Six Nations of the Grand River
The Six Nations of the Grand River is a First Nations community located in southern Ontario, Canada. It is made up of six Indigenous nations: the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca, and Tuscarora. This community is situated along the Grand River, which is the longest river in southern Ontario, and serves as a significant cultural and historical site for the nations.
The Six Nations reserve is one of the largest in Canada, covering over 46,000 acres. The community is known for its rich heritage, including traditional practices, languages, and governance systems. The Haudenosaunee Confederacy, to which these nations belong, plays a vital role in their political and social organization, emphasizing unity and cooperation among the nations.