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Elak Dase 192A
Elak Dase Indian Reserve No. 192A
A map of the province of Saskatchewan showing 297 rural municipalities and hundreds of small Indian reserves. One is highlighted with a red circle.
Location in Saskatchewan
First Nation English River
Country Canada
Province Saskatchewan
Area
 • Total 1,390.5 ha (3,436.0 acre)

Elak Dase 192A is a special area of land located in Saskatchewan, Canada. It is known as an Indian reserve. This land belongs to the English River First Nation, who are one of the many First Nations groups in Canada. You can find Elak Dase 192A about 27 miles southeast of a place called Pine River.

Discovering Elak Dase 192A

Elak Dase 192A is an important part of the history and culture of the English River First Nation. It is a place where members of the First Nation can live and maintain their traditions. Understanding what an Indian reserve is helps us learn about Canada's past and present.

What is an Indian Reserve?

An Indian reserve is a specific piece of land in Canada. It is set aside for the use and benefit of First Nations people. These lands are protected by Canadian law. They are meant to help First Nations communities preserve their heritage.

First Nations are the original peoples of Canada. They have lived on these lands for thousands of years. Reserves allow these communities to have a place of their own. Here, they can practice their culture and govern themselves.

Location and Size

Elak Dase 192A is situated in the province of Saskatchewan. Saskatchewan is a large province in the central part of Canada. The reserve is located in a rural area. It is not near a big city.

The total area of Elak Dase 192A is 1390.5 hectares. To give you an idea, one hectare is about the size of a large sports field. So, this reserve is quite a large piece of land. It provides space for homes, community buildings, and natural areas.

The English River First Nation

Elak Dase 192A is one of the lands belonging to the English River First Nation. This First Nation is a group of Dene people. The Dene are one of the major Indigenous language families in North America.

The English River First Nation has its own government. They make decisions for their community. They work to support their members. This includes providing services and protecting their culture. They have a rich history and strong traditions.

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