The Algonquins of Barriere Lake live on the shores of Rapid Lake, Quebec, 134 km north of Maniwaki, on the bank of the Cabonga Reservoir.
The community has over 500 members living on the 28 hectare reserve.
The reserve of Rapid Lake was formed in 1961 under the Lands and Forests Act. The band was already settled on the site of Barriere Lake. Until very recently, the band lived in separate family encampments, each led by a patriarch, and carried on seasonal activities.
The principal languages are Algonquin and English.
The band council consists of a chief and four councillors elected in accordance with local custom.
The mailing address is:
Algonquins of Barriere Lake
Rapid Lake PARC DE LA VÉRENDRYE QC
J0W 2C0
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