Paq'tnkek First Nation
Paq'tnkek First Nation is composed of two Mi'kmaq Indian Reserves located in northeastern Nova Scotia. As of 2012, the Mi'kmaq population is 376 on-Reserve, and approximately 138 off-Reserve.[1]
Composition
Paq'tnkek First Nation is composed of three parts as shown:
| Community | Area | Location | Population | Date established |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Manor 22 (48% share) | 212.5 hectares (525 acres) | 32 km. southeast of Amherst | 0 | March 3, 1865 |
| Paqtnkek-Niktuek 23 | 218.1 hectares (539 acres) | 24 km. east of Antigonish | 373 | March 3, 1820 |
| Welnek 38 | 43.4 hectares (107 acres) | 18 km. east of Antigonish | 0 | August 28, 1990 |
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Coordinates: 45°36′06″N 61°44′18″W / 45.6016°N 61.7383°W
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