Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Nekaneet Cree Nation has a population of around 169 people. The indian reserve's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Nekaneet Cree Nation has decreased by ▼ -9.63%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 187 | 169 | --9.63% |
2026 Population Projection
Nekaneet Cree Nation's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 169 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Nekaneet Cree Nation Population Trend & Context
Nekaneet Cree Nation is the 611th-largest indian reserve in Saskatchewan, with a 2021 census population of 169 — a decline of 18 (▼ 9.63%) people from the 187 recorded in 2016.
The indian reserve's population has declined noticeably over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Saskatchewan indian reserves. The indian reserve's median age of 29.4 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
How does Nekaneet Cree Nation compare to other Saskatchewan indian reserves?
- Spy Hill: 173 (2021)
- Meath Park: 169 (2021)
- Nekaneet Cree Nation: 169 (2021) ← 611th largest
- Clinworth No. 230: 168 (2021)
- Conquest: 167 (2021)
Population By Genders
The male population of Nekaneet Cree Nation is around 60 while the female population is around 110.
Of the 169 total population in Nekaneet Cree Nation, the largest gender is female with around 110 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 60 | 110 | -45.45% |
Is Nekaneet Cree Nation a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Nekaneet Cree Nation 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.
Nekaneet Cree Nation Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Nekaneet Cree Nation compares to the indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Nekaneet Cree Nation | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 20.0% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 29.4 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Nekaneet Cree Nation has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 5 to 9 years old, accounting for 11.80% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 29.40.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 33 33.00% | 32 32.00% | 3.03% | 32 32.20% |
| Median age of the population | 27 26.60% | 30 29.80% | 10.07% | 29 29.40% |
| 5 to 9 years | 5 8.30% | 15 13.60% | 66.67% | 20 11.80% |
| 0 to 4 years | 5 8.30% | 10 9.10% | 50.00% | 15 8.80% |
| 20 to 24 years | 0 0.00% | 15 13.60% | 100.00% | 15 8.80% |
| 30 to 34 years | 0 0.00% | 15 13.60% | 100.00% | 15 8.80% |
| 40 to 44 years | 5 8.30% | 10 9.10% | 50.00% | 15 8.80% |
| 15 to 19 years | 5 8.30% | 5 4.50% | 0.00% | 10 5.90% |
| 25 to 29 years | 5 8.30% | 10 9.10% | 50.00% | 10 5.90% |
| 35 to 39 years | 0 0.00% | 5 4.50% | 100.00% | 10 5.90% |
| 50 to 54 years | 5 8.30% | 5 4.50% | 0.00% | 10 5.90% |
| 55 to 59 years | 5 8.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 10 5.90% |
| 65 to 69 years | 5 8.30% | 5 4.50% | 0.00% | 10 5.90% |
| 10 to 14 years | 0 0.00% | 5 4.50% | 100.00% | 5 2.90% |
| 45 to 49 years | 5 8.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 2.90% |
| 60 to 64 years | 0 0.00% | 5 4.50% | 100.00% | 5 2.90% |
| 70 to 74 years | 5 8.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 2.90% |
| 80 to 84 years | 0 0.00% | 5 4.50% | 100.00% | 5 2.90% |
| 75 to 79 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 64.70% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 0 to 14 years, account for 64.70% and 23.50%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Nekaneet Cree Nation are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Nekaneet Cree Nation
Population of Nekaneet Cree Nation by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Nekaneet Cree Nation is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Nekaneet Cree Nation is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the indian reserve appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Nekaneet Cree Nation are Plains Cree, which accounts for 50.00% of the total population, followed by Cree (42.31%), English (7.69%), Punjabi (0.00%), and Vietnamese (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Nekaneet Cree Nation include Arab, Greek, Jamaican, Asian, and Korean.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plains Cree | 45.45% | 50.00% | 50.00% |
| Cree | 54.55% | 37.50% | 42.31% |
| English | 18.18% | 0.00% | 7.69% |
| Punjabi | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Vietnamese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Arab | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Greek | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Jamaican | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Asian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Korean | 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 Nekaneet Cree Nation's population profile.
