Kainai Nation
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The Kainai Nation (or Kainah, Kainawa) is a First Nation in southern Alberta, Canada with a population of roughly 9,400 members. They are part of the "Blackfoot (Nitsitapii) Confederacy."
Kainai translates directly to "Many Chiefs" while Kainawa translates directly to "Many Chiefs people." The common English name for the tribe is the "Blood tribe."
At the time treaties such as Treaty 7 were signed, the Kainai were situated on the Oldman, Belly, and St. Mary rivers west of Lethbridge, Alberta. The Kainai reserve is currently the largest in Canada, and is located approximately 200 kilometres south of Calgary.
Government
The Kainai Nation is governed by an elected council of twelve, with one chief. The term of office is four years. Historical chiefs of the Kainai are below:
- Chief Chris Shade (1996-2004)
- Chief Charles Weasel Head (2004-present)
External links
- [Blackfoot Country - The online meeting place for the Blackfoot People.]
- [Introduction to photo essay from 'Nitsitapiisinni: Our Way of Life' museum exhibit]
- [Concise description of the Blackfoot tribes]
- [Blood Tribe Information Web]
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