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Mamu Nikantetau 2024
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The new edition will take place from September 23rd to September 30th, 2024, in Anishnabe territory, and will encompass the Indigenous communities of Kitcisakik, Lac-Simon, and Pikogan, as well as the cities of Val-d'Or and Amos.
Some twenty walkers will cover the entire route, which totals just under 200 km. The event will culminate on September 30 with a commemoration on the site of the former residential school in Saint-Marc-de-Figuery.
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The "Mamu Nikantetau" event, meaning "Let's move forward together" in Innu-aimun, is an annual Great Walk aimed at promoting reconciliation and living together between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
The event will take place from September 23rd to September 30th, 2024, on Anishnabe territory, covering the communities of Kitcisakik, Lac-Simon, and Pikogan, as well as the cities of Val-d'Or and Amos.
Registration is open to all, Indigenous from all nations and non-Indigenous allies aged 18 and over. In order to promote intergenerational exchanges and representation of different backgrounds, we will take into account the age and Nation of the participants in the selection process. The core group of walkers is limited to 20 participants.
For those who cannot join the main group, portions of the walk will be open to the public. More details will follow.
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Living a unique group experience
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Personal growth
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Supporting one's healing process by sharing with other Indigenous and non-Indigenous individuals
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Gesture of solidarity towards survivors of Indigenous residential schools
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Actively participating in the reconciliation process
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Being in good physical shape to walk several kilometers per day.
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Being available from September 22nd to September 30th, 2024.
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Being able to travel to Kitcisakik on September 22nd and return from Pikogan on September 30th.
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The event is drug and alcohol-free.
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Spaces are limited.
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A refundable deposit of $100 is required to confirm registration once selected.
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Monday, September 23rd: 17 km
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Tuesday, September 24th: 23 km
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Wednesday, September 25th: 26 km
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Thursday, September 26th: 22 km and local walk in Val-d'Or (4 km)
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Friday, September 27th: 23 km
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Saturday, September 28th: 28 km
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Sunday, September 29th: 24 km
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Monday, September 30th: Participation in the commemoration at the site of the former St-Marc-de-Figuery residential school (5 km)
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Higher self-esteem
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Better understanding of Indigenous realities
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New friendships
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Sense of belonging
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Pride and sense of accomplishment
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Better physical and mental health
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Increased determination
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For any inquiries, you can contact us at the following email address: info@puamun.com
Mamu Nikantetau Expedition
The Mamu Nikantetau expedition, meaning "Let's Move Forward Together" in Innu-aimun, is an annual walk aimed at promoting reconciliation and living together.
Mamu Nikantetau Expedition 2025
September 2025
The 2025 edition will be held from September 23 to 30, and will take a route through Ndakina, W8banaki territory, to Nionwentsïo, Wendat territory. The route will follow the St. Lawrence River, passing through the communities of Odanak, Wolinak and Wendake, as well as the cities of Trois-Rivières and Québec.
A step towards healing and reconciliation
From our perspective, healing — both individual and collective — must be an integral part of the truth and reconciliation process. Without truth, there can be no healing, and without healing, there can be no reconciliation. It is with this in mind that we wish to continue walking the path already begun, in order to carry forward this healing process that we must all commit to.
2025 participants
Atikamekw of Manawan
Rose-Marie
Quebecer from St-Paulin
Laurie
Anicinape of Pikogan
Edouard
Wendat of Wendake
Solène
Anishinaabe of Lac-Simon
Kijâtai-Alexandra
Wendat of Wendake
Anne-Isabelle
W8banaki de Wôlinak
Gabriel
Wendat of Wendake
Sarah
Ilnu of Mashteuiatsh
Sandra
Quebecer from Jonquière
Caroline
Innu of Unamen Shipu
Fanny-Alisson
Innu of Uashat mak Mani-Utenam
Real
Innu of Matimekush-Lake John
Adele
Innu of Pessamit
Sarah
Innu of Uashat mak Mani-Utenam
Frederic (Mikue)
Wendat of Wendake
Sebastien
Quebecer from Sept-Îles
Sebastien
Innu of Pessamit
Laurie
Naskapi of Kawawachikamach
Tatyana
2024 participants
Anishinabe and Eeyou of Oujé-Bougoumou
Wanda
Wendat of Wendake
Claudia
Wolastoqewi of Cacouna
Marie-Claude
Anicinape of Pikogan
Jon
Abitibiwinni of Pikogan
Kimberly
Innu of Pessamit
Geneviève
Quebecer from Rouyn-Noranda
Ariane
Anicinape of Pikogan
Nathalie
Quebecer from St-Bruno-de-Montarville
Sarah
Anicinape of Pikogan
Edward
Wendat of Wendake
Speedwell
Quebecer from Montreal
Marie-Christine
Innu of Uashat mak Mani-Utenam
Frederic (Mikue)
Quebecer from Matimekush-Lac-John
Chantale
Quebecer from Trois-Rivières
Alexander
Wendat of Wendake
Veronik
Innu of Pessamit
Anthonia
2023 participants
Frederic (Mikue)
Innu of Uashat
Evangeline
Attikamekw of Wemotaci
Tatiana
Innu of Mani-Utenam
Willie
Naskapi of Kawawachikamach
Sebastien
Québécois of Sept-Iles
Marie-Catherine
Innu of Pessamit
Marco
Innu of Mashteuiatsh
Tawnie
Mohawk of Kahnawá:ke
Sarah
Québécoise of St-Bruno-de-Montarville
Micheline
Attikamewk of Wemotaci
Albert
Québécois.e of Montréal
Johanne
Innu of Matimekush-Lac John
Our partners
A journey marked by exchanges, encounters and overcoming challenges.
The walkers - 2023 Edition
Dr. Vollant's walks aim to be inspiring to promote a healthy lifestyle and are also a wonderful way to foster reconciliation between peoples.
Being a partner means contributing to a harmonious future between our peoples and taking action for wellness and reconciliation.
Sponsorship and visibility plan
Become a partner
Among the Innu, the caribou is closely linked to way of life and identity. It is also a source of food and sustenance,
ATIKu (Caribou)
Level 5
A symbol of strength and protection, the bear is known as the spiritual grandmother of the forests.
MASHKu (Bear)
Level 4
Dr. Vollant's walks aim to promote a healthy lifestyle and are also a wonderful way to foster reconciliation between peoples.
Being a partner means contributing to a harmonious future between our peoples and taking action for wellness and reconciliation.
Sponsorship and visibility plan
Become our partner
For the Innu, the caribou is closely linked to way of life and identity. It is also a source of food and sustenance.
Level 5
A symbol of strength and protection, the bear is invoked as the spiritual grandmother of the forests.
Level 4