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The Basics

Data tells a story — but to read it well, we need to understand where it comes from and what it represents. This section introduces the core ideas behind Mi’kmaw data governance, from data sovereignty and OCAP® principles to the spirit carried within the information we collect. It’s the starting point for understanding how knowledge, culture, and evidence come together in respectful balance.

Articles

The Spirit in Data
When we say there’s “spirit in data,” we mean that numbers and charts can never tell the full story — but they can help us listen more deeply. Behind every […]
What Does Data Sovereignty Mean?
Data sovereignty means that Mi’kmaw people have the right to control their own data — information about their lives, communities, and lands. It’s about ownership and protection, but also about […]