Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Q’alatkú7em has a population of around 50 people. The Indian reserve's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Q’alatkú7em has decreased by ▼ -37.50%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 80 | 50 | --37.50% |
2026 Population Projection
Q’alatkú7em's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 50 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Q’alatkú7em Population Trend & Context
Q’alatkú7em had a 2021 census population of 50 — a decline of 30 (▼ 37.50%) people from the 80 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 50.8 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 Q’alatkú7em is around 30 while the female population is around 25.
Of the 50 total population in Q’alatkú7em, the largest gender is male with around 30 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | 25 | -16.67% |
Is Q’alatkú7em a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Q’alatkú7em 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.
Q’alatkú7em Population Compared to British Columbia
British Columbia's population in 2021 was 5,000,879, spread across the area. Here's how Q’alatkú7em compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Q’alatkú7em | British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $85,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 50.8 | 42.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 31.8% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 29.0% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Q’alatkú7em has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 40 to 44 years old, accounting for 20.00% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 50.80.
| 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 70.00% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 10.00% and 10.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Q’alatkú7em are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 66.70% | 40.00% | 70.00% |
| Total - Age groups of the population - 100% data | 30.00% | 25.00% | 50.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 20.00% | 10.00% | 35.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 0.00% | 0.00% | 10.00% |
| 65 years and over | 0.00% | 40.00% | 10.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 0.00% | 0.00% | 5.00% |
| 65 years and over | 0.00% | 10.00% | 5.00% |
Population of Q’alatkú7em by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Q’alatkú7em is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Q’alatkú7em 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 Q’alatkú7em are First Nations (North American Indian), which accounts for 100.00% of the total population, followed by Ethiopian (0.00%), Hispanic (0.00%), Peruvian (0.00%), and Yoruba (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Q’alatkú7em include Cambodian (Khmer), Berber, Albanian, Maltese, and Macedonian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% |
| Ethiopian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Hispanic | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Peruvian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Yoruba | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Cambodian (Khmer) | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Berber | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Albanian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Maltese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Macedonian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Q’alatkú7em
About 100.00% of Q’alatkú7em's population (50 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 0.00% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 50 people (100.00% 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 Q’alatkú7em's population profile.
About 0.0% of Q’alatkú7em's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Q’alatkú7em'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 Q’alatkú7em'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 100.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 20 of Q’alatkú7em's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 30.00% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 10.00% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 10.00%, 0.00%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 15 | 30.00% |
| 1 person | 5 | 10.00% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 10.00% |
| 4 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
| 5 or more persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Q’alatkú7em
Of census families in Q’alatkú7em, 33.3% are couple families and 66.7% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.4 people.
20.0% of households in Q’alatkú7em are one-person households, 0.0% 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 | 0 | 0.0% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 20.0% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Q’alatkú7em
Analyzing income distribution in Q’alatkú7em can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Q’alatkú7em 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 Q’alatkú7em 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 Q’alatkú7em's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Q’alatkú7em'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 Q’alatkú7em
This data sheds light on the distribution of Q’alatkú7em 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.
100.00% or most of the Q’alatkú7em population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 0.00% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 20 | 10 | 30 | 100.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Q’alatkú7em's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Q’alatkú7em
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Q’alatkú7em. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Q’alatkú7em 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 Q’alatkú7em, 0.0% worked full year full time in the reference year, 0.0% worked part year and/or part time, and 100.0% 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 | 45 | 100.0% |
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 Q’alatkú7em'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 Q’alatkú7em industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Q’alatkú7em is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Q’alatkú7em 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 Q’alatkú7em residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Q’alatkú7em: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (0%), Utilities (0%)
Top occupation categories in Q’alatkú7em: 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 Q’alatkú7em 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 Q’alatkú7em residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Q’alatkú7em 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 Q’alatkú7em 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 Q’alatkú7em'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 Q’alatkú7em. 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 Q’alatkú7em'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 | 100.0% | 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 Q’alatkú7em
- Paqulh 7.9 km
- Sachteen 9.4 km · 5 people
- Skookumchuck 4 15.1 km · 30 people
- Mount Currie 27.9 km · 1,242 people
- Nesuch 3 29.3 km · 95 people
- Stony Creek 1 30.9 km · 323 people
- Tipella 7 38.3 km
- Douglas 8 42.9 km · 66 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Q’alatkú7em
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Q’alatkú7em has a population of 50 people, making it the 360th Indian reserve in British Columbia. The population declined significantly from 80 in 2016, a decrease of 30 people or 37.50%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 162.0 people per km² across a land area of 0.31 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Q’alatkú7em's population declined by 37.50% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 80 to 50 people, a loss of 30 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other British Columbia Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 50.80 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Q’alatkú7em has a population density of approximately 162.00 people per square kilometre.
Q’alatkú7em covers a land area of approximately 0.31 km².
The median age of the population in Q’alatkú7em is 50.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Q’alatkú7em is First Nations (North American Indian).
The median household income in Q’alatkú7em is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Q’alatkú7em.
Buddhist is the predominant religion in Q’alatkú7em.
According to the 2021 Census, 100.0% of Q’alatkú7em's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of Q’alatkú7em's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 100.0% of census families in Q’alatkú7em, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Q’alatkú7em, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Q’alatkú7em'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 Q’alatkú7em, 0.0% 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.