Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Redstone Flat 1 has a population of around 181 people. The Indian reserve's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Redstone Flat 1 has decreased by ▼ -7.65%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 196 | 181 | --7.65% |
2026 Population Projection
Redstone Flat 1's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 181 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Redstone Flat 1 Population Trend & Context
Redstone Flat 1 had a 2021 census population of 181 — a decline of 15 (▼ 7.65%) people from the 196 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 36 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Redstone Flat 1 is around 100 while the female population is around 85.
Of the 181 total population in Redstone Flat 1, the largest gender is male with around 100 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 85 | -15.00% |
Is Redstone Flat 1 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Redstone Flat 1 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.
Redstone Flat 1 Population Compared to British Columbia
British Columbia's population in 2021 was 5,000,879, spread across the area. Here's how Redstone Flat 1 compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Redstone Flat 1 | British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $85,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 35.7% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 36 | 42.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 5.3% | 31.8% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 29.0% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Redstone Flat 1 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 11.10% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 36.00.
| 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 69.40% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 19.40% and 13.90%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Redstone Flat 1 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 60.00% | 70.60% | 69.40% |
| 0 to 14 years | 20.00% | 15.00% | 35.00% |
| 65 years and over | 15.00% | 5.00% | 25.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 20.00% | 17.60% | 19.40% |
| 65 years and over | 15.00% | 5.90% | 13.90% |
Population of Redstone Flat 1 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Redstone Flat 1 is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Redstone Flat 1 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 Redstone Flat 1 are Cree, which accounts for 5.56% of the total population, followed by Chilean (5.56%), Argentinian (0.00%), Estonian (0.00%), and Kurdish (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Redstone Flat 1 include Fijian, Jatt, North American, Coptic, and Thai.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cree | 0.00% | 0.00% | 5.56% |
| Chilean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 5.56% |
| Argentinian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Estonian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Kurdish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Fijian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Jatt | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| North American | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Coptic | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Thai | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Redstone Flat 1
About 100.00% of Redstone Flat 1's population (180 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 0.00% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 175 people (97.20% 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 Redstone Flat 1's population profile.
About 0.0% of Redstone Flat 1's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Redstone Flat 1's immigrant population are Afghanistan (0), Iran (0), Iraq (0), Lebanon (0), Syria (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Afghanistan | 0 |
| Iran | 0 |
| Iraq | 0 |
| Lebanon | 0 |
| Syria | 0 |
0.0% of Redstone Flat 1'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 97.2% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 45 of Redstone Flat 1's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 5 or more persons household.
Household Size
About 12.50% of the population lives in 5 or more persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 8.35% of the population. 2 persons, 4 persons, and 3 persons households account for 8.35%, 8.35%, and 4.15%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 5 or more persons | 15 | 12.50% |
| 1 person | 10 | 8.35% |
| 2 persons | 10 | 8.35% |
| 4 persons | 10 | 8.35% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 4.15% |
Family and Household Structure in Redstone Flat 1
Of census families in Redstone Flat 1, 70.0% are couple families and 30.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.1 people.
16.7% of households in Redstone Flat 1 are one-person households, 41.7% are couple-family households, 8.3% are one-parent-family households, and 16.7% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 10 | 16.7% |
| Couple-family households | 25 | 41.7% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 8.3% |
| Multigenerational households | 10 | 16.7% |
Income in Redstone Flat 1
Analyzing income distribution in Redstone Flat 1 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Redstone Flat 1 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 Redstone Flat 1 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 Redstone Flat 1's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Redstone Flat 1'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 Redstone Flat 1
This data sheds light on the distribution of Redstone Flat 1 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.
52.60% or most of the Redstone Flat 1 population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 31.60% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 15.80% 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 | 30 | 25 | 50 | 52.60% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 10 | 15 | 30 | 31.60% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 10 | 15 | 15.80% |
Below national average 10.5% of Redstone Flat 1's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Redstone Flat 1
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Redstone Flat 1. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Redstone Flat 1 is at 35.71% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 31.03% |
| Unemployment rate | 35.71% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Redstone Flat 1, 13.8% worked full year full time in the reference year, 24.1% worked part year and/or part time, and 58.6% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 20 | 13.8% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 35 | 24.1% |
| Did not work | 85 | 58.6% |
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 Redstone Flat 1's population (around 57.10%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the Indian reserve, there are 10 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Redstone Flat 1 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Redstone Flat 1 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Redstone Flat 1 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (29%) works in the public administration sector. The Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector comes second at 14%, followed by Construction at 14%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 10 | 10 | 29% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 10 | 0 | 14% |
| Construction | 10 | 0 | 14% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 0 | 14% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 14% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 10 | 14% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 10 | 14% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale 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% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Redstone Flat 1 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Redstone Flat 1: Public administration (29%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (14%), Construction (14%)
Top occupation categories in Redstone Flat 1: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (21%), Business, finance and administration occupations (14%), Health occupations (14%)
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 | 15 | 20 | 35 | 77.80% |
| No fixed workplace address | 10 | 0 | 15 | 33.30% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Redstone Flat 1 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 Redstone Flat 1 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Redstone Flat 1 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 | 70.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 20.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Redstone Flat 1 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 Redstone Flat 1'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 Redstone Flat 1. About 180 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 | 180 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Redstone Flat 1'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 | 180 | 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 | 55.6% | 69.4% |
| Non-official languages | 41.7% | 30.6% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Redstone Flat 1 is predominantly Christian. About 55 of its population is Christian (30 males and 20 females).
The second largest religion in the Indian reserve 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 | 30.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Redstone Flat 1
Schools
Nearest Indian Reserves to Redstone Flat 1
- Michel Gardens 36 2.8 km · 5 people
- Puntzi Lake 2 10.2 km · 5 people
- Agats Meadow 8 22.0 km
- Alexis Creek 16 24.9 km
- Alexis Creek 14 25.4 km · 5 people
- Charley Boy's Meadow 3 25.5 km
- Alexis Creek 21 28.9 km
- Alexis Creek 34 45.0 km
Frequently Asked Questions about Redstone Flat 1
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Redstone Flat 1 has a population of 181 people, making it the 258th Indian reserve in British Columbia. The population declined significantly from 196 in 2016, a decrease of 15 people or 7.65%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 52.5 people per km² across a land area of 3.45 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Redstone Flat 1's population declined by 7.65% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 196 to 181 people, a loss of 15 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other British Columbia Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 36.00 years suggests a relatively balanced demographic profile. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (16.7%) 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.
Redstone Flat 1 has a population density of approximately 52.50 people per square kilometre.
Redstone Flat 1 covers a land area of approximately 3.45 km².
The median age of the population in Redstone Flat 1 is 36.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Redstone Flat 1 is Cree.
The median household income in Redstone Flat 1 is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Redstone Flat 1.
Christian is the predominant religion in Redstone Flat 1.
According to the 2021 Census, 100.0% of Redstone Flat 1's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of Redstone Flat 1's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 30.0% of census families in Redstone Flat 1, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 16.7% of all households in Redstone Flat 1, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Redstone Flat 1'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 Redstone Flat 1, 13.8% 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.