Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Ministikwan 161A has a population of around 156 people. The indian reserve's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Ministikwan 161A has decreased by -30.04%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 223 | 156 | --30.04% |
2026 Population Projection
Ministikwan 161A's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 156 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of Ministikwan 161A is around 75 while the female population is around 80.
Of the 156 total population in Ministikwan 161A, the largest gender is female with around 80 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 75 | 80 | -6.25% |
Is Ministikwan 161A a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Ministikwan 161A compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Saskatchewan, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.
Employment & Economy
Income & Affordability
Commute
Housing Character
Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Other Indian Reserves Near Ministikwan 161A
- Ministikwan 161 (14.5 km)
- Big Island Lake Cree Territory (32.1 km)
- Makwa Lake 129 (33.4 km)
- Makwa Lake 129B (34.8 km)
- Makwa Lake 129C (44.4 km)
- Seekaskootch 119 (51.2 km)
- Meadow Lake 105A (81.2 km)
- Waterhen 130 (94.3 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Ministikwan 161A has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 0 to 4 years old, accounting for 16.10% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 26.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 30 30.40% | 28 27.60% | 9.87% | 29 29.00% |
| Median age of the population | 27 27.00% | 26 25.80% | 7.41% | 26 26.20% |
| 0 to 4 years | 10 13.30% | 10 12.50% | 0.00% | 25 16.10% |
| 25 to 29 years | 10 13.30% | 15 18.80% | 33.33% | 20 12.90% |
| 5 to 9 years | 5 6.70% | 5 6.30% | 0.00% | 15 9.70% |
| 10 to 14 years | 5 6.70% | 10 12.50% | 50.00% | 15 9.70% |
| 20 to 24 years | 10 13.30% | 5 6.30% | 50.00% | 15 9.70% |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 0.00% | 10 12.50% | 100.00% | 10 6.50% |
| 35 to 39 years | 5 6.70% | 10 12.50% | 50.00% | 10 6.50% |
| 45 to 49 years | 5 6.70% | 5 6.30% | 0.00% | 10 6.50% |
| 50 to 54 years | 0 0.00% | 5 6.30% | 100.00% | 10 6.50% |
| 55 to 59 years | 0 0.00% | 5 6.30% | 100.00% | 10 6.50% |
| 65 to 69 years | 5 6.70% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 10 6.50% |
| 30 to 34 years | 5 6.70% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 3.20% |
| 40 to 44 years | 5 6.70% | 5 6.30% | 0.00% | 5 3.20% |
| 60 to 64 years | 0 0.00% | 5 6.30% | 100.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 70 to 74 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 75 to 79 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 80 to 84 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
Broader Age Groups
If the indian reserve's population is divided into broader age groups, most of the population falls into the 15 to 64 years age group. The group accounts for 64.50% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 0 to 14 years, account for 64.50% and 32.30%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Ministikwan 161A are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Ministikwan 161A
Population of Ministikwan 161A by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Ministikwan 161A is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Ministikwan 161A is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the province appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in the province are Cree, which accounts for 67.74% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (25.81%), Plains Cree (6.45%), Slovenian (0.00%), and Western European (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include New Brunswicker, Gujarati, Eritrean, African Canadian, and Israeli.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cree | 66.67% | 75.00% | 67.74% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 26.67% | 25.00% | 25.81% |
| Plains Cree | 13.33% | 12.50% | 6.45% |
| Slovenian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Western European | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| New Brunswicker | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Gujarati | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Eritrean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| African Canadian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Israeli | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Ministikwan 161A's population profile.
About 0.0% of Ministikwan 161A's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Ministikwan 161A's immigrant population are Peru (0), Trinidad and Tobago (0), United States of America (0), Bosnia and Herzegovina (0), Croatia (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Peru | 0 |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 0 |
| United States of America | 0 |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 0 |
| Croatia | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 30 of Ministikwan 161A's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 12.50% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 4 persons households ranked second, accounting for 12.50% of the population. 5 or more persons, 1 person, and 3 persons households account for 12.50%, 6.25%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 10 | 12.50% |
| 4 persons | 10 | 12.50% |
| 5 or more persons | 10 | 12.50% |
| 1 person | 5 | 6.25% |
| 3 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Income in Ministikwan 161A
Analyzing income distribution in Ministikwan 161A can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Ministikwan 161A is $0.
