Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, M’Chigeeng 22 has a population of around 926 people. The indian reserve's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of M’Chigeeng 22 has increased by ▲ 4.75%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 884 | 926 | +4.75% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.93% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, M’Chigeeng 22's population is projected to reach approximately 970 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 29.40 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 926 | 970 | 29.40 |
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.
M’Chigeeng 22 Population Trend & Context
M’Chigeeng 22 is the 297th-largest indian reserve in Ontario, with a 2021 census population of 926 — an increase of 42 (▲ 4.75%) people from the 884 recorded in 2016.
The indian reserve's population has grown slightly over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Ontario indian reserves. The indian reserve's median age of 45.2 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
How does M’Chigeeng 22 compare to other Ontario indian reserves?
- Carlow/Mayo: 953 (2021)
- Sundridge: 938 (2021)
- M'Chigeeng 22: 926 (2021) ← 297th largest
- Ear Falls: 924 (2021)
- Weagamow Lake 87: 921 (2021)
Population By Genders
The male population of M’Chigeeng 22 is around 470 while the female population is around 455.
Of the 926 total population in M’Chigeeng 22, the largest gender is male with around 470 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 470 | 455 | +3.19% |
Is M’Chigeeng 22 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how M’Chigeeng 22 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.
M’Chigeeng 22 Population Compared to Ontario
Ontario's population in 2021 was 14,223,942, spread across the area. Here's how M’Chigeeng 22 compares to the indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | M’Chigeeng 22 | Ontario |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $51,600 | $91,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 11.9% | 12.2% |
| Median age | 45.2 | 41.6 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 11.6% | 33.4% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 30.0% |
Population by Age Characteristics
M’Chigeeng 22 has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 9.20% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 45.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 to 64 years | 45 9.60% | 40 8.80% | 11.11% | 85 9.20% |
| 10 to 14 years | 45 9.60% | 35 7.70% | 22.22% | 80 8.60% |
| 45 to 49 years | 40 8.50% | 35 7.70% | 12.50% | 75 8.10% |
| 55 to 59 years | 30 6.40% | 40 8.80% | 25.00% | 75 8.10% |
| 15 to 19 years | 30 6.40% | 30 6.60% | 0.00% | 65 7.00% |
| 50 to 54 years | 40 8.50% | 25 5.50% | 37.50% | 65 7.00% |
| 35 to 39 years | 35 7.40% | 30 6.60% | 14.29% | 60 6.50% |
| 65 to 69 years | 25 5.30% | 30 6.60% | 16.67% | 60 6.50% |
| 5 to 9 years | 30 6.40% | 25 5.50% | 16.67% | 55 5.90% |
| 25 to 29 years | 30 6.40% | 20 4.40% | 33.33% | 55 5.90% |
| 30 to 34 years | 15 3.20% | 30 6.60% | 50.00% | 50 5.40% |
| 70 to 74 years | 25 5.30% | 25 5.50% | 0.00% | 50 5.40% |
| Median age of the population | 44 44.40% | 46 46.00% | 4.35% | 45 45.20% |
| Average age of the population | 41 40.90% | 43 43.00% | 6.98% | 42 41.90% |
| 20 to 24 years | 20 4.30% | 15 3.30% | 25.00% | 40 4.30% |
| 40 to 44 years | 20 4.30% | 20 4.40% | 0.00% | 40 4.30% |
| 0 to 4 years | 10 2.10% | 15 3.30% | 33.33% | 30 3.20% |
| 75 to 79 years | 15 3.20% | 15 3.30% | 0.00% | 30 3.20% |
| 80 to 84 years | 5 1.10% | 10 2.20% | 50.00% | 20 2.20% |
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 64.90% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 17.80% and 17.80%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in M’Chigeeng 22 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Photos of Places & Sceneries in M’Chigeeng 22
Population of M’Chigeeng 22 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of M’Chigeeng 22 is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. M’Chigeeng 22 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 M’Chigeeng 22 are Ojibway, which accounts for 42.16% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (23.24%), Anishinaabe (10.27%), North American Indigenous (8.65%), and English (5.95%).
