Potlotek First Nation
Potlotek First Nation, also known as Chapel Island First Nation,[1] is a Mi'kmaw community in northeastern Nova Scotia. The community is situated on the Chapel Island 5 reserve on Chapel Island on the Bras d'Or Lakes. As of 2020, the First Nation has approximately 750 band members living on and off reserve.[2]
Chapel Island, from which the First Nation takes its name.
Composition
Chapel Island First Nation is composed of two parts as shown:
| Community | Area | Location | Population | Date established |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Island 5 | 592.5 hectares (1,464 acres) | 69 km. southwest of Sydney | 750 | July 1, 1792 |
| Malagawatch 4 (1/5 share) | 661.3 hectares (1,634 acres) | 62 km. southwest of Sydney | 0 | August 2, 1833 |
References
- Indian and Northern Affairs Canada "First Nation Detail"Archived 2013-06-26 at the Wayback Machine
- Registered populationArchived 2014-11-05 at the Wayback Machine
External links
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