Media advisory – Commemorating the 300th anniversary of the signing of the Peace and Friendship Treaty of 1726

Press Release

From: Parks Canada

June 2, 2026

On June 4, 2026, the Sante’ Mawio’mi, alongside the Government of Canada, are pleased to present a special event to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the signing of the Peace and Friendship Treaty of 1726. This treaty, ratified between Mi’kmaw, Wəlastəkokewiyik, and Peskətəmohkatewey leadership and the British Crown on June 4, 1726, was the first of its kind in the region that would become the Canadian Maritimes and served as the basis for future negotiations and Peace and Friendship Treaties established throughout the late 18th century.

Cultural programming featuring music, dance, education, crafts and food vendors will begin at 10:00 a.m. at Fort Anne National Historic Site. A formal plaque unveiling ceremony to commemorate the historic significance of the treaty will begin at 1:30 p.m.

Please note that this advisory is subject to change without notice.

The details are as follows:

Date:   June 4, 2026

Time:  Event begins at 10:00 a.m. (AT) The plaque unveiling ceremony will start at 1:30 p.m.

If attending the plaque unveiling ceremony, media are asked to arrive no later than 1:15 p.m. for set-up.

Location:  Fort Anne National Historic Site, Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia.
323 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia, Canada

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Contacts

Information and RSVP:
Jodi Hawkins
Partnering, Engagement and Communications Officer
Parks Canada in Mainland Nova Scotia
jodi.hawkins@pc.gc.ca / 782-409-0146

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