Animakee Wa Zhing 37 First Nation facts for kids
The Animakee Wa Zhing 37 First Nation is a community of Anishinaabe people in northwestern Ontario, Canada. They were once known as the Northwest Angle 37 First Nation. In the Ojibwe language, their name, Animikii-wajiing, means Sacred place of the Thunderbirds. This First Nation is part of a larger group called the Anishinabeg of Kabapikotawangag Resource Council. This council is also part of the Grand Council of Treaty 3.
As of 2015, the First Nation had 405 registered members. About 179 of these members lived on the Animakee Wa Zhing 37 reserve lands.
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Understanding First Nation Lands
First Nations in Canada have special lands called "reserve lands." These lands are set aside for the use and benefit of the First Nation community. The Animakee Wa Zhing 37 First Nation has several reserve lands. Some of these lands are shared with other First Nations. The size of these lands is measured in hectares (ha). One hectare is about the size of a large sports field.
Animakee Wa Zhing 37 Reserve Lands
| Name of Land | Size (hectares) |
|---|---|
| Agency 30 (shared with other First Nations) | 379 hectares (940 acres) |
| Big Island 37 | 787.50 hectares (1,946.0 acres) |
| Lake of the Woods 34 | 259.40 hectares (641.0 acres) |
| Lake of the Woods 37 | 1,137 hectares (2,810 acres) |
| Lake of the Woods 37B | 106 hectares (260 acres) |
| Northwest Angle 34C | 303.50 hectares (750.0 acres) |
| Northwest Angle 34C & 37B | 792.80 hectares (1,959.1 acres) |
| Northwest Angle 37C | 279.20 hectares (689.9 acres) |
| Shoal Lake 34B1 | 259 hectares (640 acres) |
| Shoal Lake 37A | 777 hectares (1,920 acres) |
| Whitefish Bay 34A (this is the most populated area) | 609 hectares (1,500 acres) |
Community Leadership
Like many communities, First Nations have leaders who help guide their people. These leaders are chosen by the community members. The main leader is called the Chief. Other leaders are called Councillors. They work together to make decisions for the First Nation.
Current Leaders of Animakee Wa Zhing 37
In December 2021, the community held an election to choose their leaders. Linda McVicar was elected as the Chief. The Councillors elected were Don Kavanaugh, Angel Andrushuk, Lorraine Major, and Theresa Noonan. They continue to serve the community.
