Doris A Googoo

Kwe’, my name is Doris Googoo, and I am a Senior Lecturer and Mi’kmaw Language Instructor at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI). I was born on the beautiful island of Unama’ki (Cape Breton Island), and I live in We’koqma’q and Charlottetown.

In We’koqma’q, I am surrounded by my family, cousins,and friends including my beautiful grandchildren, who bring great joy and inspiration into my life. In Charlottetown, I am surrounded by UPEI students and IKERAS colleagues—my second family—who share the same mission and commitment to learning, teaching, and language revitalization.

I have been teaching for over 30 years, sharing the Mi’kmaw language and Indigenous cultural teachings. I am honoured to work with UPEI students and to support the learning and revitalization of our Mi’kmaw language and cultural ways. This work aligns with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action for Indigenous Languages (Calls 13–17).

Bringing people together through language—whether in the classroom or in community workshops—is a powerful and meaningful experience. I believe teaching and learning are lifelong journeys, and when we work together, we can strengthen the Mi’kmaw language for future generations.

Wela’lioq.

Wela’lioq
Mi’kmaw Language instructor
Doris A Googoo

Donald Moses

Kwe’. Donald is the former University Librarian at the University of Prince Edward Island and served the Robertson Library in a variety of roles including Digital Initiatives Librarian, Digital Initiatives and Systems Librarian, Collections Librarian, and Project Librarian. He was previously the Systems/Public/and Web Services Librarian at Holland College. He has a BA in History from the University of PEI and a Master’s in Library and Information Science from Western University. Currently he serves on the Boards of the L.M. Montgomery Institute and the Islandora Foundation and previously served as a Board member of the Seniors College of Prince Edward Island. He’s currently preparing for retirement and has enjoyed learning about the Mi’kmaw Language from Doris and Robbie through his work on this project.

Robbie Squires

Robbie Squires joined the team as our Student Assistant.  Robbie had previously taken Doris’ introductory Mi’kmaw Language course and is in the first cohort of students enrolled in IKERAS’ new Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous Studies program. During Mawio’mi Robbie shares his knowledge about the traditional Mi’kmaw game Waltes and also takes part in the Indigenous ceremonies on campus. Robbie has been an invaluable contributor to the project.