Esgenoôpetitj | Indian Island First Nation

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  • The Indian Island First Nation is a Mi'kmaq community situated on the northeastern coast of New Brunswick, with a rich maritime heritage and traditional lands.
  • Last Updated 2025-05-18 07:37:42 UTC
  • Name: Indian Island (ISC Code: 10)
  • Former Names: Burnt Church First Nation, Esgenoôpetitj First Nation
  • Band Style: First Nation
  • Cultural Area: Mi'kma'ki (Maritime Provinces)
  • Indigenous Language: Mi'kmaq
  • Number of Registered Members: 218
Governance

Band Council

  • GOVERNANCE TYPE: Not Applicable
  • TERM EXPIRES: 11/17/2028
  • CHIEF: KENNETH (KEN) BARLOW
  • NUMBER OF COUNCIL MEMBERS:6
  • KENNETH (KEN) BARLOW
  • KENNETH BARLOW
  • INGRID BROOKS
  • CATHERINE SANIPASS
  • CATHERINE RICHARD (SANIPASS)
  • JENNA FAGAN

Contact Information

  • BAND WEBSITE: http://indianisland.ca
  • PHONE NUMBER: (506) 523-4875
  • FAX NUMBER: (506) 523-8110
  • ADDRESS: 61 Indian Island Drive, Indian Island, NB
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  • Councillor INGRID BROOKS:
  • Councillor CATHERINE SANIPASS:
  • Councillor CATHERINE RICHARD (SANIPASS):
  • Councillor JENNA FAGAN:
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Reserves

  • ISC Code: 6015
    INDIAN ISLAND 28
    38.4 Hectares
    8 KM NE/NE OF/DE REXTON
    [nil, nil]
  • Encompasses coastal regions of northeastern New Brunswick
  • Traditional lands include fishing grounds along Miramichi Bay
  • Historically important marine and riverine territories
  • Boundaries extend along the Gulf of St. Lawrence coastline
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