Other ethnicities and origins in M’Chigeeng 22 include Irish, Canadian, Scottish, French, and German.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ojibway | 42.55% | 40.66% | 42.16% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 20.21% | 25.27% | 23.24% |
| Anishinaabe | 10.64% | 9.89% | 10.27% |
| North American Indigenous | 8.51% | 7.69% | 8.65% |
| English | 4.26% | 6.59% | 5.95% |
| Irish | 6.38% | 4.40% | 5.95% |
| Canadian | 6.38% | 2.20% | 3.78% |
| Scottish | 3.19% | 4.40% | 3.78% |
| French | 2.13% | 3.30% | 2.70% |
| German | 2.13% | 4.40% | 2.70% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of M’Chigeeng 22's population profile.
About 0.0% of M’Chigeeng 22's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for M’Chigeeng 22'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 355 of M’Chigeeng 22's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 20.00% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 15.65% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.65%, 5.00%, and 3.75%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 160 | 20.00% |
| 1 person | 125 | 15.65% |
| 3 persons | 45 | 5.65% |
| 4 persons | 40 | 5.00% |
| 5 or more persons | 30 | 3.75% |
Income in M’Chigeeng 22
Analyzing income distribution in M’Chigeeng 22 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within M’Chigeeng 22 is $27,400.
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 M’Chigeeng 22 population or around 90 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 85 and 75 people, respectively.
Household Income
The M’Chigeeng 22's median household income is $51,600, according to 2020 data.
Below national average M’Chigeeng 22's median household income is 32,400 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 M’Chigeeng 22
This data sheds light on the distribution of M’Chigeeng 22 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.
48.80% or most of the M’Chigeeng 22 population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 27.55% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 24.15% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 11.60% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 245 | 360 | 605 | 48.80% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 225 | 125 | 350 | 27.55% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 165 | 140 | 310 | 24.15% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 50 | 95 | 145 | 11.60% |
Below national average 11.6% of M’Chigeeng 22's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in M’Chigeeng 22
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in M’Chigeeng 22. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in M’Chigeeng 22 is at 5.23% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 38.56% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.23% |
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 M’Chigeeng 22's population (around 65.70%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the indian reserve, there are 20 men and 10 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 30.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 20 | 10 | 30 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The M’Chigeeng 22 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in M’Chigeeng 22 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
M’Chigeeng 22 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (21%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Public administration sector comes second at 19%, followed by Educational services at 13%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 20 | 55 | 21% |
| Public administration | 20 | 45 | 19% |
| Educational services | 20 | 20 | 13% |
| Retail trade | 20 | 15 | 10% |
| Construction | 20 | 0 | 9% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 10 | 5% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 10 | 10 | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 10 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 3% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 0 | 3% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 10 | 3% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 3% |
| Accommodation and food services | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where M’Chigeeng 22 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in M’Chigeeng 22: Health care and social assistance (21%), Public administration (19%), Educational services (13%)
Top occupation categories in M’Chigeeng 22: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (24%), Sales and service occupations (21%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (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 | 90 | 125 | 210 | 71.20% |
| No fixed workplace address | 35 | 15 | 50 | 16.90% |
| Worked at home | 10 | 20 | 30 | 10.20% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how M’Chigeeng 22 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 M’Chigeeng 22 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of M’Chigeeng 22 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 | 67.90% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 9.40% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 7.50% |
