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Potlotek First Nation

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Chapel Island, from which the First Nation takes its name.

Potlotek First Nation, also known as Chapel Island,[1] is a Mi'kmaw community in northeastern Nova Scotia. The community is situated in Richmond County, Nova Scotia, Canada. As of August 2023, the First Nation has approximately 837 band members living on and off reserve.[2]

Composition

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Chapel Island First Nation is composed of two parts as shown:

Community Area Location Population Date established
Chapel Island 5 592.5 hectares (1,464 acres) 69 km. southwest of Sydney 837 July 1, 1792
Malagawatch 4 (1/5 share) 661.3 hectares (1,634 acres) 62 km. southwest of Sydney 0 August 2, 1833

References

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  1. ^ Indian and Northern Affairs Canada "First Nation Detail"
  2. ^ Registered population
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