Moosomin 112B facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Moosomin 112B
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| Moosomin Indian Reserve No. 112B | |
Location in Saskatchewan
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| First Nation | Moosomin |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Saskatchewan |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6,933.8 ha (17,133.8 acre) |
| Population
(2016)
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| • Total | 724 |
| Community Well-Being Index | 48 |
Moosomin 112B is a special community located in Saskatchewan, Canada. It is an Indian reserve that belongs to the Moosomin First Nation. This community is found about 32 kilometres north of the city of North Battleford.
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What is an Indian Reserve?
An Indian reserve is a piece of land in Canada. It is set aside by the government for the use of a specific First Nation group. These lands are important for preserving the culture and traditions of Indigenous peoples.
The Moosomin First Nation
The Moosomin First Nation is one of many Indigenous groups in Canada. They are the people who live on and care for Moosomin 112B. First Nations are the original inhabitants of Canada. They have rich histories and unique ways of life.
Life in Moosomin 112B
In 2016, a count of the population was done. This count is called a census. It showed that 724 people lived in Moosomin 112B. They lived in 183 homes out of 195 total homes available.
Community Well-Being
The Community Well-Being Index is a way to measure how well a community is doing. It looks at things like health, education, and income. The index is scored out of 100.
In 2016, Moosomin 112B had a score of 48. This score was compared to other communities. The average for all First Nations communities was 58.4. For communities that are not Indigenous, the average was 77.5. This index helps people understand the different challenges and strengths of communities.
