The First Nation lands are composed of two large Islands, which are nestled within the flows of the historical French River. The main settlement or community is located on the Northern Island called “Okikendawt Island” (meaning Island of the Buckets or Island of the pails). The name is derived from several bucket formations in the rock due to centuries of water flows to these areas. The buckets were often utilized for tobacco offerings for safe passage through the territory.

The second Island is a large Southern Peninsula, which is generally utilized for traditional purposes such as hunting, fishing, camping and hiking. Many locals have private hunt and fishing camps throughout this First Nation territory. In total, the First Nation land base is in excess of 39,000 acres.

The total membership of the community is slightly under 1000 persons with a residential population of approximately 250. In the summer months, the population increases to approximately 500. The community has a growing population and a commitment to sustain and improve the quality of life for all its members, both on and off-reserve.

The community also provides a wide range of health, employment and administrative services to its members as well as a sustainable lifestyle based on the richness of the natural resources under its care.

Community Infrastructure:

The community is serviced by paved and gravel roads, a piped water supply system complete with water treatment plant, a Fire Hall and Public Works Building.

The community has three-phase hydroelectric supply, a distribution system and a telephone and communication system. Other facilities within the community include an Elementary School, a small Library, an Administration and Health Services Building, a Community Centre, a Police Station, a Ball field as well as a Church.