Indian River | |
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Indian River Indian Reserve | |
Coordinates: 45°07′N79°34′W / 45.117°N 79.567°W Coordinates: 45°07′N79°34′W / 45.117°N 79.567°W | |
Country | Canada |
Province | Ontario |
District municipality | Muskoka |
First Nation | Chippewas of Rama, Wahta Mohawks |
Area | |
• Land | 0.01 km2 (0.004 sq mi) |
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