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Sunchild 202
Sunchild Cree Indian Reserve No. 202
Boundaries of Sunchild Cree 202
Boundaries of Sunchild Cree 202
A map of the province of Alberta showing 80 counties and 145 small Indian reserves. One is highlighted with a red circle.
Location in Alberta
First Nation Sunchild
Treaty 6
Country Canada
Province Alberta
Municipal district Clearwater
Area
 • Total 5,218.1 ha (12,894.2 acre)
Population
 (2016)
 • Total 749

Sunchild 202 is a special area of land in Alberta, Canada. It is known as an Indian reserve, which is land set aside for First Nations people. This area is home to members of the Sunchild First Nation.

About Sunchild 202

Sunchild 202 is a community where the Sunchild First Nation lives. It is one of many such reserves in Alberta. These lands are important for the culture and history of Indigenous peoples.

Where is Sunchild 202 Located?

This reserve is found in the province of Alberta. It is about 44 kilometers (27 miles) northwest of a town called Rocky Mountain House. The land itself is quite high up, sitting at an elevation of about 974 meters (3,196 feet) above sea level.

Who Lives in Sunchild 202?

In 2016, the population of Sunchild 202 was 749 people. This community has many young people. In 2006, the average age of the people living there was around 19 or 20 years old.

What is an Indian Reserve?

An Indian reserve is a piece of land that the Canadian government has set aside for the use and benefit of First Nations people. These lands are protected under Canadian law. They are meant to help First Nations maintain their traditions and self-governance. The Sunchild First Nation is part of Treaty 6, which is an agreement between the Crown and various First Nations.

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