Chicken 224 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Chicken 224
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| Chicken Indian Reserve No. 224 | |
Location in Saskatchewan
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| First Nation | Black Lake |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Saskatchewan |
| Area | |
| • Total | 25,819.4 ha (63,801.1 acre) |
| Population
(2016)
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| • Total | 1,379 |
| Community Well-Being Index | 42 |
Chicken 224 is a special area of land in Saskatchewan, Canada. It is known as an Indian reserve. This land belongs to the Black Lake Denesuline First Nation. It is located about 170 kilometres southeast of a place called Uranium City.
About Chicken 224
Chicken 224 is one of several reserves belonging to the Black Lake Denesuline First Nation. These reserves are lands set aside for the use and benefit of First Nations people. They are an important part of Canada's history and culture.
Population and Community Life
In 2016, a count showed that 1379 people lived in Chicken 224. They lived in 263 homes. This community is a vibrant place where people live and share their traditions.
Community Well-Being
The community's well-being was measured with a special index. This index helps understand how well a community is doing. Chicken 224 scored 42 out of 100. This was lower than the average for other First Nations communities. It was also lower than the average for non-Indigenous communities. This score helps leaders know where to focus efforts to improve life for everyone.
Origin of the Name
The name "Chicken" for this reserve comes from an important leader. He was called Chief Chicken. He was an early leader of the Black Lake band. The three Chicken reserves are named in his honor.
