List of Indian reserves in Quebec facts for kids
Native reserves in Quebec are special areas of land set aside for First Nations people in the province of Quebec, Canada. These lands are officially known as Indian reserves and are managed by the Canadian government's Department of Indigenous Services. They are home to many different First Nations communities, each with its own unique culture, language, and history.
These reserves are important because they help preserve the traditions and way of life of Indigenous peoples. They are places where communities can govern themselves and keep their heritage alive.
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First Nations Communities in Quebec
Quebec is home to many diverse First Nations. Each community has its own reserve, which is a place for its members to live and thrive. These communities often belong to larger ethnic groups like the Mohawk, Innu, Atikamekw, Algonquin, Miꞌkmaq, Maliseet, Abenaki, and Wyandot.
Mohawk Communities
The Mohawk people have several reserves in Quebec.
- Akwesasne 15 is a unique reserve that crosses borders into Ontario and the United States. It is home to the Mohawks of Akwesasne.
- Doncaster 17 and Kahnawake No.14 are important reserves for the Mohawks of Kahnawá:ke and Mohawks of Kanesatake.
Innu Communities
The Innu people live in several communities across Quebec.
- Betsiamites is a large reserve for the Pessamit Innu Band.
- Innue Essipit is home to the Innue Essipit community.
- Lac John and Matimekosh 3 are reserves for the Innu Nation of Matimekush-Lac John.
- Maliotenam 27A and Uashat 27 are part of the Innu Takuaikan Uashat Mak Mani-Utenam community.
- Mashteuiatsh is the reserve for the Pekuakamiulnuatsh First Nation.
- Mingan is home to the Innus of Ekuanitshit.
- Nutashkuan is the reserve for the Première Nation des Innus de Nutashkuan.
- Romaine 2 is for the Montagnais de Unamen Shipu.
Atikamekw Communities
The Atikamekw Nation has several reserves.
- Communauté Atikamekw De Manawan is home to the Atikamekw of Manawan.
- Communauté De Wemotaci and Coucoucache 24A are for the Wemotaci Atikamekw Council.
- Obedjiwan 28 is the reserve for the Atikamekw of Opitciwan.
Algonquin Communities
The Algonquin people also have several reserves in Quebec.
- Kebaowek is home to the Kebaowek First Nation.
- Kitigan Zibi is a large reserve for the Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg.
- Lac Simon is the reserve for the Nation Anishnabe du Lac Simon.
- Pikogan is home to the Abitibiwinni First Nation.
- Rapid Lake is for the Algonquins of Barriere Lake.
- Timiskaming is the reserve for the Timiskaming First Nation.
Miꞌkmaq Communities
The Miꞌkmaq people have important reserves in Quebec.
- Gesgapegiag is home to the Micmacs of Gesgapegiag.
- Listuguj is the reserve for the Listuguj Miꞌgmaq First Nation.
Maliseet Communities
The Maliseet people have reserves in Quebec.
- Cacouna 22 and Kataskomiq are for the Première Nation Wolastoqiyik (Malécite) Wahsipekuk.
Abenaki Communities
The Abenaki Nation has two reserves in Quebec.
- Odanak 12 is home to the Odanak First Nation.
- Wôlinak 11 is the reserve for the Wôlinak First Nation.
Wyandot Community
The Wyandot people have a reserve in Quebec.
- Village Des Hurons Wendake 7 and Village Des Hurons Wendake 7A are for the Huron-Wendat Nation.
Reserve Information Table
Here is a table showing some of the Native reserves in Quebec, their First Nations, and their populations. Please note that population numbers can change over time.
See also
- Indigenous peoples in Quebec
- List of Indian settlements in Quebec
- List of northern villages and Inuit reserved lands in Quebec
- List of Cree and Naskapi territories in Quebec
- Administrative divisions of Quebec
