Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Brokenhead 4 has a population of around 434 people. The Indian reserve's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Brokenhead 4 has decreased by ▼ -15.89%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 516 | 434 | --15.89% |
2026 Population Projection
Brokenhead 4's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 434 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Brokenhead 4 Population Trend & Context
Brokenhead 4 had a 2021 census population of 434 — a decline of 82 (▼ 15.89%) people from the 516 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 32.4 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Brokenhead 4 is around 225 while the female population is around 210.
Of the 434 total population in Brokenhead 4, the largest gender is male with around 225 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 225 | 210 | -6.67% |
Is Brokenhead 4 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Brokenhead 4 compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Manitoba, 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.
Brokenhead 4 Population Compared to Manitoba
Manitoba's population in 2021 was 1,342,153, spread across the area. Here's how Brokenhead 4 compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Brokenhead 4 | Manitoba |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $55,600 | $79,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 16.7% | 8.3% |
| Median age | 32.4 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 7.2% | 25.9% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 19.7% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Brokenhead 4 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 15 to 19 years old, accounting for 9.20% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 32.40.
| 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 67.80% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 24.10% and 9.20%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Brokenhead 4 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 66.70% | 69.00% | 67.80% |
| 65 years and over | 20.00% | 20.00% | 40.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 24.40% | 23.80% | 24.10% |
| 65 years and over | 8.90% | 9.50% | 9.20% |
Population of Brokenhead 4 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Brokenhead 4 is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Brokenhead 4 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 Brokenhead 4 are Ojibway, which accounts for 47.13% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (35.63%), Cree (6.90%), Scottish (4.60%), and Swedish (4.60%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Brokenhead 4 include Anishinaabe, French, German, Ukrainian, and North American Indigenous.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ojibway | 50.00% | 45.24% | 47.13% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 34.09% | 38.10% | 35.63% |
| Cree | 9.09% | 7.14% | 6.90% |
| Scottish | 4.55% | 0.00% | 4.60% |
| Swedish | 0.00% | 4.76% | 4.60% |
| Anishinaabe | 4.55% | 4.76% | 3.45% |
| French | 0.00% | 4.76% | 3.45% |
| German | 6.82% | 0.00% | 3.45% |
| Ukrainian | 4.55% | 0.00% | 3.45% |
| North American Indigenous | 4.55% | 4.76% | 3.45% |
Indigenous Identity in Brokenhead 4
About 96.55% of Brokenhead 4's population (420 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 3.45% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 395 people (90.80% 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 Brokenhead 4's population profile.
About 0.0% of Brokenhead 4's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Brokenhead 4's immigrant population are United States of America (0), Bosnia and Herzegovina (0), Croatia (0), France (0), Germany (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United States of America | 0 |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 0 |
| Croatia | 0 |
| France | 0 |
| Germany | 0 |
0.0% of Brokenhead 4'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), 2.3% are second generation, and 96.6% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 135 of Brokenhead 4's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 14.50% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 12.90% of the population. 3 persons, 5 or more persons, and 4 persons households account for 8.05%, 8.05%, and 6.45%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 45 | 14.50% |
| 1 person | 40 | 12.90% |
| 3 persons | 25 | 8.05% |
| 5 or more persons | 25 | 8.05% |
| 4 persons | 20 | 6.45% |
Family and Household Structure in Brokenhead 4
Of census families in Brokenhead 4, 56.5% are couple families and 43.5% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.1 people.
25.8% of households in Brokenhead 4 are one-person households, 32.3% are couple-family households, 22.6% are one-parent-family households, and 6.5% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 40 | 25.8% |
| Couple-family households | 50 | 32.3% |
| One-parent-family households | 35 | 22.6% |
| Multigenerational households | 10 | 6.5% |
Income in Brokenhead 4
Analyzing income distribution in Brokenhead 4 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Brokenhead 4 is $28,200.
