Algonquins of Pikwakanagan

This community is full of history including the origin of the world's largest birch bark canoe, the first Algonquin woman chief in all of Canada and Algonquin actor Paul Benoit have had their beginnings here in Pikwàkanagàn. The community infrastructure includes the Administration Office, Council House, Health Centre, Day Care Centre, Tennisco Manor, Museum, Community Hall, Harvest Department, Fire Hall, church, ball field, park, cemetery and a number of private businesses. Progressive and beautiful, this community is full of interest. The people are proud to be Algonquin. The land, waters, culture and skills are one of kind. Enjoy the wonder of cottage country embraced by a culture thousands of years old. Experience the Algoqonquin culture first hand at the Pikwakanagan Traditional Pow Wow, August 15 – 17, 2008. (www.algonquinsofpikwakanagan.com)

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Judy Hugli, Ottawa Valley Tourist Association
800-757-6580
jhugli@countyofrenfrew.on.ca

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