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