Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, North Bay 5 has a population of around 45 people. The Indian reserve's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of North Bay 5 has decreased by ▼ -11.76%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 51 | 45 | --11.76% |
2026 Population Projection
North Bay 5's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 45 people recorded in the 2021 census.
North Bay 5 Population Trend & Context
North Bay 5 had a 2021 census population of 45 — a decline of 6 (▼ 11.76%) people from the 51 recorded in 2016.
The Indian reserve's population has declined noticeably over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing British Columbia Indian reserves. The Indian reserve's median age of 48.8 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
Population By Genders
The male population of North Bay 5 is around 15 while the female population is around 30.
Of the 45 total population in North Bay 5, the largest gender is female with around 30 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | 30 | -50.00% |
Is North Bay 5 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how North Bay 5 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.
North Bay 5 Population Compared to British Columbia
British Columbia's population in 2021 was 5,000,879, spread across the area. Here's how North Bay 5 compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | North Bay 5 | British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $85,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 48.8 | 42.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 31.8% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 29.0% |
Population by Age Characteristics
North Bay 5 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 0 to 4 years old, accounting for 11.10% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 48.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
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 66.70% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 33.30% and 11.10%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in North Bay 5 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 66.70% | 66.70% | 66.70% |
| Total - Age groups of the population - 100% data | 15.00% | 30.00% | 45.00% |
| 65 years and over | 33.30% | 16.70% | 33.30% |
| 15 to 64 years | 10.00% | 20.00% | 30.00% |
| 65 years and over | 5.00% | 5.00% | 15.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 33.30% | 16.70% | 11.10% |
| 0 to 14 years | 5.00% | 5.00% | 5.00% |
Population of North Bay 5 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of North Bay 5 is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. North Bay 5 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 North Bay 5 are Irish, which accounts for 33.33% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (33.33%), Mongolian (22.22%), English (22.22%), and French (22.22%).
Other ethnicities and origins in North Bay 5 include Russian, Blackfoot, Abenaki, Moldovan, and Iroquois (Haudenosaunee).
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish | 0.00% | 40.00% | 33.33% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 50.00% | 40.00% | 33.33% |
| Mongolian | 50.00% | 0.00% | 22.22% |
| English | 50.00% | 0.00% | 22.22% |
| French | 0.00% | 0.00% | 22.22% |
| Russian | 50.00% | 0.00% | 22.22% |
| Blackfoot | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Abenaki | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Moldovan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Iroquois (Haudenosaunee) | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in North Bay 5
About 62.50% of North Bay 5's population (25 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 37.50% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 25 people (55.60% 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 North Bay 5's population profile.
About 0.0% of North Bay 5's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for North Bay 5's immigrant population are Sri Lanka (0), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | 0 |
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
0.0% of North Bay 5'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 88.9% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 15 of North Bay 5's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 25.00% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 25.00% 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 | 10 | 25.00% |
| 2 persons | 10 | 25.00% |
| 3 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
| 4 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
| 5 or more persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in North Bay 5
Of census families in North Bay 5, 33.3% are couple families and 66.7% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.2 people.
20.0% of households in North Bay 5 are one-person households, 40.0% are couple-family households, 20.0% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 5 | 20.0% |
| Couple-family households | 10 | 40.0% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 20.0% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in North Bay 5
Analyzing income distribution in North Bay 5 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within North Bay 5 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 North Bay 5 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 North Bay 5's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average North Bay 5'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 North Bay 5
This data sheds light on the distribution of North Bay 5 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.
66.70% or most of the North Bay 5 population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 66.70% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, and 0.00% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 10 | 10 | 66.70% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 10 | 10 | 10 | 66.70% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of North Bay 5's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in North Bay 5
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in North Bay 5. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in North Bay 5 is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 37.50% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in North Bay 5, 25.0% worked full year full time in the reference year, 37.5% worked part year and/or part time, and 62.5% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 10 | 25.0% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 15 | 37.5% |
| Did not work | 25 | 62.5% |
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 North Bay 5's population (around 75.00%) 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 North Bay 5 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in North Bay 5 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
North Bay 5 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (50%) works in the construction sector. The Accommodation and food services sector comes second at 50%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | 10 | 0 | 50% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 50% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 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% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where North Bay 5 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in North Bay 5: Construction (50%), Accommodation and food services (50%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%)
Top occupation categories in North Bay 5: Sales and service occupations (75%), Business, finance and administration occupations (50%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (50%)
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 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 66.70% |
| Usual place of work | 0 | 10 | 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 North Bay 5 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 North Bay 5 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of North Bay 5 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 | 66.70% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 66.70% |
| 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 North Bay 5 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 North Bay 5'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 North Bay 5. About 45 people living in the Indian reserve 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 | 45 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of North Bay 5's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 100.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 45 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 88.9% | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Nearest Indian Reserves to North Bay 5
- Switsemalph 5.1 km · 209 people
- Switsemalph 3 8.0 km · 64 people
- Scotch Creek 4 18.2 km · 30 people
- Chum Creek 2 22.0 km · 53 people
- Stequmwhulpa 5 22.7 km · 26 people
- Quaaout 1 24.8 km · 284 people
- Sahhaltkum 4 28.1 km · 316 people
- Enderby 2 29.8 km · 440 people
Frequently Asked Questions about North Bay 5
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, North Bay 5 has a population of 45 people, making it the 366th Indian reserve in British Columbia. The population declined significantly from 51 in 2016, a decrease of 6 people or 11.76%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 12.3 people per km² across a land area of 3.66 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
North Bay 5's population declined by 11.76% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 51 to 45 people, a loss of 6 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other British Columbia Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 48.80 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (50.0%) may indicate young adults leaving for larger centres. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
North Bay 5 has a population density of approximately 12.30 people per square kilometre.
North Bay 5 covers a land area of approximately 3.66 km².
The median age of the population in North Bay 5 is 48.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in North Bay 5 is Irish.
The median household income in North Bay 5 is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in North Bay 5.
Buddhist is the predominant religion in North Bay 5.
According to the 2021 Census, 55.6% of North Bay 5's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of North Bay 5's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 66.7% of census families in North Bay 5, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in North Bay 5, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of North Bay 5's population knows both English and French, based on 2021 Census data on knowledge of official languages.
Of the population aged 15 and over in North Bay 5, 25.0% worked full year full time in the 2021 Census reference year.
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.