| Joseph Michael Augustine | |
| Tribe: | Leader and historian of the Metepenagiag Mi'kmaq Nation |
| Birth Date: | 16 March 1911 |
| Birth Place: | Big Cove |
| Relations: | Grandfather of Noah Augustine |
Joseph Michael Augustine (March 16, 1911 – January 14, 1995[1]) was a native leader and historian of the Metepenagiag Mi'kmaq Nation. He discovered the Augustine Mound, which bears his name.
Born at Big Cove, Joseph Augustine moved as a youth to the Red Bank Reserve (now known as Metepenagiag), and learned the Mi'kmaq language and many traditions from his father. He was a logger, trapper, basket maker, and ultimately a leader in the Metepenagiag community. He was elected as Chief (1952–54 and 1956–58) and Band Councillor (1960–64 and 1966–72).[2]
He later gained prominence for his discovery of the Augustine Mound and Oxbow National Historic Sites, a trove of artifacts dating back more than 3000 years. For his discovery he was awarded the 1988 Minister's Award for Heritage.[2] [3]
Joseph Augustine was the grandfather of Noah Augustine.