About 0.0% of Nekaneet Cree Nation's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Nekaneet Cree Nation's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
| Haiti | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 35 of Nekaneet Cree Nation's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 15.00% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 15.00% of the population. 3 persons, 5 or more persons, and 4 persons households account for 10.00%, 10.00%, and 5.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 15 | 15.00% |
| 2 persons | 15 | 15.00% |
| 3 persons | 10 | 10.00% |
| 5 or more persons | 10 | 10.00% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 5.00% |
Income in Nekaneet Cree Nation
Analyzing income distribution in Nekaneet Cree Nation can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Nekaneet Cree Nation 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 Nekaneet Cree Nation 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 Nekaneet Cree Nation's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Nekaneet Cree Nation'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 Nekaneet Cree Nation
This data sheds light on the distribution of Nekaneet Cree Nation 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.
44.45% or most of the Nekaneet Cree Nation population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 34.45% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, 18.35% has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, and 0.00% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 25 | 35 | 60 | 44.45% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 20 | 15 | 50 | 34.45% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 10 | 20 | 25 | 18.35% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Nekaneet Cree Nation's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Nekaneet Cree Nation
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Nekaneet Cree Nation. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Nekaneet Cree Nation is at 11.11% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 50.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 11.11% |
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 Nekaneet Cree Nation's population (around 70.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the indian reserve, there are 10 men and 10 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Nekaneet Cree Nation industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Nekaneet Cree Nation is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Nekaneet Cree Nation has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (60%) 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 | 20 | 60% |
| 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 | 0 | 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 Nekaneet Cree Nation residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Nekaneet Cree Nation: Public administration (60%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (0%)
Top occupation categories in Nekaneet Cree Nation: Sales and service occupations (30%), Business, finance and administration occupations (20%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (20%)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 10 | 25 | 30 | 75.00% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 10 | 10 | 25.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Nekaneet Cree Nation 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 Nekaneet Cree Nation residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Nekaneet Cree Nation 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 | 75.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 25.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Nekaneet Cree Nationshed 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 Nekaneet Cree Nation'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 Nekaneet Cree Nation. About 135 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 | 135 |
| 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 | 70.4% | 77.8% |
| Non-official languages | 29.6% | 18.5% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
The second largest religion in the province is Christian 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 |
