Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Fairford 50 has a population of around 1,144 people. The Indian reserve's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Fairford 50 has decreased by ▼ -2.14%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,169 | 1,144 | --2.14% |
2026 Population Projection
Fairford 50's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 1,144 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Fairford 50 Population Trend & Context
Fairford 50 had a 2021 census population of 1,144 — a decline of 25 (▼ 2.14%) people from the 1,169 recorded in 2016.
The Indian reserve's population has seen a slight decline over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Manitoba Indian reserves. The Indian reserve's median age of 26 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Fairford 50 is around 575 while the female population is around 570.
Of the 1,144 total population in Fairford 50, the largest gender is male with around 575 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 575 | 570 | -0.87% |
Is Fairford 50 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Fairford 50 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.
Fairford 50 Population Compared to Manitoba
Manitoba's population in 2021 was 1,342,153, spread across the area. Here's how Fairford 50 compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Fairford 50 | Manitoba |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $54,400 | $79,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 19.4% | 8.3% |
| Median age | 26 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 4.0% | 25.9% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 19.7% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Fairford 50 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 12.20% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 26.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 to 14 years | 80 13.90% | 60 10.50% | 25.00% | 140 12.20% |
| 0 to 4 years | 75 13.00% | 60 10.50% | 20.00% | 135 11.80% |
| 5 to 9 years | 55 9.60% | 75 13.20% | 26.67% | 130 11.40% |
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 57.20% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 35.40% and 7.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Fairford 50 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 40.00% | 40.00% | 80.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 56.50% | 58.80% | 57.20% |
| 0 to 14 years | 37.40% | 34.20% | 35.40% |
| 65 years and over | 7.00% | 7.00% | 7.00% |
Population of Fairford 50 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Fairford 50 is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Fairford 50 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 Fairford 50 are First Nations (North American Indian), which accounts for 74.67% of the total population, followed by Ojibway (17.90%), Cree (3.49%), Anishinaabe (2.62%), and Scottish (1.75%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Fairford 50 include North American Indigenous, Saulteaux, English, Canadian, and Irish.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 72.17% | 76.99% | 74.67% |
| Ojibway | 19.13% | 17.70% | 17.90% |
| Cree | 2.61% | 3.54% | 3.49% |
| Anishinaabe | 2.61% | 2.65% | 2.62% |
| Scottish | 1.74% | 1.77% | 1.75% |
| North American Indigenous | 0.00% | 1.77% | 1.31% |
| Saulteaux | 1.74% | 1.77% | 1.31% |
| English | 1.74% | 1.77% | 1.31% |
| Canadian | 1.74% | 0.00% | 0.87% |
| Irish | 1.74% | 0.00% | 0.87% |
Indigenous Identity in Fairford 50
About 99.13% of Fairford 50's population (1,135 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 0.87% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 1,115 people (97.40% 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 Fairford 50's population profile.
About 0.0% of Fairford 50's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Fairford 50'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 Fairford 50'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), 0.9% are second generation, and 99.1% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 325 of Fairford 50'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. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 10.15% of the population. 3 persons, 1 person, and 4 persons households account for 10.15%, 8.60%, and 8.60%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 5 or more persons | 80 | 12.50% |
| 2 persons | 65 | 10.15% |
| 3 persons | 65 | 10.15% |
| 1 person | 55 | 8.60% |
| 4 persons | 55 | 8.60% |
Family and Household Structure in Fairford 50
Of census families in Fairford 50, 55.4% are couple families and 44.6% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.5 people.
15.6% of households in Fairford 50 are one-person households, 35.9% are couple-family households, 23.4% are one-parent-family households, and 10.9% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 50 | 15.6% |
| Couple-family households | 115 | 35.9% |
| One-parent-family households | 75 | 23.4% |
| Multigenerational households | 35 | 10.9% |
Income in Fairford 50
Analyzing income distribution in Fairford 50 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Fairford 50 is $22,200.
