Merigomish Harbour 31

in Indian Reserve, Other Pictou County Maps

Merigomish Harbour Indian Reserve No. 31 (often referred to as Merigomish Harbour 31) located within the sheltered waters of Merigomish Harbour, is a small Indian Reserve, officially recognized under the Indian Act of Canada. Under jurisdiction of the federal government, it is managed in accordance with the Canada Lands Surveys Act and related legislation, but administratively managed by Pictou Landing First Nation. Merigomish Harbour 31 consists of two islands; Indian Island and Muless Island. It is considered to be an unpopulated Reserve, although it does contain many seasonal dwellings on both of the islands and a historic church (Saint Anne’s Mission Church) is located on Indian Island.

Chisholms Beach

in Beach, Terrain Feature

Chisholms Beach is one of the quiet treasures of Kings Head. Tucked away along the Northumberland Strait, this small, peaceful shoreline offers a more intimate alternative to the county’s larger and more famous beaches. While it may not appear on every tourist map, Chisholms Beach is well‑known to locals who appreciate its calm atmosphere, natural beauty, and the sense of privacy that comes with its tucked‑away setting.

Anderson Brook

in Brook, Hydrography

There are two different brooks in Pictou County with the name Anderson Brook.

Boat Harbour

in Harbour

Boat Harbour is located along the Northumberland Strait south of Fishers Grant 24.

Caribou Island

in Pictou County Communities, Island, Terrain Feature

Caribou Island is located on the north side of Caribou Harbour along the Northumberland Strait. The Mi’kmaq name was “Komoogun-uk” meaning where birds are decoyed. William Rodgers from Ireland first settled here about 1803. A Lighthouse at Gull Point on the north east end of the Island, it was first built in 1868. The name refers to both a terrain feature and the community.

Find out more about Caribou Island’s history and geography …

Fisher’s Grant 24

in Indian Reserve, Pictou County Communities

Fisher’s Grant 24 is a residential Indian Reserve administered by Pictou Landing First Nation. It is located between Boat Harbour, and the Northumberland Strait. The initial Reserve was created around 1866. In 1960 several smaller Reserves were amalgamated all into one, creating Fisher’s Grant 24.

Boat Harbour West 37

in Indian Reserve

Boat Harbour West 37 is a small Indian Reserve, officially recognized under the Indian Act of Canada. Under jurisdiction of the federal government, it is managed in accordance with the Canada Lands Surveys Act and related legislation, but administratively managed by Pictou Landing First Nation. It is located along the south side of Boat Harbour.

Fisher’s Grant 24G

in Indian Reserve, Other Pictou County Maps

Fisher’s Grant 24G is a small resource based Indian Reserve administered by Pictou Landing First Nation. It is located along the south east side of Boat Harbour. The Reserve was created in 1927 with the approval of Order in Council document.

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