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Fishing Lake 89A
Fishing Lake Indian Reserve No. 89A
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 Fishing Lake
Country Canada
Province Saskatchewan
Area
 • Total 254.2 ha (628.1 acre)
Population
 (2016)
 • Total 0

Fishing Lake 89A is a special area of land in Saskatchewan, Canada. It is known as an Indian reserve. This land belongs to the Fishing Lake First Nation.

What is Fishing Lake 89A?

Fishing Lake 89A is one of the lands set aside for the Fishing Lake First Nation. These lands are called Indian reserves. They are places where First Nations communities can live and keep their traditions.

Where is Fishing Lake 89A located?

This reserve is found in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. It is part of a larger area described by land survey terms. Specifically, it includes Section 13 and the southeast part of Section 14. These sections are in Township 33, Range 12, west of the Second Meridian. This system helps to precisely locate land across Canada.

How big is Fishing Lake 89A?

The total area of Fishing Lake 89A is about 254.2 hectares. To give you an idea, one hectare is roughly the size of a sports field. So, this reserve is about 254 sports fields big.

Who lives on Fishing Lake 89A?

According to the 2016 Canadian Census, no one was living on Fishing Lake 89A at that time. This means it is an uninhabited reserve. Sometimes, reserves are not lived on, but they still belong to the First Nation.

Understanding Indian Reserves

Indian reserves are lands managed by First Nations communities in Canada. These lands were set aside for Indigenous peoples. They are meant to be places where First Nations can govern themselves. They also help to preserve their culture and way of life.

Why are reserves important?

Reserves are very important for First Nations. They represent a connection to their history and heritage. They also provide a base for community life, cultural activities, and self-governance.

Who are the Fishing Lake First Nation?

The Fishing Lake First Nation is an Indigenous community in Saskatchewan. They are part of the larger Anishinaabe (Ojibwe) people. Like many First Nations, they have a rich history and culture. They work to maintain their traditions and manage their lands.

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