The Wasoqopa'q First Nation, also known as Acadia First Nation, is composed of five Mi'kmaq 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.COVID-19 Economic Response Plan
Composition Wasoqopa'q First Nation is composed of five parts as shown:
Community Area Location Population Date established Gold River 21 60.8 km. west of Halifax 77 May 8, 1820 Medway River 11 108.8 km. southwest of Halifax 0 May 8, 1865 Ponhook Lake 10 115.2 km. southwest of Halifax 15 June 8, 1843 Wildcat 12 111 km. southwest of Halifax 33 June 8, 1820 Yarmouth 33 3.2 km. east of Yarmouth 157 June 8, 1887
See also List of Indian Reserves in Nova Scotia List of Indian Reserves in Canada
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External links Wasoqopa'q First Nation