Salt River First Nation facts for kids
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| People | Cree Dënesųłı̨né |
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| Treaty | Treaty 8 |
| Headquarters | Fort Smith |
| Territory | Northwest Territories |
| Population (2019) | |
| On reserve | 6 |
| On other land | 264 |
| Off reserve | 732 |
| Total population | 1002 |
| Government | |
| Chief | David Poitras |
| Website | |
| saltriveronline.com | |
The Salt River First Nation is a group of First Nations people from the Dene family. They live in the Northwest Territories in Canada. Their main community office is in the town of Fort Smith.
About the Salt River First Nation
The Salt River First Nation is one of many Indigenous groups in Canada. They are a self-governing community, meaning they have their own leaders and make decisions for their people. The Salt River First Nation is part of the larger Dene group. The Dene are a group of Indigenous people who have lived in the northern parts of Canada for thousands of years.
Where They Live
The Salt River First Nation is based in Fort Smith, a town in the Northwest Territories. This area is known for its beautiful natural environment. The First Nation's traditional lands are important to their culture and way of life.
What They Do
The Salt River First Nation works to support its community members. They focus on improving life for their people. This includes managing their lands and resources. They also work on projects that help their community grow.
In April 2019, the First Nation opened a new building in Fort Smith. This building is a business and conference center. It cost about $16.7 million to build. The design of the building is special. It looks like the shape of the First Nation's land when you see it from above. This center helps the community with business and meetings.
