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Mosquito 109
Mosquito Indian Reserve No. 109
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 Mosquito, Grizzly Bear's Head, Lean Man
Country Canada
Province Saskatchewan
Area
 • Total 9,297.9 ha (22,975.6 acre)
Population
 (2016)
 • Total 478
Community Well-Being Index 42

Mosquito 109 is a special community located in Saskatchewan, Canada. It is known as an Indian reserve, which is land set aside for a First Nations group. This particular reserve belongs to the Mosquito, Grizzly Bear's Head, Lean Man First Nations. It is about 27 kilometers south of the city of North Battleford.

About Mosquito 109

Mosquito 109 is an important home for many people. In 2016, a survey counted 478 people living there. These residents lived in 107 homes. The reserve has a total of 113 private homes.

Community Well-Being

The well-being of communities is often measured. In 2016, Mosquito 109 had a Community Well-Being Index of 42 out of 100. This score helps us understand how well a community is doing. It looks at things like education, jobs, and housing.

The average score for First Nations communities was 58.4. For non-Indigenous communities, the average was 77.5. This shows that there can be differences in well-being across different communities.

What is an Indian Reserve?

An Indian reserve is a piece of land in Canada. It is managed by a First Nations band. These lands are set aside for the use and benefit of First Nations people. They are protected by Canadian law.

First Nations in Canada

First Nations are the original people of Canada. They have lived on this land for thousands of years. There are many different First Nations groups across Canada. Each group has its own unique culture, language, and traditions.

The term "First Nations" is one of three main groups of Indigenous peoples in Canada. The other two groups are the Inuit and the Métis.

Location and Geography

Mosquito 109 is located in the province of Saskatchewan. Saskatchewan is a large province in the middle of Canada. It is known for its flat lands and farming.

The reserve is situated in Division No. 12, Saskatchewan. This is a census division used for counting people. The land area of Mosquito 109 is about 9,297.9 hectares. This is a little over 92 square kilometers.

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