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 Fairford 50 population or around 185 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 100 and 70 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Fairford 50's median household income is $54,400, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Fairford 50's median household income is 29,600 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 Fairford 50
This data sheds light on the distribution of Fairford 50 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.
39.20% or most of the Fairford 50 population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 31.40% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, and 28.40% 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 | 120 | 85 | 200 | 39.20% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 65 | 100 | 160 | 31.40% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 70 | 75 | 145 | 28.40% |
Below national average 3.9% of Fairford 50's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Fairford 50
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Fairford 50. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Fairford 50 is at 19.35% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 34.01% |
| Unemployment rate | 19.35% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Fairford 50, 23.8% worked full year full time in the reference year, 16.3% worked part year and/or part time, and 60.5% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 175 | 23.8% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 120 | 16.3% |
| Did not work | 445 | 60.5% |
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 Fairford 50's population (around 69.40%) 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 15.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 0 | 15 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Fairford 50 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Fairford 50 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Fairford 50 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (21%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Educational services sector comes second at 18%, followed by Public administration at 16%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 15 | 50 | 21% |
| Educational services | 20 | 35 | 18% |
| Public administration | 20 | 30 | 16% |
| Construction | 35 | 0 | 11% |
| Retail trade | 20 | 10 | 10% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 10 | 3% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 10 | 3% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 10 | 0 | 0% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Fairford 50 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Fairford 50: Health care and social assistance (21%), Educational services (18%), Public administration (16%)
Top occupation categories in Fairford 50: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (29%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (23%), Sales and service occupations (18%)
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 | 85 | 110 | 200 | 81.60% |
| No fixed workplace address | 25 | 0 | 30 | 12.20% |
| Worked at home | 10 | 10 | 20 | 8.20% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Fairford 50 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 Fairford 50 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Fairford 50 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 |
|---|---|
| 15 to 29 minutes | 43.50% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 41.30% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 8.70% |
| 60 minutes and over | 4.30% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Fairford 50 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 Fairford 50'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 Fairford 50. About 1,145 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 | 1,145 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.4% of Fairford 50's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 99.6% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 1,140 | 99.6% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 5 | 0.4% |
| 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 | 86.9% | 96.9% |
| Non-official languages | 10.5% | 1.7% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Fairford 50 is predominantly Christian. About 670 of its population is Christian (330 males and 340 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 | 58.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Indian Reserves to Fairford 50
- Little Saskatchewan 48 11.7 km · 627 people
- The Narrows 49 21.0 km · 55 people
- Obushkudayang 22.2 km · 957 people
- Crane River 51 42.0 km · 438 people
- Dauphin River 48A 57.2 km · 213 people
- Ebb and Flow 52 64.1 km · 1,608 people
- Dog Creek 46 70.1 km · 899 people
- Waterhen 45 78.8 km · 476 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Fairford 50
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Fairford 50 has a population of 1,144 people, making it the 100th Indian reserve in Manitoba. The population declined moderately from 1,169 in 2016, a decrease of 25 people or 2.14%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 14.8 people per km² across a land area of 77.08 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Fairford 50's population declined by 2.14% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 1,169 to 1,144 people, a loss of 25 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Manitoba Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 26.00 years suggests a comparatively young population. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (17.2%) 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.
Fairford 50 has a population density of approximately 14.80 people per square kilometre.
Fairford 50 covers a land area of approximately 77.08 km².
The median age of the population in Fairford 50 is 26.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Fairford 50 is First Nations (North American Indian).
The median household income in Fairford 50 is $54,400, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Fairford 50.
Christian is the predominant religion in Fairford 50.
According to the 2021 Census, 99.1% of Fairford 50's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of Fairford 50's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 44.6% of census families in Fairford 50, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 10.9% of all households in Fairford 50, per the 2021 Census.
0.4% of Fairford 50'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 Fairford 50, 23.8% 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.