How an exhibit of Mi’kmaw handwoven baskets connects to climate change – CBC

Mar 25, 2024

Baskets are made of wisqoq, or black ash, a tree that is threatened by climate change

A Mi’kmaw elder weaving handmade baskets is the latest climate artist-in-residence at the Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation in St. Peter’s Bay, P.E.I.

Francis Jadis has been making baskets since his childhood on Lennox Island.

Now his baskets — made of wisqoq, or black ash — are the focus of an exhibit called Wisqoq, The Basket Tree, on display until May 7.

Read More: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island/pei-wisqoq-baskets-climate-change-art-exhibit-1.7152732