Indigenous Storytelling Walk - Fusion SJ x First Nations Storytellers

Discover local Wolastoqey and Mi’kmaq history on a 90-min guided storytelling walk along Saint John’s historic Harbour Passage. Long before Saint John became Canada’s oldest incorporated city, the Wolastoqey and Mi’kmaq peoples thrived here with cultures rooted in deep harmony with the land and waters. Join Fusion Saint John and First Nations Storytellers for an immersive, 90-minute guided storytelling walk along Harbour Passage and the Wolastoq (Beautiful River). Following a historic portage route and archaeological sites echoing with generational history, this walk is an invitation to pause, reflect, and see our waterfront through a transformative cultural lens. What You’ll Experience • Local Indigenous History: Hear untold perspectives and historical insights rooted in the land we share. • Traditional Earth Stewardship: Explore timeless practices of balance and environmental respect that remain vital today. • Living Oral Traditions: Discover enduring stories of resilience, ingenuity, and community passed down through generations. ✨ Come ready to listen deeply, engage respectfully, and experience the timeless wisdom embedded in the landscape. 🎟️ Registration • Registration Fee: $25 CAD per person • Community Subsidy: Thanks to generous support from Envision Saint John, tickets are offered at more than 50% off the standard rate ($49 + HST) to make this experience accessible to the community. • Capacity: Group size is strictly capped at 25 participants to preserve an intimate, respectful circle. 📍 Meeting Location & Arrival • Meeting Point: Saint John Harbourfront Hotel Lobby, 1 Market Square, Saint John, NB E2L 4Z6 ✅ What to Bring • Comfortable, supportive walking shoes • Warm, weather-appropriate layers (outdoor harbour breezes can be brisk in late October) • A reusable water bottle • An open heart and mind ℹ️ Additional Details • Pace & Distance: Approximately 90 minutes along a paved, level walking trail at an easy, accessible pace. • Weather: Runs rain or shine; departure will only be rescheduled in the case of hazardous weather conditions. • Barrier-Free Access: If cost is an obstacle to your participation, please email [email protected].