A region's per capita data sheds light on the average income earned per person living in it. Since per capita income is calculated by dividing the region's total income by its population, it quantifies the population's economic situation on an individual basis.
Such data offers insights into the indian reserve's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Ministikwan 161A population or around 0 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 0 and 0 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Ministikwan 161A's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Ministikwan 161A's median household income is 84,000 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the indian reserve's economic landscape as well as the living standards of its population.
Analyzing such data enables researchers, policymakers, and businesses to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the indian reserve's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Ministikwan 161A
This data sheds light on the distribution of Ministikwan 161A residents across educational milestones.
Such information is crucial in shaping the province’s policies on education, workforce development strategies, and initiatives that aim to improve access to quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities.
59.55% or most of the Ministikwan 161A population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 30.30% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 4.55% has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, and 0.00% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 65 | 50 | 110 | 59.55% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 20 | 35 | 55 | 30.30% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 10 | 0 | 10 | 4.55% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Ministikwan 161A's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Ministikwan 161A
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Ministikwan 161A. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Newfoundland and Labrador is at 13.64% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 18.18% |
| Unemployment rate | 13.64% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the indian reserve who work as an employee. The majority of Ministikwan 161A's population (around 33.30%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the indian reserve, there are 0 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 0.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Ministikwan 161A industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Ministikwan 161A is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Ministikwan 161A has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (33%) works in the public administration sector. The Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector comes second at 0%, followed by Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 10 | 0 | 33% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 10 | 0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Educational services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Ministikwan 161A residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Ministikwan 161A: Public administration (33%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (0%)
Top occupation categories in Ministikwan 161A: Sales and service occupations (33%), Legislative and senior management occupations (0%), Business, finance and administration occupations (0%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the indian reserve. It provides a snapshot of workplaces, showing their geographic distribution and the flow of workers across different areas.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No fixed workplace address | 10 | 0 | 10 | 66.70% |
| Usual place of work | 0 | 0 | 10 | 66.70% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Ministikwan 161A residents travel to school or work. It highlights the frequency of different modes of transportation like walking, cycling, carpooling, and public transit.
The data is pivotal in the making of transportation policies as well as the development of transit systems. Ultimately commuting data contributes to improving the quality of life of Ministikwan 161A residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Ministikwan 161A spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the indian reserve's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the indian reserve.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 50.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 50.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Ministikwan 161Ashed light on its societal dynamics. It captures the diverse types of marital statuses of the population.
Long-term commitments, such as common-law partnerships, civil unions, and marriages, reflect the indian reserve's social fabric. We can gain insights into Ministikwan 161A's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights indian reserve's linguistic diversity, showing elegances of solo language as well as bilingual harmonies. Other than language, it also shows the cultural landscape in Canada.
English is the most spoken official language in Ministikwan 161A. About 160 people living in the province speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 160 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Mother Tongue & Home Language
Useful for newcomers researching an area: this shows the language residents first learned at home in childhood (mother tongue) and the language they speak most often at home now, which can differ as families settle in.
| Language | Mother Tongue | Spoken Most Often at Home |
|---|---|---|
| English | 50.0% | 84.4% |
| Non-official languages | 46.9% | 15.6% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Ministikwan 161A is predominantly Christian. About 35 of its population is Christian (20 males and 20 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Buddhist with 0.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Hindu and Jewish, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Muslim represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 22.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions about Ministikwan 161A
According to the 2021 census, Ministikwan 161A has a population of approximately 156 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Ministikwan 161A decreased by 30.04%.
Ministikwan 161A has a population density of approximately 5.30 people per square kilometre.
Ministikwan 161A covers a land area of approximately 29.38 km².
The median age of the population in Ministikwan 161A is 26.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Ministikwan 161A is Cree.
The median household income in Ministikwan 161A is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Ministikwan 161A.
Christian is the predominant religion in Ministikwan 161A.
Statistics Canada (statcan.gc.ca) conducted the 2026 Census of Population in May 2026. However, census data goes through an extensive processing, validation, and quality-assurance period before public release. Based on the release plan, the 2026 Census results begin rolling out on February 10, 2027, with complete community-level profiles available by December 1, 2027. Until then, this page uses 2021 Census data as its primary source, supplemented by a population projection estimate for 2026 calculated using the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from the 2016–2021 Census period.