Book Vending Machine Unveiling

Written By Mahegun Tails Inc.

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Adrian Goulet and his son, Albert Goulet of Mahegun Tails Inc. joined Miskanawah in celebrating the unveiling of a cultural book vending machine, acknowledging this exciting and impactful initiative with song.

Miskanawah was gifted the book vending machine through Nitsanak Mamawintowak's partnership with Brainworx! by Start2Finish, First Book Canada, and TD Canada Trust.

The Start2Finish Indigenous Literacy Enhancement Project is providing four vending machines filled with culturally relevant books to schools and community partners serving Indigenous youth across Canada. Miskanawah and three other partners in Ontario, will be given 250 books per quarter for 2 years. It is their hope that this project will help support literacy and student achievement in Indigenous communities through the power of storytelling. By putting culturally relevant books in children's homes, the goal is to support holistic learning devoted to interconnectedness, resilience, and physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual growth.

Mahegun Tails Inc.

Incorporated in 2011, Mahegun Tails Inc. is an Indigenous family-owned organization that provides culturally informed facilitation and consultation services. Guided by the teachings of our Elders, Mahegun Tails Inc. uses creation stories and cultural teachings as key elements in the delivery of services.

Mahegun Tails Inc. strives to see the revitalization of Indigenous beliefs and values that support the wellness of our shared community. Our vision is to bring traditional knowledge to our Indigenous and non-Indigenous relatives.

Being a good relative is at the heart of our practice.

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