About Us

Membertou is an urban and progressive Mi’kmaq community located on Unama’ki – Cape Breton Island.

With a strong focus on community growth through economic development, the spirit of Membertou is driven by its close-knit and vibrant people.

Membertou, named after Grand Chief Membertou (1510-1611), is one of five Mi’kmaq communities in Cape Breton and one of thirteen Mi’kmaq communities within the province of Nova Scotia. Membertou is an ever-expanding community, and its current population is 1,695, which includes both on and off-reserve members.

Today, sitting atop a hill, just three kilometres from Sydney’s downtown core, Membertou wasn’t always in its current location. The community was moved from its original location, Kun’tewiktuk (also known as King’s Road Reserve) in 1926 by the Exchequer Court of Canada; the very first time in Canadian history that an Indigenous community was legally forced to relocate.

Experience Membertou

Membertou Trade & Convention Centre

Our premier Membertou Trade and Convention Centre features year-round performances, a variety of special events and conferences, our Membertou Welcome Centre and so much more. Each year we are proud to welcome thousands of visitors to our community as they gather at the convention centre.

Here’s how to find us:
https://membertoutcc.com
50 Autwen Ma’sl Awti, Membertou, Nova Scotia
902-562-6826

Hampton Inn by Hilton

Infused with cultural touches throughout, our modern hotel welcomes thousands of guests a year for all types of events and occasions. The hotel is also attached to the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre by ped-way for your convenience.

The Hampton includes complimentary breakfast buffet, large indoor pool with slide, spacious rental rooms, free RV, car and bus parking, free infant beds, laundry services, free wi-fi and much more.

Here’s how to find us:
https://www.hilton.com
60 Autwen Ma’sl Awti, Membertou, Nova Scotia
855-213-0582

Membertou Heritage Park

Membertou Heritage Park consists of a five-acre site that offers a living history of the people of Membertou and the Mi’kmaq culture. The indoor exhibit contains preserved pieces and archives to teach you about our community. Take part in one of their cultural workshops or interactive tours!

Petroglyphs Gift Shop is located within the Membertou Heritage Park. They carry traditional and contemporary Mi’kmaq art and crafts as well as limited edition originals and prints made by Mi’kmaq artists. You will be sure to find a special souvenir to take home with you.

Workshops:
Drum Making
Dreamcatcher
Basket Making
Talking Stick
Beading
Wooden Flowers
Guided Exhibit Tours
Medicine Bag Making

Here’s how to find us:
https://www.membertouheritagepark.com/
35 Su’n Awti, Membertou, Nova Scotia
902-567-5333

Kiju’s Restaurant

At Kiju’s, we live by our tagline: Fresh. Local. Friendly. Kiju’s menu offers a variety of dishes, including pub-style classics, kid’s meals, and finer fare that incorporates fresh ideas and local ingredients, all served with friendly Cape Breton hospitality!

Book a reservation:
902-562-6220

Here’s how to find us:
https://kijus.com
50 Autwen Ma’sl Awti, Membertou, Nova Scotia

Kiju’s Restaurant is located on the 2nd floor of the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre and attached to the Hampton Inn Hotel by pedway.

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