Our Dearest Condolences

Attention Community Members.

Chief and Council, alongside The Listuguj Mi’gmag Government, would like to extend our deepest condolences to the Wysote family on the passing of former Councillor Nellie Wysote, beloved wife of former Chief Jack Jegops’n Wysote.

Nellie was a respected elder, educator and community leader. Some of the contributions to the community include

· Education and Language: Collaborated as a lesson developer for the Learn Mi’gmaq Initiative, working with the Listuguj Education Directorate and McGill University to preserve and teach the Mi’gmaq language

· Land-Based Learning: She was instrumental in founding Nipugtugewei (Forest Kindergarten) at Alaqsite’w Gitpu School.

· Community Leadership: Under the administration of former Chief Brenda Gedeon, Nellie served as a Councillor from 1994 to 1996. Nellie was often involved with community events

We’d like to take the time to acknowledge and honour the late Nellie Wysote, who passed away on January 13, 2026. Nellie will be remembered for her strength, kindness and the love she shared with her family and the community. Her support alongside her late husband Chief Jack Jegops’n Wysote leadership was deeply valued, and her legacy will continue through the lives and memories she leaves behind.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Wysote Family during these difficult times.

With respect and sympathy,

Chief and Council