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Annapolis Valley First Nation 
Summary
Annapolis Valley First Nation is composed of two Mi'kmaq First Nation reserves located in southwestern Nova Scotia. As of 2023, the Mi'kmaq population is 121 on-Reserve, and approximately 200 off-Reserve for a total population of 321.[1] The community has a gas bar, tobacco shop, gaming centre, health centre, and a chapel.[2] It is the smallest First Nation community in Nova Scotia in terms of population.
In 1984 Glooscap First Nation separated from Annapolis Valley First Nation and became its own community.[3]
Composition edit
Annapolis Valley First Nation is composed of two parts as shown:
| Community | Area | Location | Population | Date established |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annapolis Valley First Nation | 59 hectares (150 acres) | 88 km. northwest of Halifax | 140 | March 3, 1880 |
| St. Croix 34 | 126.20 hectares (311.8 acres) | 46.4 km. northwest of Halifax | 0 | March 3, 1851 |
References edit
- ^ "First Nation Profiles". Crown–Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada. Government of Canada. August 6, 2023.
- ^ "Annapolis Valley First Nation Enterprises".
- ^ "Glooscap | Mi'kmaq Rights Initiative". mikmaqrights.com. Archived from the original on 2016-05-01.
External links edit
- Annapolis Valley First Nation website(archived)
- Annapolis Valley First Nation website (current as of 2016-11-03)