Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Fisher River 44A has a population of around 44 people. The Indian reserve's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Fisher River 44A has decreased by ▼ -24.14%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 58 | 44 | --24.14% |
2026 Population Projection
Fisher River 44A's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 44 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Fisher River 44A Population Trend & Context
Fisher River 44A had a 2021 census population of 44 — a decline of 14 (▼ 24.14%) people from the 58 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 27.2 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Fisher River 44A is around 25 while the female population is around 20.
Of the 44 total population in Fisher River 44A, the largest gender is male with around 25 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 25 | 20 | -20.00% |
Is Fisher River 44A a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Fisher River 44A 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.
Fisher River 44A Population Compared to Manitoba
Manitoba's population in 2021 was 1,342,153, spread across the area. Here's how Fisher River 44A compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Fisher River 44A | Manitoba |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $79,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 50.0% | 8.3% |
| Median age | 27.2 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 25.9% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 19.7% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Fisher River 44A has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 22.20% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 27.20.
| 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 66.70% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 22.20% and 0.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Fisher River 44A are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 80.00% | 75.00% | 66.70% |
| Total - Age groups of the population - 100% data | 25.00% | 20.00% | 45.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 20.00% | 15.00% | 30.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 20.00% | 25.00% | 22.20% |
| 0 to 14 years | 5.00% | 5.00% | 10.00% |
| 65 years and over | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| 65 years and over | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Population of Fisher River 44A by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Fisher River 44A is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Fisher River 44A 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 Fisher River 44A are Cree, which accounts for 62.50% of the total population, followed by Scottish (25.00%), First Nations (North American Indian) (25.00%), Ojibway (25.00%), and Tajik (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Fisher River 44A include Amhara, Paraguayan, Canadian, English, and Irish.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cree | 60.00% | 50.00% | 62.50% |
| Scottish | 40.00% | 0.00% | 25.00% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 0.00% | 50.00% | 25.00% |
| Ojibway | 40.00% | 50.00% | 25.00% |
| Tajik | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Amhara | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Paraguayan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Canadian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| English | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Irish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Fisher River 44A
About 100.00% of Fisher River 44A's population (40 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 0.00% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 40 people (88.90% 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 Fisher River 44A's population profile.
About 0.0% of Fisher River 44A's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Fisher River 44A'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 Fisher River 44A'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 10 of Fisher River 44A's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 4 persons household.
Household Size
About 25.00% of the population lives in 4 persons households. 5 or more persons households ranked second, accounting for 25.00% of the population. 1 person, 2 persons, and 3 persons households account for 0.00%, 0.00%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 4 persons | 5 | 25.00% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 25.00% |
| 1 person | 0 | 0.00% |
| 2 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
| 3 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Fisher River 44A
Of census families in Fisher River 44A, 50.0% are couple families and 50.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.8 people.
0.0% of households in Fisher River 44A are one-person households, 0.0% are couple-family households, 33.3% are one-parent-family households, and 33.3% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 0 | 0.0% |
| Couple-family households | 0 | 0.0% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 33.3% |
| Multigenerational households | 5 | 33.3% |
Income in Fisher River 44A
Analyzing income distribution in Fisher River 44A can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Fisher River 44A 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 Fisher River 44A 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 Fisher River 44A's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Fisher River 44A'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 Fisher River 44A
This data sheds light on the distribution of Fisher River 44A 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.
60.00% or most of the Fisher River 44A population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 40.00% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 0.00% has a No 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 10 | 15 | 60.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 10 | 0 | 10 | 40.00% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Fisher River 44A's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Fisher River 44A
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Fisher River 44A. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Fisher River 44A is at 40.00% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 50.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 40.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Fisher River 44A, 33.3% worked full year full time in the reference year, 33.3% worked part year and/or part time, and 66.7% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 10 | 33.3% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 10 | 33.3% |
| Did not work | 20 | 66.7% |
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 Fisher River 44A's population (around 75.00%) 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 Fisher River 44A industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Fisher River 44A is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Fisher River 44A has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (50%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Public administration sector comes second at 50%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 10 | 0 | 50% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 50% |
| 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 | 10 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 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 Fisher River 44A residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Fisher River 44A: Health care and social assistance (50%), Public administration (50%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%)
Top occupation categories in Fisher River 44A: Sales and service occupations (50%), Legislative and senior management occupations (0%), Business, finance and administration 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 10 | 10 | 15 | 100.00% |
| 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% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Fisher River 44A 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 Fisher River 44A residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Fisher River 44A 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 | 66.70% |
| Less than 15 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 Fisher River 44A 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 Fisher River 44A'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 Fisher River 44A. About 40 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 | 40 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Fisher River 44A'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 | 40 | 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
Fisher River 44A is predominantly Christian. About 10 of its population is Christian (10 males and 10 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 | 22.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Indian Reserves to Fisher River 44A
- Peguis 1B 12.1 km · 3,053 people
- Fisher River 44 14.4 km · 1,449 people
- Jackhead 43 58.1 km · 267 people
- Dauphin River 48A 71.0 km · 213 people
- Bloodvein 12 72.6 km · 640 people
- The Narrows 49 75.1 km · 55 people
- Little Saskatchewan 48 78.4 km · 627 people
- Obushkudayang 79.5 km · 957 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Fisher River 44A
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Fisher River 44A has a population of 44 people, making it the 162nd Indian reserve in Manitoba. The population declined significantly from 58 in 2016, a decrease of 14 people or 24.14%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 5.8 people per km² across a land area of 7.59 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Fisher River 44A's population declined by 24.14% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 58 to 44 people, a loss of 14 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Manitoba Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 27.20 years suggests a comparatively young population. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (0.0%) 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.
Fisher River 44A has a population density of approximately 5.80 people per square kilometre.
Fisher River 44A covers a land area of approximately 7.59 km².
The median age of the population in Fisher River 44A is 27.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Fisher River 44A is Cree.
The median household income in Fisher River 44A is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Fisher River 44A.
Christian is the predominant religion in Fisher River 44A.
According to the 2021 Census, 88.9% of Fisher River 44A's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of Fisher River 44A's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 50.0% of census families in Fisher River 44A, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 33.3% of all households in Fisher River 44A, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Fisher River 44A'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 Fisher River 44A, 33.3% 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.