Cowichan Lake, British Columbia — Population & Demographics (2026)
Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Cowichan Lake census dataset on Statistics Canada
- Population (2021)
- 20
- −4.8% since 2016
- Density
- 47.0
- people per km²
- Land area
- 0.43
- km²
- Median age
- 0.0
- years
- Median household income
- $0
- 2020, before tax
- Unemployment rate
- 0.0%
- 2021 Census
This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Cowichan Lake. It is an Indian reserve in Canada that encompasses a land area of 0.43 km2. The Indian reserve has a population density of 47.00 people per km2.
We highlight the Cowichan Lake Indian reserve's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.
Cowichan Lake on the Map
- Points of interest (27)
- Places to visit (1)
- Green spaces (25)
Cowichan Lake location on the map. View in Google Maps
Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Cowichan Lake has a population of around 20 people. The Indian reserve's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Cowichan Lake has decreased by ▼ -4.76%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 21 | 20 | --4.76% |
2026 Population Projection
Cowichan Lake's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 20 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Cowichan Lake Population Trend & Context
Cowichan Lake is the 400th-largest Indian reserve in British Columbia, with a 2021 census population of 20 — a decline of 1 (▼ 4.76%) people from the 21 recorded in 2016.
The Indian reserve's population has seen a slight decline over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing British Columbia Indian reserves. The Indian reserve's median age of 0 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
How does Cowichan Lake compare to other British Columbia Indian reserves?
- 398th Dead Point 5 22
- 399th Kitzowit 20 21
- 400th Cowichan Lake This Indian reserve 20
- 401st Little Springs 20
- 402nd Williams Prairie Meadow 1A 20
Population By Genders
The male population of Cowichan Lake is around 0 while the female population is around 0.
Of the 20 total population in Cowichan Lake, the largest gender is female with around 0 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | -0.00% |
Is Cowichan Lake a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Cowichan Lake compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against British Columbia, 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.
Cowichan Lake Population Compared to British Columbia
British Columbia's population in 2021 was 5,000,879, spread across the area. Here's how Cowichan Lake compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Cowichan Lake | British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $85,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 0 | 42.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 31.8% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 29.0% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Cowichan Lake has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 0 to 4 years old, accounting for 0.00% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 0.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 4 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 5 to 9 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 10 to 14 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 20 to 24 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 25 to 29 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 30 to 34 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 35 to 39 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 40 to 44 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 45 to 49 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 50 to 54 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 55 to 59 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 60 to 64 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 65 to 69 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 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% |
| 85 years and over | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 85 to 89 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 90 to 94 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 95 to 99 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 100 years and over | 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 0 to 14 years age group. The group accounts for 0.00% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 65 years and over, account for 0.00% and 0.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Cowichan Lake are within the 0 to 14 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 years | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| 65 years and over | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Population of Cowichan Lake by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Cowichan Lake is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Cowichan Lake 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 Cowichan Lake are Somali, which accounts for 0.00% of the total population, followed by Taiwanese (0.00%), Iraqi (0.00%), Salvadorean (0.00%), and African Caribbean (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Cowichan Lake include East or Southeast Asian, West or Central Asian or Middle Eastern, Caribbean, Algonquin, and West Indian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somali | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Taiwanese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Iraqi | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Salvadorean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| African Caribbean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| East or Southeast Asian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| West or Central Asian or Middle Eastern | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Caribbean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Algonquin | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| West Indian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Cowichan Lake
About 0.00% of Cowichan Lake's population (0 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 0.00% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 0 people (0.00% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Cowichan Lake's population profile.
About 0.0% of Cowichan Lake's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Cowichan Lake'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 |
0.0% of Cowichan Lake's residents (0 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 0.0% are second generation, and 0.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 0 of Cowichan Lake's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 0.00% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 0.00% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 0.00%, 0.00%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 0 | 0.00% |
| 2 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
| 3 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
| 4 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
| 5 or more persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Dwelling & Housing Detail
Of the 0 occupied private dwellings in Cowichan Lake, 0.0% are owner-occupied (0) and 0.0% are rented (0).
Period of Construction
0.0% of Cowichan Lake's occupied private dwellings were built in 1960 or before, while 0.0% were built between 2016 and 2021.
Family and Household Structure in Cowichan Lake
Of census families in Cowichan Lake, 0.0% are couple families and 0.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 0.0 people.
0.0% of households in Cowichan Lake are one-person households, 0.0% are couple-family households, 0.0% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 0 | 0.0% |
| Couple-family households | 0 | 0.0% |
| One-parent-family households | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Cowichan Lake
Analyzing income distribution in Cowichan Lake can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Cowichan Lake 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 Cowichan Lake 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 Cowichan Lake's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Cowichan Lake'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 Cowichan Lake
This data sheds light on the distribution of Cowichan Lake 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.
0.00% or most of the Cowichan Lake population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 0.00% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 0.00% has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. (Individual figures may not sum to exactly 100% due to Statistics Canada's random rounding of small-area 25% sample data.)
