Wasoqopa'q First Nation


The Wasoqopa'q First Nation, also known as Acadia First Nation, is composed of five Mi'kmaq First [Nations in Canada|First Nation] reserves located in southwestern Nova Scotia. As of 2015, the Mi'kmaq population is 223 on-reserve, and 1,288 off-reserve. Acadia First Nation was founded in 1967 and covers the south shore area of Nova Scotia and Yarmouth County. The community runs multiple businesses including five gaming centres, three gas stations and two Rose Purdy centers.

Composition

Wasoqopa'q First Nation is composed of five parts as shown:
CommunityAreaLocationPopulationDate established
Gold River 2160.8 km. west of Halifax77May 8, 1820
Medway River 11108.8 km. southwest of Halifax0May 8, 1865
Ponhook Lake 10115.2 km. southwest of Halifax15June 8, 1843
Wildcat 12111 km. southwest of Halifax33June 8, 1820
Yarmouth 333.2 km. east of Yarmouth157June 8, 1887