Magnetawan First Nation facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Magnetawan 1
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| Magnetawan Indian Reserve No. 1 | |
Gas station on the reserve
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 Magnetawan 1
Location in Southern Ontario
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| Country |  Canada |
| Province |  Ontario |
| District | Parry Sound |
| First Nation | Magnetawan |
| Area | |
| • Land | 47.30 km2 (18.26 sq mi) |
| Population
(2011)
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| • Total | 93 |
| • Density | 2.0/km2 (5/sq mi) |
| Website | www.magnetawan firstnation.com |
The Magnetawan First Nation (which in Ojibwe is called Magnetawan Atik Anishnaabe) is a special community of Indigenous people in Ontario, Canada. They are part of the Ojibwe group. This community lives on their own land, known as a reserve, near a place called Britt, Ontario.
About the Magnetawan First Nation
The Magnetawan First Nation is an Ojibwe community. They are one of many First Nations in Canada. These communities are the original inhabitants of the land. They have their own unique cultures and traditions.
Where is Magnetawan No. 1?
The land where the Magnetawan First Nation lives is called Magnetawan No. 1. It is a special area set aside for them. This reserve is located about 6 kilometers (or about 4 miles) east of Georgian Bay. It is also south of the city of Sudbury in Ontario. The reserve covers an area of about 47 square kilometers. That's about the size of 4,700 soccer fields!
People and Language
The Magnetawan First Nation is home to many people. As of 2008/2009, there were 233 people officially registered as members of the band. About 92 of these members live right on the Magnetawan No. 1 reserve.
The traditional language of the Magnetawan First Nation is Ojibwe. This language is very important to their culture and history. However, most people in the community speak English in their daily lives.
