East Prairie Metis Settlement facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
East Prairie
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Metis Settlement
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Boundaries of East Prairie
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Location within Big Lakes County
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 East Prairie
Location in Alberta
East Prairie
Location in Canada
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Region | Northern Alberta |
| Planning region | Upper Athabasca |
| Municipal district | Big Lakes |
| Founded | 1939 |
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| • Land | 802.46 km2 (309.83 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 625 |
| • Density | 0.8/km2 (2/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
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| Area code(s) | 780, 587, 825 |
The East Prairie Metis Settlement is a special community in northern Alberta, Canada. It is a place where Métis people live and have their own government. This settlement is part of Big Lakes County.
East Prairie is about 20 kilometers (12 miles) south of Highway 2. It is also about 168 kilometers (104 miles) east of Grande Prairie. The settlement was started in 1939.
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About East Prairie Metis Settlement
East Prairie Metis Settlement is one of eight Métis settlements in Alberta. These settlements are unique because they are the only places in Canada where Métis people have their own land base. This means they have special rights to manage their land and resources.
Who are the Métis?
The Métis are a group of Indigenous people in Canada. They have a unique culture and history. Their heritage comes from both Indigenous and European ancestors. They have played a big role in Canada's history.
How East Prairie is Governed
The East Prairie Metis Settlement has its own government. This government helps manage the community. It makes decisions for the people who live there.
Community Leaders
The settlement is led by a Chairperson and a council.
- The Chairperson is Gerald Cunningham.
- The Vice Chairperson is Doug Bellerose.
- Council Members include Delores Desjarlais, Keith Patenaude, and Reva Jaycox.
These leaders work together to serve the community. They help make sure the settlement runs smoothly.
Population and Community Life
Understanding the population helps us know more about the community. The number of people living in East Prairie changes over time.
Recent Population Counts
According to the 2021 Census, 310 people lived in East Prairie. They lived in 120 homes. This was a small increase from 304 people in 2016.
The settlement also conducts its own counts. In 2018, the municipal census counted 491 people. This was an increase from 459 people in 2015. These numbers show how the community grows and changes.
