Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Couchiching 16A has a population of around 633 people. The Indian reserve's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Couchiching 16A has decreased by ▼ -21.85%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 810 | 633 | --21.85% |
2026 Population Projection
Couchiching 16A's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 633 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Couchiching 16A Population Trend & Context
Couchiching 16A is the 328th-largest Indian reserve in Ontario, with a 2021 census population of 633 — a decline of 177 (▼ 21.85%) people from the 810 recorded in 2016.
The Indian reserve's population has declined noticeably over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Ontario Indian reserves. The Indian reserve's median age of 36 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
How does Couchiching 16A compare to other Ontario Indian reserves?
- Oil Springs: 647 (2021)
- Westport: 634 (2021)
- Couchiching 16A: 633 (2021) ← 328th largest
- Whitefish Bay 32A: 610 (2021)
- New Credit [Part] 40A: 609 (2021)
Population By Genders
The male population of Couchiching 16A is around 300 while the female population is around 330.
Of the 633 total population in Couchiching 16A, the largest gender is female with around 330 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 300 | 330 | -9.09% |
Is Couchiching 16A a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Couchiching 16A compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Ontario, 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.
Couchiching 16A Population Compared to Ontario
Ontario's population in 2021 was 14,223,942, spread across the area. Here's how Couchiching 16A compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Couchiching 16A | Ontario |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $60,800 | $91,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 14.0% | 12.2% |
| Median age | 36 | 41.6 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 7.4% | 33.4% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 30.0% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Couchiching 16A has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 8.70% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 36.00.
| 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 65.40% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 22.00% and 11.80%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Couchiching 16A are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 30.00% | 45.00% | 75.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 66.70% | 65.20% | 65.40% |
| 0 to 14 years | 21.70% | 22.70% | 22.00% |
| 65 years and over | 10.00% | 13.60% | 11.80% |
Population of Couchiching 16A by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Couchiching 16A is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Couchiching 16A 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 Couchiching 16A are Ojibway, which accounts for 44.19% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (27.91%), Anishinaabe (8.53%), English (6.98%), and Scottish (6.98%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Couchiching 16A include French, North American Indigenous, Irish, Canadian, and German.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ojibway | 47.54% | 41.18% | 44.19% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 24.59% | 30.88% | 27.91% |
| Anishinaabe | 8.20% | 7.35% | 8.53% |
| English | 4.92% | 8.82% | 6.98% |
| Scottish | 6.56% | 5.88% | 6.98% |
| French | 6.56% | 5.88% | 6.20% |
| North American Indigenous | 4.92% | 4.41% | 5.43% |
| Irish | 4.92% | 2.94% | 4.65% |
| Canadian | 4.92% | 0.00% | 3.88% |
| German | 3.28% | 2.94% | 3.10% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Couchiching 16A's population profile.
About 0.0% of Couchiching 16A's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Couchiching 16A'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 200 of Couchiching 16A's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 13.85% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 13.85% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.50%, 6.40%, and 6.40%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 65 | 13.85% |
| 2 persons | 65 | 13.85% |
| 3 persons | 40 | 8.50% |
| 4 persons | 30 | 6.40% |
| 5 or more persons | 30 | 6.40% |
Income in Couchiching 16A
Analyzing income distribution in Couchiching 16A can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Couchiching 16A is $30,200.
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 Couchiching 16A population or around 85 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 60 and 55 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Couchiching 16A's median household income is $60,800, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Couchiching 16A's median household income is 23,200 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 Couchiching 16A
This data sheds light on the distribution of Couchiching 16A 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 Couchiching 16A population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 20.00% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 18.50% 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 | 100 | 95 | 195 | 60.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 30 | 35 | 65 | 20.00% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 40 | 25 | 60 | 18.50% |
Below national average 7.7% of Couchiching 16A's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Couchiching 16A
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Couchiching 16A. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Couchiching 16A is at 14.29% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 48.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 14.29% |
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 Couchiching 16A's population (around 73.20%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the Indian reserve, there are 15 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 25.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 15 | 0 | 25 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Couchiching 16A industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Couchiching 16A is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Couchiching 16A has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (18%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Public administration sector comes second at 14%, followed by Retail trade at 9%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 10 | 40 | 18% |
| Public administration | 20 | 20 | 14% |
| Retail trade | 15 | 10 | 9% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 15 | 0 | 7% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 15 | 0 | 5% |
| Construction | 15 | 0 | 5% |
| Educational services | 0 | 15 | 5% |
| Accommodation and food services | 10 | 10 | 5% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 10 | 0 | 4% |
| Utilities | 10 | 0 | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 4% |
| Wholesale trade | 10 | 0 | 4% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 0 | 4% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 10 | 0 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 10 | 0 | 4% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 10 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 10 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Couchiching 16A residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Couchiching 16A: Health care and social assistance (18%), Public administration (14%), Retail trade (9%)
Top occupation categories in Couchiching 16A: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (23%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (23%), Sales and service occupations (21%)
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 | 80 | 165 | 68.80% |
| No fixed workplace address | 40 | 10 | 45 | 18.80% |
| Worked at home | 10 | 20 | 25 | 10.40% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Couchiching 16A 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 Couchiching 16A residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Couchiching 16A 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 | 65.10% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 16.30% |
| 60 minutes and over | 14.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 4.70% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Couchiching 16A 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 Couchiching 16A'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 Couchiching 16A. About 630 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 | 630 |
| 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 | 96.1% | 100.0% |
| Non-official languages | 2.4% | 0.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Couchiching 16A is predominantly Christian. About 235 of its population is Christian (110 males and 125 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 | 36.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Indian Reserves to Couchiching 16A
- Rainy Lake 18C 5.7 km · 125 people
- Agency 1 8.8 km
- Rainy Lake 17A 21.8 km · 234 people
- Rainy Lake 17B 31.1 km · 5 people
- Manitou Rapids 11 35.3 km · 300 people
- Rainy Lake 26A 37.0 km · 158 people
- Sabaskong Bay 35D 65.4 km · 383 people
- Big Grassy River 35G 76.1 km · 251 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Couchiching 16A
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Couchiching 16A has a population of 633 people, making it the 328th Indian reserve in Ontario. The population declined significantly from 810 in 2016, a decrease of 177 people or 21.85%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 9.7 people per km² across a land area of 65.47 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Couchiching 16A's population declined by 21.85% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 810 to 633 people, a loss of 177 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Ontario Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 36.00 years suggests a relatively balanced demographic profile. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Couchiching 16A has a population density of approximately 9.70 people per square kilometre.
Couchiching 16A covers a land area of approximately 65.47 km².
The median age of the population in Couchiching 16A is 36.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Couchiching 16A is Ojibway.
The median household income in Couchiching 16A is $60,800, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Couchiching 16A.
Christian is the predominant religion in Couchiching 16A.
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.