Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B has a population of around 278 people. The indian reserve's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B has increased by 612.82%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 39 | 278 | +612.82% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 48.11% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B's population is projected to reach approximately 1,982 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 2,022.45 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 278 | 1,982 | 2,022.45 |
This projection is an estimate calculated by CAPopulation from the compound annual growth rate between the 2016 and 2021 censuses. Official 2026 complete census data expected to be released in late 2027.
Population By Genders
The male population of Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B is around 155 while the female population is around 125.
Of the 278 total population in Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B, the largest gender is male with around 155 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 155 | 125 | +19.35% |
Is Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B 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.
Other Indian Reserves Near Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B
- Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21C (2.8 km)
- Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21A (3.7 km)
- Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21D (4.9 km)
- Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21I (7.4 km)
- Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21N (11.4 km)
- Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21E (12.6 km)
- Moose Lake 31G (54.2 km)
- Moose Lake 31D (56.9 km)
- Moose Lake 31A (59.3 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 16.10% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 40.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 to 14 years | 25 16.10% | 20 16.00% | 20.00% | 45 16.10% |
| 20 to 24 years | 20 12.90% | 20 16.00% | 0.00% | 40 14.30% |
| Median age of the population | 38 37.60% | 42 42.40% | 11.79% | 40 40.00% |
| Average age of the population | 37 36.80% | 39 38.80% | 5.15% | 38 37.60% |
| 60 to 64 years | 10 6.50% | 25 20.00% | 60.00% | 35 12.50% |
| 50 to 54 years | 5 3.20% | 20 16.00% | 75.00% | 25 8.90% |
| 55 to 59 years | 20 12.90% | 10 8.00% | 50.00% | 25 8.90% |
| 5 to 9 years | 10 6.50% | 10 8.00% | 0.00% | 20 7.10% |
| 45 to 49 years | 10 6.50% | 10 8.00% | 0.00% | 20 7.10% |
| 35 to 39 years | 5 3.20% | 5 4.00% | 0.00% | 15 5.40% |
| 0 to 4 years | 10 6.50% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 10 3.60% |
| 80 to 84 years | 10 6.50% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 10 3.60% |
| 15 to 19 years | 5 3.20% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 1.80% |
| 40 to 44 years | 0 0.00% | 5 4.00% | 100.00% | 5 1.80% |
| 65 to 69 years | 5 3.20% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 1.80% |
| 75 to 79 years | 5 3.20% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 1.80% |
| 25 to 29 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 30 to 34 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 70 to 74 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
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 64.30% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 15 to 64 years, account for 26.80% and 64.30%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
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Population of Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the province appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in the province are Cree, which accounts for 66.07% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (17.86%), Canadian (8.93%), French (7.14%), and Irish (3.57%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Ukrainian, Norwegian, Romanian, Egyptian, and Latin, Central or South American.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cree | 64.52% | 65.38% | 66.07% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 19.35% | 11.54% | 17.86% |
| Canadian | 6.45% | 11.54% | 8.93% |
| French | 6.45% | 7.69% | 7.14% |
| Irish | 6.45% | 0.00% | 3.57% |
| Ukrainian | 0.00% | 7.69% | 3.57% |
| Norwegian | 6.45% | 0.00% | 3.57% |
| Romanian | 0.00% | 7.69% | 3.57% |
| Egyptian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Latin, Central or South American | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B's population profile.
About 0.0% of Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B'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 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 45 of Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 20.60% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 5 or more persons households ranked second, accounting for 14.70% of the population. 1 person, 3 persons, and 4 persons households account for 8.80%, 5.90%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 35 | 20.60% |
| 5 or more persons | 25 | 14.70% |
| 1 person | 15 | 8.80% |
| 3 persons | 10 | 5.90% |
| 4 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Income in Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B
Analyzing income distribution in Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B is $37,200.
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 Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B population or around 55 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 35 and 15 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B's median household income is $87,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B's median household income is 3,000 dollars above 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 Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B
This data sheds light on the distribution of Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B 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.
59.55% or most of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 34.95% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, 17.80% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.65% has High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 80 | 120 | 200 | 59.55% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 70 | 50 | 120 | 34.95% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 10 | 45 | 60 | 17.80% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 10 | 10 | 15 | 3.65% |
Below national average 17.8% of Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Newfoundland and Labrador is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 51.22% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
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 Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B's population (around 100.00%) 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 Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (38%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Public administration sector comes second at 24%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 14%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 10 | 30 | 38% |
| Public administration | 25 | 0 | 24% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 15 | 0 | 14% |
| Retail trade | 10 | 0 | 10% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 10 | 10% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 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% |
| 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% |
| Educational services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B: Health care and social assistance (38%), Public administration (24%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (14%)
Top occupation categories in Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B: Business, finance and administration occupations (29%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (29%), 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 | 40 | 20 | 55 | 52.40% |
| No fixed workplace address | 25 | 15 | 45 | 42.90% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 10 | 10 | 9.50% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B 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 Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B 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 | 57.90% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 21.10% |
| 60 minutes and over | 15.80% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21Bshed 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 Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B'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 Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B. About 280 people living in the province 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 | 280 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 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 | 73.2% | 92.9% |
| Non-official languages | 8.9% | 7.1% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B is predominantly Christian. About 190 of its population is Christian (105 males and 105 females).
The second largest religion in the province 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 | 67.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions about Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B
According to the 2021 census, Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B has a population of approximately 278 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B increased by 612.82%.
Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B has a population density of approximately 284.90 people per square kilometre.
Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B covers a land area of approximately 0.98 km².
The median age of the population in Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B is 40.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B is Cree.
The median household income in Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B is $87,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B.
Christian is the predominant religion in Opaskwayak Cree Nation 21B.
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.