Formerly the Montana Band of Indians,[2] it is one of four First Nations in the area of Maskwacis.

[3] The land where the Montana First Nation now sits near Wetaskiwin was originally set aside for the Bobtail Band of Indians.

[1] After it lay substantially vacant for a period of time, Little Bear, son of Cree chief Big Bear saw it as a place for his band, which had previously taken up residence in Montana (U.S.).

Due to support from missionary John Chantler McDoubgall, the land was granted to the Montana Band of Indians.

[3] There are two reserves under the governance of the band:[5] This First Nations in Canada–related article is a stub.