Old Fort 217 facts for kids
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Old Fort 217
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| Old Fort Indian Reserve No. 217 | |
Boundaries of Old Fort 217
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Location in Alberta
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| First Nation | Mikisew Cree |
| Treaty | 8 |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Specialized municipality | Wood Buffalo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,509 ha (3,729 acre) |
| Population
(2016)
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| • Total | 0 |
Old Fort 217 is a special area of land in Alberta, Canada. It is known as an Indian reserve. This land belongs to the Mikisew Cree First Nation. It is located within the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo.
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About Old Fort 217
Old Fort 217 is a piece of land set aside for a First Nation community. It is located about 188 kilometers (that's about 117 miles) north of a city called Fort McMurray. The land sits at an elevation of 214 meters (about 702 feet) above sea level.
What is an Indian Reserve?
An Indian reserve is land that the Canadian government has set aside for the use and benefit of First Nations people. These lands are protected by law. They are meant to help First Nations communities keep their traditions and govern themselves.
The Mikisew Cree First Nation
Old Fort 217 is part of the traditional territory of the Mikisew Cree First Nation. The Mikisew Cree are one of the many First Nations groups in Canada. They have a rich history and culture. Their traditional lands are in northeastern Alberta.
Treaty 8 and the Land
The Mikisew Cree First Nation is part of Treaty 8. This is an important agreement made between the Canadian government and several First Nations in 1899. Treaties like this helped define land use and rights for Indigenous peoples.
Population of Old Fort 217
The number of people living in Old Fort 217 has changed over time.
- In 2001, there were 5 people living on this reserve.
- By the 2016 Canadian Census, the population was recorded as 0. This means no one was living in private homes on the reserve at that time.
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Boundaries of Old Fort 217
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Location in Alberta