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 Brokenhead 4 population or around 70 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 55 and 45 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Brokenhead 4's median household income is $55,600, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Brokenhead 4's median household income is 28,400 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 Brokenhead 4
This data sheds light on the distribution of Brokenhead 4 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.
43.20% or most of the Brokenhead 4 population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 36.40% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, and 22.70% 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 | 60 | 35 | 95 | 43.20% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 30 | 50 | 80 | 36.40% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 25 | 20 | 50 | 22.70% |
Below national average 6.8% of Brokenhead 4's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Brokenhead 4
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Brokenhead 4. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Brokenhead 4 is at 16.67% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 45.45% |
| Unemployment rate | 16.67% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Brokenhead 4, 28.8% worked full year full time in the reference year, 21.2% worked part year and/or part time, and 50.0% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 95 | 28.8% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 70 | 21.2% |
| Did not work | 165 | 50.0% |
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 Brokenhead 4's population (around 64.90%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the Indian reserve, there are 0 men and 10 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 10 | 10 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Brokenhead 4 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Brokenhead 4 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Brokenhead 4 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (22%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Public administration sector comes second at 16%, followed by Retail trade at 11%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 15 | 25 | 22% |
| Public administration | 20 | 15 | 16% |
| Retail trade | 10 | 0 | 11% |
| Educational services | 10 | 10 | 11% |
| Construction | 15 | 0 | 8% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 10 | 10 | 5% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 10 | 5% |
| 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% |
| 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 | 10 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Brokenhead 4 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Brokenhead 4: Health care and social assistance (22%), Public administration (16%), Retail trade (11%)
Top occupation categories in Brokenhead 4: Sales and service occupations (30%), Business, finance and administration occupations (16%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (16%)
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 | 55 | 60 | 110 | 73.30% |
| No fixed workplace address | 25 | 0 | 25 | 16.70% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 10 | 15 | 10.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Brokenhead 4 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 Brokenhead 4 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Brokenhead 4 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% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 11.10% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 7.40% |
| 60 minutes and over | 7.40% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Brokenhead 4 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 Brokenhead 4'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 Brokenhead 4. About 430 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 | 430 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 1.1% of Brokenhead 4's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 98.9% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 430 | 98.9% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 5 | 1.1% |
| 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 | 93.1% | 96.6% |
| Non-official languages | 4.6% | 2.3% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Brokenhead 4 is predominantly Christian. About 130 of its population is Christian (75 males and 55 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 | 29.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Brokenhead 4
Schools
Community Centres
Nearest Indian Reserves to Brokenhead 4
- Fort Alexander 3 40.9 km · 2,127 people
- Black River 9 59.3 km · 498 people
- Peguis 1B 126.3 km · 3,053 people
- Roseau Rapids 2A 128.7 km · 100 people
- Dakota Tipi 1 130.8 km · 226 people
- Fisher River 44 131.1 km · 1,449 people
- Fisher River 44A 135.2 km · 44 people
- Roseau River 2 138.2 km · 564 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Brokenhead 4
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Brokenhead 4 has a population of 434 people, making it the 134th Indian reserve in Manitoba. The population declined significantly from 516 in 2016, a decrease of 82 people or 15.89%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 7.9 people per km² across a land area of 54.95 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Brokenhead 4's population declined by 15.89% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 516 to 434 people, a loss of 82 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Manitoba Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 32.40 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.
Brokenhead 4 has a population density of approximately 7.90 people per square kilometre.
Brokenhead 4 covers a land area of approximately 54.95 km².
The median age of the population in Brokenhead 4 is 32.40 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Brokenhead 4 is Ojibway.
The median household income in Brokenhead 4 is $55,600, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Brokenhead 4.
Christian is the predominant religion in Brokenhead 4.
According to the 2021 Census, 96.6% of Brokenhead 4's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of Brokenhead 4's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 45.5% of census families in Brokenhead 4, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 6.5% of all households in Brokenhead 4, per the 2021 Census.
1.1% of Brokenhead 4'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 Brokenhead 4, 28.8% 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.