The conversations we remember rarely happen because they were scheduled.
They begin while preparing a meal together, paddling across the water, walking a trail, tending a fire, or lingering after everyone else has gone home. They remind us that understanding grows through relationship as much as information.
Supeq Acomu (Ocean Shares Her Stories) was created to make space for those moments.
Gifted its name by Elder Imelda Perley, Supeq Acomu reflects the understanding that stories do not belong to any one person. They are carried through relationships between people and place, across generations, and among all who call this region home.
On July 16 and 17, Lt. Col. Tucker Park Beach and Brothers Island in Menahqesk (Saint John) will become a place for listening, learning, and sharing. Elders, artists, community organizations, newcomers, educators, environmental stewards, veterans, families, and neighbours will gather through ceremony, stewardship, conversation, paddling, creativity, music, and shared meals.
Together we will explore the many histories connected to this shoreline while asking two questions:
What continues?
What is worth carrying forward?
There is no audience. Whether you join us for one conversation, a few hours, or the full gathering, your presence is part of what makes the experience possible.
Location: Lt. Col. Tucker Park Beach and Brothers Island, Menahqesk (Saint John), NB
Dates & Times
Thursday, July 16: Opening gathering begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by an optional sunset paddle to Brothers Island.
Friday, July 17: Sunrise ceremony through the 1:30 p.m. closing.
Activities include:
- Indigenous Pipe and Sunrise ceremonies and teachings
- Sacred fire
- Beach and trail stewardship
- Guided conversations
- Kayaking and paddling
- Nature walk
- Community art and makerspace activities
- Music
- Shared meals including Hold Fast BreakFast Legion Centenary; and Equity Project Cafe Beach Brunch
Free of charge and open to the public.
Rain or shine.