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Makwa Lake 129C
Makwa Lake Indian Reserve No. 129C
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 Makwa Sahgaiehcan
Country Canada
Province Saskatchewan
Area
 • Total 191 ha (472 acre)
Population
 (2016)
 • Total 10

Makwa Lake 129C is a special area of land in Saskatchewan, Canada. It is known as an Indian reserve. This land belongs to the Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation.

It is located about 95 miles (153 kilometers) northwest of a city called North Battleford. In 2016, a count of people showed that 10 people lived in Makwa Lake 129C. They lived in 4 homes out of 5 total homes available.

What is an Indian Reserve?

An Indian reserve is a piece of land in Canada that is set aside for the use and benefit of a First Nations group. These lands are protected by the Canadian government. They are for the exclusive use of First Nations people.

Who are the Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation?

The Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation is one of many Indigenous groups in Canada. They are part of the Cree nation. Their traditional lands are in the area of Makwa Lake. They have their own government and culture.

Where is Makwa Lake 129C Located?

Makwa Lake 129C is in the province of Saskatchewan. Saskatchewan is in the central part of Canada. The reserve is near Makwa Lake, which is a beautiful natural area.

Life in Makwa Lake 129C

Life on a reserve like Makwa Lake 129C often involves a mix of traditional ways and modern life. The community works to keep its culture and language strong. They also manage their own local services.

Community and Population

In 2016, only a small number of people lived in Makwa Lake 129C. This means it is a very quiet and close-knit community. The people living there are part of the Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation.

Homes and Dwellings

The census in 2016 counted 5 private homes in Makwa Lake 129C. Out of these, 4 homes were lived in by people. This gives us an idea of the size of the community.

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