|---|---|
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Christian | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Nekaneet Cree Nation
Hospitals
Schools
- Ranch Ehrlo
- Sacred Heart School
- A. E. Peacock Collegiate
- École Harbour Landing School
- St. Kateri Tekakwitha
- St. Nicholas
- Plainsview School
- St. Elizabeth
- École Wascana Plains School
- Rock Solid Refuge
- St. Gabriel School
- Jack MacKenzie Elementary School
- Argyle School
- École St. Pius X
Parks
Libraries
- Moose Jaw Library and Art Gallery
- Swift Current Branch - Chinook Regional Library
- Sunrise Branch
- George Bothwell Library
- Pilot Butte Library
- Learning Resource Centre
- Prince of Wales Branch
- Herbert W. Peeler Library
- Mortlach Branch Public Library
- Assiniboia and District Public Library
- Bethune Branch Public Library
- Avonlea Branch Public Library
- Briercrest Branch Public Library
Community Centres
- Chamber Of Commerce
- Arcola East Community Centre
- Al Ritchie Neighbouthood Centre
- Hodgeville Hub
- Wood River Memorial Hall
Places to Visit in Nekaneet Cree Nation
Museums
- Assiniboia & District Museum
- Sukanen Ship Pioneer Village and Museum
- Claybank Brick Plant Historic Site
- Deep South Pioneer Museum
- Chaplin Nature Centre
- Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame
- Mortlach Museum
Attractions
- Happy Hollow Corn Maze
- German pavilion
- Francophone pavilion
- Kyiv Ukrainian pavilion
- Greek pavilion
- Irish pavilion
- Philippine pavilion
- Italian pavilion
- Brazilian pavilion
- Austrian edelweiss pavilion
- Giật dây xe bus
Historic Sites
- Statue of Queen Elizabeth II riding Burmese
- Mac the Moose
- Memorial Cenotaph
- Saskatchewan War Memorial
- Chỗ Chồng làm
- Regina View SD 4607
- Moore SD 3560
- King Edward SD 2035
- Pilot Butte War Monument
- Snowbird
- Weyburn Pioneer Cemetary Monument
- Confucius
- Mahatma Gandhi
- Hyde Park Gas Lamp
- CWWG Cross of Sacrifice
Theatres
- Mae Wilson Theatre
- Artful Dodger
- Artesian
- Globe Theatre
- Sagebrush Theatre
- Jubilee Theatre
- Hanbidge Hall
- Convention Hall
- Main Theatre
Green Spaces in Nekaneet Cree Nation
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Bussey Park | Parks | — |
| 209 2nd ave, Davin, Sk | Parks | — |
| Camp S'more Scout Camp | Parks | — |
| Regina Rugby Park | Parks | 7.0 ha |
| St. Francis Park | Parks | 6.2 ha |
| Jenkins Drive Park | Parks | 1.1 ha |
| Parkridge Park | Parks | 4.2 ha |
| Phillips Park | Parks | 2.9 ha |
| Westend Park | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| St. Joseph's Park | Parks | 1.4 ha |
| Whyte Park | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Westside Park | Parks | 0.9 ha |
| Kinsmen Park | Parks | 1.0 ha |
| Saulteaux Park | Parks | 3.7 ha |
| Confederation Park | Parks | 1.2 ha |
| Westhill Park | Parks | 4.9 ha |
| Bastedo Park | Parks | 1.2 ha |
| Varsity Park | Parks | 2.4 ha |
| Mable Brown Park | Parks | 0.8 ha |
| Hansen Drive Park | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Buffalo Pound Provincial Park | Nature Reserves | — |
| Oro Lake Regional Park | Nature Reserves | — |
| Hazlet Regional Park | Nature Reserves | — |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Other Indian Reserves in Saskatchewan
- Seekaskootch 119 2,191
- Stanley 157 1,883
- Pelican Narrows 184B 1,837
- Big River 118 1,535
- Ahtahkakoop 104 1,402
- Lac La Ronge 156 1,349
- Lac La Hache 220 1,279
- Beardy's 97 and Okemasis 96 1,249
- Sturgeon Lake 101 1,224
- Chicken 224 1,152
- Makwa Lake 129B 1,109
- Montreal Lake 106 1,015
- Canoe Lake 165 950
- Fond du Lac 227 926
- Southend 200 913
- Kimosom Pwatinahk 203 875
- James Smith 100 850
- Buffalo River Dene Nation 842
- Clearwater River Dene 222 831
- Cote 64 799
- Gordon 86 763
- Big Island Lake Cree Territory 759
- Carrot River 29A 756
- Cumberland House Cree Nation 20 748
- Mistawasis 103 741
- Waterhen 130 728
- White Bear 70 722
- Moosomin 112B 715
- Thunderchild First Nation 115B 706
- Chitek Lake 191 705
- Assiniboine 76 703
- Muskoday First Nation 700
- Flying Dust First Nation 105 679
- Piapot 75 677
- Poorman 88 676
- One Arrow 95 671
- Cowessess 73 645
- Pasqua 79 638
- Kahkewistahaw 72 627
- Sweet Grass 113 623
- Little Pine 116 622
- Shoal Lake 28A 613
- Keeseekoose 66 599
- Makaoo [Part] 120 593