| 60 minutes and over | 7.50% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 5.70% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in M’Chigeeng 22shed 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 M’Chigeeng 22'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 M’Chigeeng 22. About 905 people living in the province speak English, 15 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 905 |
| French | 15 |
| 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 | 71.4% | 88.1% |
| Non-official languages | 21.1% | 8.6% |
| French | 1.6% | 1.1% |
Religion
M’Chigeeng 22 is predominantly Christian. About 420 of its population is Christian (200 males and 200 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 | 45.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Other Indian Reserves in Ontario
- Wikwemikong Unceded 2,728
- Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory 2,535
- Sandy Lake 88 2,100
- Nipissing 10 1,640
- Attawapiskat 91A 1,586
- Factory Island 1 1,376
- Kettle Point 44 1,233
- Sagamok 1,110
- Deer Lake 1,087
- Garden River 14 1,071
- Kasabonika Lake 1,060
- Kitchenuhmaykoosib Aaki 84 1,029
- Lac Seul 28 1,022
- Chippewas of Rama First Nation 998
- Fort Hope 64 977
- Fort William 52 964
- Weagamow Lake 87 921
- Wabaseemoong 815
- Saugeen 29 784
- Fort Albany [Part] 67 775
- Webequie 723
- Christian Island 30 679
- Poplar Hill 663
- Cat Lake 63C 651
- Sarnia 45 648
- Couchiching 16A 633
- Whitefish Bay 32A 610
- New Credit [Part] 40A 609
- Sachigo Lake 1 608
- Wunnumin 1 587
- English River 21 584
- Neyaashiinigmiing 27 580
- Alderville First Nation 542
- Osnaburgh 63B 524
- Kingfisher Lake 1 511
- Pikwakanagan [Golden Lake 39] 490
- Whitefish River 4 457
- Wapekeka 2 456
- Bearskin Lake 447
- Shoal Lake 39A 445
- Mississagi River 8 414
- Whitefish Lake 6 412
- Long Lake 58 410
- Kee-Way-Win 409
- Kenora 38B 402
- Sabaskong Bay 35D 383
- Sucker Creek 23 373
- Pic River 50 372
- Parry Island First Nation 367
- Fort Severn 89 364
- Summer Beaver 355
- Serpent River 7 351
- Hiawatha First Nation 341
- Moravian 47 328
- Manitou Rapids 11 300
- Slate Falls 299
- Whitesand 297
- Seine River 23A 270
- North Spirit Lake 265
- Eagle Lake 27 257
- Big Grassy River 35G 251
- Peawanuck 247
- Bear Island 1 244
- Neskantaga 244
- Marten Falls 65 243
- Lake Helen 53A 240
- Rainy Lake 17A 234
- Osnaburgh 63A 233
- Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation 231
- Moose Point 79 213
- Mattagami 71 210
- Dokis 9 201
- Ginoogaming First Nation 200
- The Dalles 38C 180
- Aroland 178
- Wabigoon Lake 27 175
- Rat Portage 38A 171
- Rainy Lake 26A 158
- Sheguiandah 24 158
- Abitibi 70 156
- Shawanaga 17 155
- Duck Lake 76B 154
- Rocky Bay 1 154
- Thessalon 12 151
- Pic Mobert North 138
- French River 13 137
- Saug-A-Gaw-Sing 1 136
- Munsee-Delaware Nation 1 129
- New Post 69A 128
- Pic Mobert South 127
- Sheshegwaning 20 127
- Mississaugas of Scugog Island 125
- Rainy Lake 18C 125
- Whitefish Bay 34A 125
- Wahnapitei 11 124
- Neguaguon Lake 25D 118
- Gull River 55 110
- Magnetewan 1 102
- Pays Plat 51 100
- Whitefish Bay 33A 94
- Ojibway Nation of Saugeen [Savant Lake] 88
- Shoal Lake 34B2 81
- Matachewan 72 66
- Gros Cap 49 63
- Chapleau Cree Fox Lake 62
- Wabauskang 21 57
- Northwest Angle 33B 52
- Lake of the Woods 37 49
- Zhiibaahaasing 19A 41
- Christian Island 30A 30
- Chapleau 74A 17
- Wawakapewin 16
- Chief's Point No. 28 15
- Henvey Inlet 2 15
- Sturgeon Falls 23 10
- Big Island Mainland 93 5
- Point Grondine 3 5
- Rainy Lake 17B 5
- Sand Point First Nation 5
- Agency 1
- Akwesasne [Part] 59
- Assabaska
- Chapleau 75
- Chippewas of the Thames First Nation 42
- Flying Post 73
- Goulais Bay 15A
- Lac des Mille Lacs 22A1
- Lake Nipigon
- Lansdowne House
- Moose Factory 68
- Muskrat Dam Lake
- Naiscoutaing 17A
- Oneida 41
- Pikangikum 14
- Rankin Location 15D
- Red Rock 53
- Six Nations [Part] 40
- Wahta Mohawk Territory
- Walpole Island 46
Frequently Asked Questions about M’Chigeeng 22
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, M’Chigeeng 22 has a population of 926 people, making it the 297th indian reserve in Ontario. The population increased moderately from 884 in 2016, an increase of 42 people or 4.75%. The indian reserve has a population density of 28.1 people per km² across a land area of 32.99 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
M’Chigeeng 22's population grew by 4.75% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 884 to 926 people, a gain of 42 residents. This modest growth reflects patterns seen in many other Ontario indian reserves during this period. The median age of 45.20 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
M’Chigeeng 22 has a population density of approximately 28.10 people per square kilometre.
M’Chigeeng 22 covers a land area of approximately 32.99 km².
The median age of the population in M’Chigeeng 22 is 45.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in M’Chigeeng 22 is Ojibway.
The median household income in M’Chigeeng 22 is $51,600, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in M’Chigeeng 22.
Christian is the predominant religion in M’Chigeeng 22.
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.