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Encyclopedia > Flying Dust First Nation Reserve 105, Saskatchewan

Flying Dust First Nation is an Indian reserve located adjacent to the town of Meadow Lake, in Saskatchewan, Canada. With close to 1000 members (approximately 400 living on-reserve) the community has developed a reputation as a progressive and strong community. Facilities on-reserve include the Kopahawakenum School (K-4), a health clinic, an elders building, an administration building, a community hall, a community church, a health office, a radio station, a youth centre, infrastructure/maintenance compound, daycare, gas station and convenience store. The community hosted the 2003 Saskatchewan First Nations Summer Games, as well as their first annual Powwow in 2005. Flying Dust has a long-standing partnership with the town of Meadow Lake and they have worked jointly on several major projects in the region over the last few decades. In Canada, an Indian reserve is specified by the Indian Act as a tract of land, the legal title to which is vested in Her Majesty, that has been set apart by Her Majesty for the use and benefit of a band. ... Meadow Lake is a town of approximately 6,000 people, located in Saskatchewan, Canada. ... Motto: Multis E Gentibus Vires (Latin: From many peoples strength) Capital Regina Largest city Saskatoon Official languages English Government - Lieutenant-Governor Gordon Barnhart - Premier Lorne Calvert (NDP) Federal representation in Canadian Parliament - House seats 14 - Senate seats 6 Confederation September 1, 1905 (Split from NWT) (9th (province)) Area Ranked 7th...



 
 

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