Bloodvein 12, Manitoba Population & Demographics: Is It a Good Place to Live?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Bloodvein 12 census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Bloodvein 12. It is an Indian reserve in Canada that encompasses a land area of 15.73 km2. The Indian reserve has a population density of 40.70 people per km2.

We highlight the Bloodvein 12 Indian reserve's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

Bloodvein 12 on the Map

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Bloodvein 12 has a population of around 640 people. The Indian reserve's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Bloodvein 12 has decreased by ▼ -6.84%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
687640 --6.84%

2026 Population Projection

Bloodvein 12's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 640 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Bloodvein 12 Population Trend & Context

Bloodvein 12 had a 2021 census population of 640 — a decline of 47 (▼ 6.84%) people from the 687 recorded in 2016.

The Indian reserve's population has declined noticeably over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Manitoba Indian reserves. The Indian reserve's median age of 23.4 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.

Population By Genders

The male population of Bloodvein 12 is around 310 while the female population is around 335.

Of the 640 total population in Bloodvein 12, the largest gender is female with around 335 female within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
310335 -7.46%

Is Bloodvein 12 a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Bloodvein 12 compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Manitoba, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Employment & Economy

15.0%
Unemployment rate
6.7 pts above the province
21.5%
Employment rate
37.6 pts below the province
25.3%
Participation rate
39.1 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$44,800
Median household income
$34,700 below the province
46.0%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
31.8 pts above the province

Commute

93.3%
Commute under 30 minutes
20.1 pts above the province
80.0%
Commute by car
6.1 pts below the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
5.7 pts below the province

Housing Character

81.6%
Single-detached houses
15.2 pts above the province
0.0%
Apartments (any building size)
24.3 pts below the province

Household Composition

3.30 people
Average household size
0.80people above the province
28.2%
One-person households
About the same as the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Bloodvein 12 Population Compared to Manitoba

Manitoba's population in 2021 was 1,342,153, spread across the area. Here's how Bloodvein 12 compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:

IndicatorBloodvein 12Manitoba
Median household income$44,800$79,500
Unemployment rate15.0%8.3%
Median age23.438.4
Bachelor's degree or higher3.0%25.9%
Immigrants (%)0.0%19.7%

Population by Age Characteristics

Bloodvein 12 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 5 to 9 years old, accounting for 14.10% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 23.40.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal

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 58.60% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 38.30% and 3.10%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Bloodvein 12 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

DataMaleFemaleTotal
15 to 64 years61.30%55.20%58.60%
0 to 14 years35.50%41.80%38.30%
65 years and over10.00%15.00%20.00%
65 years and over3.20%4.50%3.10%

Population of Bloodvein 12 by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Bloodvein 12 is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Bloodvein 12 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 Bloodvein 12 are Ojibway, which accounts for 49.22% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (40.63%), Cree (5.47%), North American Indigenous (2.34%), and German (1.56%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Bloodvein 12 include Dene, Mayan, Honduran, Cherokee, and Qalipu Mi'kmaq.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Ojibway52.46%47.76%49.22%
First Nations (North American Indian)37.70%43.28%40.63%
Cree4.92%5.97%5.47%
North American Indigenous0.00%2.99%2.34%
German0.00%0.00%1.56%
Dene0.00%2.99%1.56%
Mayan0.00%0.00%0.00%
Honduran0.00%0.00%0.00%
Cherokee0.00%0.00%0.00%
Qalipu Mi'kmaq0.00%0.00%0.00%

Indigenous Identity in Bloodvein 12

About 98.44% of Bloodvein 12's population (630 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 1.56% who report a non-Indigenous identity.

Of the Indigenous population, 630 people (97.70% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.

Indigenous identity
98.44%
Non-Indigenous identity
1.56%

Immigration Profile

Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Bloodvein 12's population profile.

About 0.0% of Bloodvein 12's population are immigrants (0 people).

The top countries of origin for Bloodvein 12's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0
Guyana0
Haiti0

0.0% of Bloodvein 12's residents (0 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.

By generation status, 1.6% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 0.0% are second generation, and 98.4% are third generation or more.

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 155 of Bloodvein 12's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.

Household Size

About 14.10% of the population lives in 1 person households. 5 or more persons households ranked second, accounting for 14.10% of the population. 2 persons, 3 persons, and 4 persons households account for 8.95%, 7.70%, and 5.15%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
1 person5514.10%
5 or more persons5514.10%
2 persons358.95%
3 persons307.70%
4 persons205.15%

Family and Household Structure in Bloodvein 12

Of census families in Bloodvein 12, 48.4% are couple families and 51.6% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.5 people.

