Moore Islands facts for kids
The Moore Islands, also known as the Moore Group, are a small collection of islands found off the coast of British Columbia, Canada. They are located in a body of water called Hecate Strait, which is west of a larger island known as Aristazabal Island.
Who Lives on the Moore Islands?
One of the islands in the Moore Group is called Gander Island. On this island, there is a special area known as Gander Island Indian Reserve No. 14. This reserve is home to members of the Hartley Bay Indian Band.
What is an Indian Reserve?
An Indian Reserve is a piece of land set aside by the Canadian government for the use of First Nations communities. These lands are very important to Indigenous peoples, as they are often traditional territories where their ancestors have lived for thousands of years. The Hartley Bay Indian Band is a First Nation group from the North Coast of British Columbia. They have a deep connection to the land and waters around the Moore Islands.
The Gander Island Indian Reserve No. 14 covers about 300 acres (which is about 1.2 square kilometers). Its exact location can be found using special coordinates: 52°40′00″N 129°25′00″W / 52.66667°N 129.41667°W.
