Big Horn 144A facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Big Horn 144A
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| Big Horn Indian Reserve No. 144A | |
Location in Alberta
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| First Nations | Stoney Nakoda |
| Treaty | 6 |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Municipal district | Clearwater |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2,127.4 ha (5,256.9 acre) |
| Population
(2016)
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| • Total | 237 |
Big Horn 144A is a special area of land called an Indian reserve in Alberta, Canada. It belongs to the Stoney Nakoda First Nation. This First Nation is made up of three main groups: the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Wesley First Nations. Big Horn 144A is located within a larger area known as Clearwater County.
What is Big Horn 144A?
Big Horn 144A is a designated Indian reserve. This means it's a piece of land set aside by the Canadian government for the use and benefit of a specific First Nations group. It's like a special home territory for the Stoney Nakoda people.
Who Lives There?
In 2016, a count was done across Canada. This count, called the 2016 Canadian Census, showed that 237 people lived in Big Horn 144A. They lived in 44 homes out of a total of 59 homes available in the area.
Where is Big Horn 144A Located?
Big Horn 144A was created in 1948. It is located about 100 miles (or 160 kilometers) north of the main Stoney reserve. The main reserve is near a place called Morley. This means Big Horn 144A is a bit separate from the larger Stoney community.
