Mattagami First Nation facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Mattagami 71
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| Mattagami Indian Reserve No. 71 | |
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 Mattagami 71
Location in Ontario
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| Country |  Canada |
| Province |  Ontario |
| District | Sudbury |
| First Nation | Mattagami |
| Area | |
| • Land | 45.93 km2 (17.73 sq mi) |
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| • Total | 193 |
| • Density | 4.2/km2 (11/sq mi) |
| Website | mattagami.com |
The Mattagami First Nation is a group of Anishnaabe Indigenous people in Ontario, Canada. They are mainly Ojibwe, Oji-Cree, and some Odawa people. The community lives along the Mattagami River. Most members live on the Mattagami 71 reserve. This reserve is in the Sudbury District near Gogama. About 200 people live on the reserve.
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Discovering Mattagami First Nation
A First Nation is a term for many Indigenous groups in Canada. These groups have their own unique cultures, languages, and histories. The Mattagami First Nation is one of these important groups. They have a special connection to their traditional lands.
Where is Mattagami First Nation Located?
The Mattagami First Nation is found in the Canadian province of Ontario. Their main home, the Mattagami 71 reserve, is in the Sudbury District. It is close to a town called Gogama. The community is also located right along the Mattagami River. This river is a very important part of their history and daily life.
How Mattagami First Nation is Governed
The Mattagami First Nation has its own band government. This government helps manage the community's affairs. It makes decisions for the people living on the reserve. The current leader of the Mattagami First Nation is Chief Jennifer Constant. A chief is like a mayor or leader for the community.
The Mattagami First Nation is also part of larger groups. They belong to the Wabun Tribal Council. This council helps different First Nations work together. The Wabun Tribal Council is also part of the Nishnawbe-Aski Nation (NAN). NAN represents many First Nations in northern Ontario. These groups work together on important issues. They also represent the Treaty 9 area. Treaties are agreements between First Nations and the government.
Learning and Education in Mattagami
Education is very important in the Mattagami First Nation. The reserve has its own elementary school. Younger students can learn close to home. For high school, students have a few choices. Some can attend Keewaytinook Internet High school. This school uses online learning. Other students can take a bus to Timmins. There, they can attend high school in a larger town.
