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Keeseekoose 66-KE-04
Keeseekoose Indian Reserve No. 66-KE-04
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 Keeseekoose
Country Canada
Province Saskatchewan
Area
 • Total 127.3 ha (314.6 acre)
Population
 (2016)
 • Total 0

Keeseekoose 66-KE-04 is a special area of land in Saskatchewan, Canada. It is known as an Indian reserve, which is land set aside for a First Nation group. This particular reserve belongs to the Keeseekoose First Nation. It is located about 15 kilometers (or about 9 miles) east of a town called Canora. According to the 2016 Canadian Census, no one was living on this specific reserve at that time.

Understanding Keeseekoose 66-KE-04

What Is an Indian Reserve?

An Indian reserve is land in Canada that the government has set aside for the use and benefit of First Nations people. These lands are managed by the First Nation community itself, often through their elected leaders. Reserves are important because they help preserve the culture, traditions, and way of life for Indigenous peoples.

Who Are the Keeseekoose First Nation?

The Keeseekoose First Nation is an Indigenous community in Saskatchewan. They are part of the Anishinaabe (also known as Ojibwe) and Cree peoples. Like many First Nations, they have a rich history and strong cultural traditions. This specific reserve, Keeseekoose 66-KE-04, is one of several lands connected to their community.

Where Is Keeseekoose 66-KE-04 Located?

This reserve is found in the province of Saskatchewan, which is in the central part of Canada. It is situated in a rural area, about 15 kilometers east of the town of Canora. The land area of Keeseekoose 66-KE-04 is about 127.3 hectares, which is roughly the size of 315 football fields.

Why Was It Uninhabited in 2016?

In 2016, the Canadian Census recorded that no people were living on Keeseekoose 66-KE-04. This can happen for various reasons. Sometimes, reserves are used for specific purposes like hunting, fishing, or cultural activities rather than for homes. Other times, a First Nation may have several reserves, and people live on different ones. It is important to remember that even if a reserve is uninhabited, it still holds cultural and historical importance for the First Nation it belongs to.

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