a difference in our Indigenous communities? Help us recognize their impact by submitting a nomination for the Ulnooweg 40th Anniversary Awards.

With 8 award categories, there are many ways to celebrate the leaders, changemakers, entrepreneurs, and community builders who inspire us every day.

📅 Nominations close July 31. Don't miss your opportunity to recognize someone deserving.

🏆 Learn more about the awards: https://ulnooweg.ca/award-show/
📝 Submit a nomination: https://ulnooweg.ca/nominate/

Need help with the nomination process? We're happy to assist. Contact us at [email protected].

07/16/2026

The Ulnooweg Indigenous Communities Foundation Post-Secondary Support Bursary is currently open, apply today!

Time is running out! ⏰

There are only a few weeks left to apply for the 2026-2027 UICF Post-Secondary Support Bursary. If you are an Indigenous youth from Atlantic Canada (under 30) attending University, College, or Trade School this fall, you could qualify for $400 to $800/month in funding!

Don't miss out—spots are limited per category.
📅 Application Deadline: Friday, July 31st at midnight.
👉 Apply now or check eligibility here: https://ulnoowegfoundation.ca/uicf-bursary-application/

Know a student heading to school? Tag them below or share this post to help spread the word!

07/08/2026

The wait is finally over! ☀️🏃🏽‍♀️

Photos from this year’s Summer Solstice Run are here, and they truly capture the spirit of the day. The smiles, the energy, the community, and all the moments that made it so special.

Take a look through the album and relive this year’s run with us. 💛

If you’d like to download high-resolution images, you can visit our photographer’s gallery here:
https://johannamatthews.shootproof.com/gallery/solstice26/

Wela’lioq to everyone who joined us and helped make this day one to remember. ☀️ We hope to see you next year!

06/17/2026

☀️ LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER! 🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏽‍♂️

Online registration for the 2026 Ulnooweg Summer Solstice Run closes TONIGHT at 11:59 PM.

Register now to guarantee:
🏅 A custom finisher's medal featuring original Mi'kmaw artwork
🎽 An official event t-shirt
🏃‍♀️ An official chip timing bib and race results
🥞 A community breakfast and celebration

Only a few spots remain, and once online registration closes, we cannot guarantee medals or timing bibs.

Join us on June 20th as we celebrate the return of summer, health, wellness, community, and our shared journey toward Truth and Reconciliation.

Don't miss your chance to be part of it. Register before midnight! 💛
Link: https://tinyurl.com/UlnoowegSSR

06/16/2026

L'nu runner Jarvis Googoo shares what keeps him coming back to the Ulnooweg Summer Solstice Run year after year. Watch his story and discover why this event is about so much more than the finish line.

06/16/2026

☀️ Solstice Spotlight: Jarvis Googoo 🏃🏽‍♂️

Every participant has a reason for showing up.

For this year's Solstice Spotlight, we're featuring L'nu runner, Jarvis Googoo as he reflects on what makes the Ulnooweg Summer Solstice Run such a special community tradition.

From the energy of the crowd to the connections made along the course, Jarvis reminds us that this event is about more than running. It's about coming together to celebrate wellness, culture, and community.

Watch his story below, and we hope to see you at the starting line on June 20th.

💛 Wela'lin, Jarvis, for sharing your journey with us.

📣 We encourage our community to grab a spot along the route and help cheer on this year's runners and walkers!

06/16/2026

Ulnooweg Indigenous Communities Foundation's Post-Secondary Bursary is now open to apply. Deadline is July 31st.

APPLY TODAY!

Are you an Indigenous youth from Atlantic Canada aged 18-30?
This is your chance to get support for your post-secondary journey.

The Ulnooweg Indigenous Communities Foundation is once again offering bursaries to help you reach your educational goals.

✅ For Indigenous youth
✅ Ages 18-30
✅ Living in Atlantic Canada
🗓️ Deadline: July 31, 2026

Don’t wait — get your application started now!

👉 Learn more and apply here: https://ulnoowegfoundation.ca/uicf-bursary-application/

06/10/2026

☀️ Only 10 days until the Ulnooweg Summer Solstice Run! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Whether you're chasing a personal best, walking with family, or joining us to celebrate community and wellness, there's a place for everyone at the starting line.

📅 June 20, 2026
📍 Millbrook First Nation

Choose from:
🌿 2K Family Fun Run (FREE for youth under 15 thanks to Brooks Business Law)
🏃 5K Run
🏃‍♂️ 10K Run
🌞 Post-run breakfast, awards, music, and community celebration

Come together to celebrate movement, connection, and the arrival of summer in Mi'kma'ki.

Ready. Set. Solstice!

Register today:
🔗 https://ulnoowegdevelopmentgroup.ca/summer-solstice-run/