West Point First Nation

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West Point First Nation
Band No. 772
West Point First Nation logo.jpg
People Dene
Headquarters Hay River
Territory Northwest Territories
Population (2019) [1]
On reserve15
On other land22
Off reserve38
Total population75
Tribal Council [1]
Dehcho First Nations

The West Point First Nation is a Dene First Nations band government in the Northwest Territories, Canada. The band is headquartered in the town of Hay River, where its main community is located. [1]

The West Point First Nation is a member of the Dehcho First Nations. [2]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 "First Nation Detail". Crown–Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada . Government of Canada. Retrieved August 20, 2019.
  2. "West Point First Nation". Dehcho First Nations.