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Cowichan Lake's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Cowichan Lake
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Cowichan Lake. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Cowichan Lake is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 0.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Cowichan Lake, 0.0% worked full year full time in the reference year, 0.0% worked part year and/or part time, and 0.0% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 0 | 0.0% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 0 | 0.0% |
| Did not work | 0 | 0.0% |
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 Cowichan Lake's population (around 0.00%) 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 Cowichan Lake industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Cowichan Lake is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Cowichan Lake has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (0%) works in the sector. The Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector comes second at 0%, followed by Utilities at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Cowichan Lake residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Cowichan Lake: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (0%), Utilities (0%)
Top occupation categories in Cowichan Lake: Legislative and senior management occupations (0%), Business, finance and administration occupations (0%), Natural and applied sciences and related 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Usual place of work | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Cowichan Lake 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 Cowichan Lake residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Cowichan Lake 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 | 0.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 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 Cowichan Lake shed 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 Cowichan Lake'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.
is the most spoken official language in Cowichan Lake. About 0 people living in the Indian reserve speak , 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 0 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Cowichan Lake's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 0.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 0 | 0.0% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 0 | 0.0% |
| Neither English nor French | 0 | 0.0% |
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 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Non-official languages | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
The second largest religion in the Indian reserve 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 Cowichan Lake
Schools
Parks
- Creekside Trail
- TAL Development Rezoning
- Spring Beach Recreation Site
- Arbutus Park
- Centennial Park
- Lakeview Park
- Point Ideal Park
- Southern Playfield Park
- Stoker Park
- Bear Lake Park
- Creekside Greenspace 1
- Creekside Greenspace 2
- Lubin Park
- Marble Bay Park
- Meade Creek Road Park
- Mile 77 Park
- Nantree Park
- Price Park
- Stin-Qua Beach Access
- Sunset Beach Access
- TAL Development
- TAL Development
- TAL Development
- Youbou Little League Park
Community Centres
Places to Visit in Cowichan Lake
Historic Sites
Green Spaces in Cowichan Lake
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Creekside Trail | Parks | 0.7 ha |
| TAL Development Rezoning | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Spring Beach Recreation Site | Parks | 6.1 ha |
| Arbutus Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| Centennial Park | Parks | 4.8 ha |
| Lakeview Park | Parks | 35.7 ha |
| Point Ideal Park | Parks | 0.7 ha |
| Southern Playfield Park | Parks | 1.2 ha |
| Stoker Park | Parks | 1.2 ha |
| Bear Lake Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| Creekside Greenspace 1 | Parks | 1.0 ha |
| Creekside Greenspace 2 | Parks | 0.6 ha |
| Lubin Park | Parks | 1.6 ha |
| Marble Bay Park | Parks | 17.7 ha |
| Meade Creek Road Park | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Mile 77 Park | Parks | 2.0 ha |
| Nantree Park | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Price Park | Parks | 5.8 ha |
| Stin-Qua Beach Access | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Sunset Beach Access | Parks | 0.0 ha |
| TAL Development | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| TAL Development | Parks | 0.0 ha |
| Gordon Bay Provincial Park | Nature Reserves | 103.6 ha |
| Block 12 | Nature Reserves | 3.3 ha |
| Block 13 | Nature Reserves | 5.4 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Nearest Indian Reserves to Cowichan Lake
- Tzart-Lam 5 31.6 km away · 27 people
- Oyster Bay 12 31.9 km away · 105 people
- Malachan 11 32.9 km away · 178 people
- Gordon River 2 35.0 km away · 79 people
- Chemainus 13 35.7 km away · 818 people
- Nanaimo River 38.2 km away · 323 people
- St. Mary's 38.3 km away · 10 people
- Halalt 2 39.1 km away · 156 people
Methodology
- Data vintage: Reference date was Census Day, May 11, 2021. Statistics Canada released this profile in stages starting February 9, 2022, with later characteristics added through the remainder of 2022.
- Rounding & suppression: To protect respondent confidentiality, Statistics Canada randomly rounds every count shown here, and withholds some characteristics entirely for areas with very small populations. This is why a small number of figures on this page may show as unavailable for smaller places — it reflects a StatCan privacy rule, not missing data on our end.
- Next update: These are the most recent figures available. Canada's next census is scheduled for May 2026, with results expected to begin release in 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cowichan Lake
What is the population of Cowichan Lake?
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Cowichan Lake has a population of 20 people, making it the 400th Indian reserve in British Columbia. The population declined moderately from 21 in 2016, a decrease of 1 people or 4.76%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 47.0 people per km² across a land area of 0.43 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Is the population of Cowichan Lake growing?
Cowichan Lake's population declined by 4.76% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 21 to 20 people, a loss of 1 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other British Columbia Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 0.00 years suggests a comparatively young population. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (0.0%) points to a family-oriented community. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
What is the population density of Cowichan Lake?
Cowichan Lake has a population density of approximately 47.00 people per square kilometre.
How large is Cowichan Lake?
Cowichan Lake covers a land area of approximately 0.43 km².
What is the median age in Cowichan Lake?
The median age of the population in Cowichan Lake is 0.00 years.
What is the largest ethnic group in Cowichan Lake?
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Cowichan Lake is Somali.
What is the median household income in Cowichan Lake?
The median household income in Cowichan Lake is $0, based on 2020 data.
What is the most spoken language in Cowichan Lake?
English is the most common first official language spoken in Cowichan Lake.
What is the main religion in Cowichan Lake?
Buddhist is the predominant religion in Cowichan Lake.
What percentage of Cowichan Lake's population is Indigenous?
According to the 2021 Census, 0.0% of Cowichan Lake's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
What percentage of Cowichan Lake residents are Canadian citizens?
0.0% of Cowichan Lake's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
What percentage of families in Cowichan Lake are one-parent families?
One-parent families make up 0.0% of census families in Cowichan Lake, according to the 2021 Census.
Are there many multigenerational households in Cowichan Lake?
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Cowichan Lake, per the 2021 Census.
What percentage of Cowichan Lake's population is bilingual in English and French?
0.0% of Cowichan Lake's population knows both English and French, based on 2021 Census data on knowledge of official languages.
What percentage of Cowichan Lake's workforce works full-time year-round?
Of the population aged 15 and over in Cowichan Lake, 0.0% worked full year full time in the 2021 Census reference year.
Why isn't 2026 census data for Cowichan Lake available yet?
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.