Matachewan First Nation
First Nation
Also Known as :
NA
Closest City/Town :
Matachewan
Province :
Ontario
Name of Current Chief :
Chief Alex Batisse
Band Number :
219
Tribal Council :
Wabun Tribal Council
Cultural affiliation :
Description:
Matachewan First Nation is a northern community whose lands and resources supported the traditional and subsistence livelihoods of many of its families. Matachewan’s traditional and treaty covers the historic mining camps of Kirkland Lake and Timmins. Over the last 100 years, Matachewan had been at the margins of resource extraction taken place within its territory. Recent engagement with mining industry has brought an increase in post-secondary education achievements, as well as the creation of diverse businesses.
