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About Bear River First Nation

Who We Are

Mother and child Bear River First Nation is one of thirteen First Nation communities in Nova Scotia. It is also a member of the Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq, a Tribal Council that provides advisory services and programs to member-communities.

Our Chief is Carol Thompson, and our Council members are Carol Ann Potter and Fred Robar,Harlow. The Band Office is located at 130 Reservation Road, just down the road from the Heritage and Cultural Centre.

There are currently under 100 Mi’kmaq living on the Reserve, while approximately 200 members reside off- Reserve in other parts of Nova Scotia, and throughout North America.

If you are interested in finding out more about Bear River First Nation, please contact Bear River First Nation Heritage and Cultural Centre at (902) 467-0301 or the Band Office at (902) 467-3802.

Photo Credits
Top: Tim Wilson / Personamedia.com.2004.

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