Chiasson stated that he was currently seeking a market for Mi'kmaq goods, and that samples had been sent from Pictou Landing. He was currently awaiting a reply.

1939-04-03
1939-04-03

E. Chiasson (Indian Agent) (correspondent)
Department of Indian Affairs

Quarterly Report

RG10, Reel C-9547, Vol. 7918, File 41058-2. http://heritage.canadiana.ca/view/oocihm.lac_reel_c9574/2017?r=0&s=1

'The Relief schedule for this period was pretty much the same as for the preceeding quarter, as there was no available work for the indians except for the making of baskets, axe handles, for which little market exists at the present, at least in this section of the country. In my last report I mentioned the small price the Indians were getting for their wares and upon suggestion from the department, I wrote to Miss Kathleen Moodie of Welfare and Training Service Department asking her to find a better market. I am still anxiously waiting a reply, since the market here has not improved any."

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