To print this page

Geographic location:

Located on the edge of the St. Lawrence River, the Reserve of Betsiamites is situated 54 kilometres southwest of Baie-Comeau and has a surface area of 255.4 kilometres². The neighbouring lands belong to the public domain.

Chief:

Raphaël Picard

Population in 2001:

3,319 people (including 672 outside the reserve).

Characteristics:

A Member of the Mamuitun Tribal Council, the Community of Betsiamites is currently engaged in comprehensive territorial negotiations with the governments of Québec and Canada. Sixty-three percent (63%) of the population is 35 years of age or under. This community is a leader in the promotion of the Innu language and culture. From an economic standpoint, it has an expertise in forestry and has been taking steps to develop the recreational-tourism sector. The community has signed a partnership agreement with Hydro-Québec regarding the hydroelectric development of Toulnustouc River.

Infrastructures:

In addition to the basic infrastructures that are common to the other communities, Betsiamites has an arena and a vacation resort.