Couple families
48.39%
One-parent families
51.61%

28.2% of households in Bloodvein 12 are one-person households, 30.8% are couple-family households, 17.9% are one-parent-family households, and 10.3% are multigenerational households.

Household TypeHouseholdsPercentage
One-person households5528.2%
Couple-family households6030.8%
One-parent-family households3517.9%
Multigenerational households2010.3%

Income in Bloodvein 12

Analyzing income distribution in Bloodvein 12 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Bloodvein 12 is $22,000.

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 Bloodvein 12 population or around 115 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 50 and 30 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Bloodvein 12's median household income is $44,800, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Bloodvein 12's median household income is 39,200 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 Bloodvein 12

This data sheds light on the distribution of Bloodvein 12 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.

77.20% or most of the Bloodvein 12 population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 12.30% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 10.50% 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.)

Population aged 25 to 64 years, using 25% sample data. Individual values may not sum exactly to totals due to Statistics Canada's random rounding.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
No certificate, diploma or degree11510022077.20%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate15203512.30%
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree15203010.50%

Below national average 3.5% of Bloodvein 12's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Bloodvein 12

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Bloodvein 12. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Bloodvein 12 is at 15.00% which is very high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate21.52%
Unemployment rate15.00%

Work Activity During the Reference Year

Of the population aged 15 and over in Bloodvein 12, 16.5% worked full year full time in the reference year, 10.1% worked part year and/or part time, and 72.2% did not work.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work ActivityPopulationPercentage
Worked full year full time6516.5%
Worked part year and/or part time4010.1%
Did not work28572.2%

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 Bloodvein 12's population (around 70.00%) 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 10.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed0010

Employment Industry Sectors

The Bloodvein 12 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Bloodvein 12 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Bloodvein 12 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (20%) works in the educational services sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 15%, followed by Public administration at 15%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Educational services101020%
Health care and social assistance01015%
Public administration101015%
Utilities10010%
Construction10010%
Retail trade01010%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services0010%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting000%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Manufacturing000%
Wholesale trade000%
Transportation and warehousing10100%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Professional, scientific and technical services000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%
Accommodation and food services000%
Other services (except public administration)000%

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Bloodvein 12 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Bloodvein 12: Educational services (20%), Health care and social assistance (15%), Public administration (15%)

Top occupation categories in Bloodvein 12: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (20%), Sales and service occupations (20%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (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.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work30356070.60%
Worked at home001517.60%
No fixed workplace address1001011.80%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Bloodvein 12 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 Bloodvein 12 residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Bloodvein 12 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.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
Less than 15 minutes80.00%
15 to 29 minutes13.30%
30 to 44 minutes0.00%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%
60 minutes and over0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Bloodvein 12 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 Bloodvein 12's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
37.50%
Married or living common-law
62.50%

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 Bloodvein 12. About 640 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.

LanguagePopulation
English640
French0
English and French0
Neither English nor French0

Knowledge of Official Languages

About 0.0% of Bloodvein 12'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 LanguagesPopulationPercentage
English only640100.0%
French only00.0%
English and French00.0%
Neither English nor French00.0%

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.

LanguageMother TongueSpoken Most Often at Home
English85.2%87.5%
Non-official languages5.5%4.7%
French0.0%0.0%

Religion

Bloodvein 12 is predominantly Christian. About 105 of its population is Christian (40 males and 70 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.

ReligionPopulation
Christian16.4%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Points of Interest in Bloodvein 12

Schools

Community Centres

Nearest Indian Reserves to Bloodvein 12

Frequently Asked Questions about Bloodvein 12

According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Bloodvein 12 has a population of 640 people, making it the 120th Indian reserve in Manitoba. The population declined significantly from 687 in 2016, a decrease of 47 people or 6.84%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 40.7 people per km² across a land area of 15.73 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.

Bloodvein 12's population declined by 6.84% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 687 to 640 people, a loss of 47 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Manitoba Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 23.40 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.

Bloodvein 12 has a population density of approximately 40.70 people per square kilometre.

Bloodvein 12 covers a land area of approximately 15.73 km².

The median age of the population in Bloodvein 12 is 23.40 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Bloodvein 12 is Ojibway.

The median household income in Bloodvein 12 is $44,800, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Bloodvein 12.

Christian is the predominant religion in Bloodvein 12.

According to the 2021 Census, 97.7% of Bloodvein 12's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.

0.0% of Bloodvein 12's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.

One-parent families make up 53.3% of census families in Bloodvein 12, according to the 2021 Census.

Multigenerational households make up 10.3% of all households in Bloodvein 12, per the 2021 Census.

0.0% of Bloodvein 12'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 Bloodvein 12, 16.5% 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.