- Standing Buffalo 78 586
- Morin Lake 217 575
- Wapachewunak 192D 572
- Ministikwan 161 549
- Kitsakie 156B 531
- Whitecap 511
- Peepeekisis 81 510
- Fishing Lake 89 506
- Ochapowace 71 501
- Muskowekwan 85 494
- Red Earth 29 490
- Wapaskokimaw 202 481
- Yellowquill 90 475
- Poundmaker 114 471
- Red Pheasant 108 442
- Turnor Lake 193B 428
- Montreal Lake 106B 423
- Sucker River 156C [Nemebien River 156C] 384
- Witchekan Lake 117 369
- Little Red River 106C 367
- Indian Head No. 156 362
- Grandmother's Bay 219 344
- Pelican Narrows 206 336
- Saulteaux 159 312
- Wahpaton 94A 310
- Kinistin 91 304
- Muscowpetung 80 277
- Muskeg Lake Cree Nation 102 271
- Cumberland 100A 266
- Sakimay 74 250
- Okanese 82 213
- Little Black Bear 84 173
- Star Blanket 83 165
- Ocean Man 69 164
- Ministikwan 161A 156
- Day Star 87 145
- La Plonge 192 144
- The Key 65 144
- Southend No. 200A 139
- Grizzly Bear's Head 110 and Lean Man 111 134
- Mosquito 109 127
- Eagles Lake 165C 115
- Shesheep 74A 98
- Kiskaciwan No. 208 89
- Wa-Pii Moos-Toosis [White Calf] 83A 79
- Pelican Lake 191B 75
- Pheasant Rump Nakota 68 72
- Sturgeon Weir 205 69
- Yellow Quill 90-9 66
- Little Bone 74B 41
- Beardy's and Okemasis 96 and 97B 32
- Brabant Lake 27
- Thunderchild First Nation 115C 26
- Keeseekoose 66A 25
- Makwa Lake 129C 22
- Amiskosakahikan 210 20
- Keeseekoose 66-KE-05 20
- Wood Mountain 160 16
- Beardy's and Okemasis 96 & 97C 15
- Ocean Man 69C 15
- Meadow Lake 105A 10
- Ocean Man 69E 10
- Saulteaux 159A 10
- Treaty Four Reserve Grounds 77 10
- Witchekan Lake 117D 10
- Clearwater River Dene Band 223 5
- Keeseekoose 66-CA-05 5
- Makwa Lake 129 5
- Muskowekwan 85-12 5
- Muskowekwan 85-29 5
- Ocean Man 69A 5
- Ocean Man 69F 5
- Ocean Man 69H 5
- Ocean Man 69I 5
- Ochapowace 71-10 5
- One Arrow 95-1A 5
- Sweet Grass 113-M16 5
- Beardy's and Okemasis 96 and 97A
- Big River 118A
- Carry the Kettle 76-110
- Carry the Kettle 76-19
- Chicken 225
- Flying Dust First Nation 105D
- Flying Dust First Nation 105E
- Flying Dust First Nation 105F
- Four Portages 157C
- Gladue Lake 105B
- Kahkewistahaw No. 72-Q
- Kahkewistahaw No. 72-W
- Keeseekoose 66-CA-04
- Keeseekoose 66-CA-06
- Keeseekoose 66-KE-04
- Kinoosao-Thomas Clark 204
- Little Hills 158
- Little Hills 158B
- Little Red River 106D
- Lucky Man
- Muskeg Lake 102B
- Muskeg Lake 102D
- Muskeg Lake 102E
- Muskeg Lake 102F
- Muskowekwan 85-1
- Muskowekwan 85-10
- Muskowekwan 85-15
- Muskowekwan 85-17
- Muskowekwan 85-22
- Muskowekwan 85-23
- Muskowekwan 85-26
- Muskowekwan 85-27
- Muskowekwan 85-28
- Muskowekwan 85-2A
- Muskowekwan 85-31
- Muskowekwan 85-33
- Muskowekwan 85-4
- Muskowekwan 85-8
- Ocean Man 69D
- Ocean Man 69G
- Ochapowace 71-18
- Ochapowace 71-54
- Ochapowace 71-7
- One Arrow 95-1C
- One Arrow 95-1D
- Opaskwayak Cree Nation 27A
- Pelican Lake 191A
- Poundmaker 114-18B
- Star Blanket 83C
- Sturgeon Weir 184F
- Wepuskow Sahgaiechan 165D
- Willow Cree
Frequently Asked Questions about Nekaneet Cree Nation
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Nekaneet Cree Nation has a population of 169 people, making it the 610th indian reserve in Saskatchewan. The population declined significantly from 187 in 2016, a decrease of 18 people or 9.63%. The indian reserve has a population density of 2.8 people per km² across a land area of 60.32 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Nekaneet Cree Nation's population declined by 9.63% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 187 to 169 people, a loss of 18 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Saskatchewan indian reserves during this period. The median age of 29.40 years suggests a comparatively young population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Nekaneet Cree Nation has a population density of approximately 2.80 people per square kilometre.
Nekaneet Cree Nation covers a land area of approximately 60.32 km².
The median age of the population in Nekaneet Cree Nation is 29.40 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Nekaneet Cree Nation is Plains Cree.
The median household income in Nekaneet Cree Nation is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Nekaneet Cree Nation.
Buddhist is the predominant religion in Nekaneet Cree Nation.
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.