Alex Christmas In his early days of playing both
Fastball and Hockey, Alex and his
competitive spirit was always the
Leader of any team he played for. Inducted 2025 Arnold Sylliboy Arnold 'Big Chief' Sylliboy, a member
of Eskasoni First Nation, spent a
lifetime contributing, building, and
coaching Mikmaw youth in various
sports. Inducted 2025 John Frank Toney A proud member of Eskasoni First
Nation, John Frank has played
both the sport of Fastball, as he
was a member of the Eskasoni
Mets who won 5 straight provincial
Championships and a fine showing
at the National Championships. Inducted 2025 Ryan Francis A proud member of Wasoqapaq First
Nation has spent his whole life
involved in the sport of Hockey. A
very talented player in his younger
days in the Cole Harbour Minor
Hockey Association, and he finished
up his competitive playing career
in the NCAA Div.3 with Liberty
University in Virginia, USA. Inducted 2025

Mi’kmaq Sports Hall of Fame

Nominations for 2026 will begin May 1 and end on October 17th – CLICK HERE

The Mi’kmaq Sport and Recreation Council hosted the inaugural Aboriginal Sport Hall of Fame in 2016 to ensure recognition of outstanding sport accomplishments and achievements by Nova Scotian Mi’kmaw.

Our goal is to enhance the awareness and importance of the historical and cultural component of sport within the Aboriginal community of Nova Scotia and recognize and celebrate outstanding sport achievements and contributions of Nova Scotia Aboriginals.

Mi’kmaq Sports Hall of Fame