Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Rainy Lake 26A has a population of around 158 people. The indian reserve's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Rainy Lake 26A has increased by 0.64%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 157 | 158 | +0.64% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.13% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Rainy Lake 26A's population is projected to reach approximately 159 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 6.59 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 158 | 159 | 6.59 |
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 Rainy Lake 26A is around 80 while the female population is around 80.
Of the 158 total population in Rainy Lake 26A, the largest gender is female with around 80 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 80 | 80 | +0.00% |
Is Rainy Lake 26A a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Rainy Lake 26A 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.
Other Indian Reserves Near Rainy Lake 26A
- Rainy Lake 18C (31.4 km)
- Agency 1 (34.0 km)
- Couchiching 16A (37.0 km)
- Seine River 23A (40.2 km)
- Sturgeon Falls 23 (43.3 km)
- Rainy Lake 17A (48.9 km)
- Rainy Lake 17B (61.1 km)
- Manitou Rapids 11 (72.2 km)
- Neguaguon Lake 25D (79.4 km)
- Sabaskong Bay 35D (86.8 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Rainy Lake 26A has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 20 to 24 years old, accounting for 12.50% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 25.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 30 29.60% | 29 29.40% | 0.00% | 29 29.40% |
| Median age of the population | 24 23.80% | 26 25.80% | 7.75% | 25 25.00% |
| 20 to 24 years | 10 12.50% | 10 12.50% | 0.00% | 20 12.50% |
| 0 to 4 years | 15 18.80% | 5 6.30% | 66.67% | 15 9.40% |
| 5 to 9 years | 5 6.30% | 5 6.30% | 0.00% | 15 9.40% |
| 10 to 14 years | 5 6.30% | 10 12.50% | 50.00% | 15 9.40% |
| 15 to 19 years | 10 12.50% | 5 6.30% | 50.00% | 15 9.40% |
| 25 to 29 years | 5 6.30% | 10 12.50% | 50.00% | 15 9.40% |
| 30 to 34 years | 5 6.30% | 5 6.30% | 0.00% | 10 6.30% |
| 40 to 44 years | 5 6.30% | 10 12.50% | 50.00% | 10 6.30% |
| 45 to 49 years | 5 6.30% | 5 6.30% | 0.00% | 10 6.30% |
| 50 to 54 years | 10 12.50% | 5 6.30% | 50.00% | 10 6.30% |
| 60 to 64 years | 5 6.30% | 5 6.30% | 0.00% | 10 6.30% |
| 35 to 39 years | 5 6.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 3.10% |
| 65 to 69 years | 5 6.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 3.10% |
| 55 to 59 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% |
| 75 to 79 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 80 to 84 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 65.60% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 0 to 14 years, account for 65.60% and 31.30%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Rainy Lake 26A are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
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Population of Rainy Lake 26A by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Rainy Lake 26A is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Rainy Lake 26A 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 First Nations (North American Indian), which accounts for 43.75% of the total population, followed by Ojibway (37.50%), Canadian (12.50%), North American Indigenous (6.25%), and Anishinaabe (6.25%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include German, Indian (India), Ukrainian, Dutch, and Polish.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 37.50% | 50.00% | 43.75% |
| Ojibway | 43.75% | 37.50% | 37.50% |
| Canadian | 12.50% | 0.00% | 12.50% |
| North American Indigenous | 12.50% | 0.00% | 6.25% |
| Anishinaabe | 12.50% | 0.00% | 6.25% |
| German | 0.00% | 0.00% | 6.25% |
| Indian (India) | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Ukrainian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Dutch | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Polish | 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 Rainy Lake 26A's population profile.
About 0.0% of Rainy Lake 26A's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Rainy Lake 26A'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 40 of Rainy Lake 26A's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 5 or more persons household.
Household Size
About 15.00% of the population lives in 5 or more persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 10.00% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 2 persons households account for 10.00%, 10.00%, and 5.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 5 or more persons | 15 | 15.00% |
| 1 person | 10 | 10.00% |
| 3 persons | 10 | 10.00% |
| 4 persons | 10 | 10.00% |
| 2 persons | 5 | 5.00% |
Income in Rainy Lake 26A
Analyzing income distribution in Rainy Lake 26A can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Rainy Lake 26A 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 Rainy Lake 26A 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 Rainy Lake 26A's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Rainy Lake 26A'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 Rainy Lake 26A
This data sheds light on the distribution of Rainy Lake 26A 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.
47.10% or most of the Rainy Lake 26A population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 31.55% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 21.35% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 0.00% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 35 | 45 | 85 | 47.10% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 25 | 30 | 60 | 31.55% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 25 | 20 | 40 | 21.35% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Rainy Lake 26A's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Rainy Lake 26A
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Rainy Lake 26A. 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 9.09% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 50.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 9.09% |
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 Rainy Lake 26A's population (around 69.20%) 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 Rainy Lake 26A industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Rainy Lake 26A is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Rainy Lake 26A has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (39%) works in the public administration sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 23%, followed by Educational services at 15%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 10 | 10 | 39% |
| Health care and social assistance | 10 | 10 | 23% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 15% |
| 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% |
| 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 Rainy Lake 26A residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Rainy Lake 26A: Public administration (39%), Health care and social assistance (23%), Educational services (15%)
Top occupation categories in Rainy Lake 26A: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (31%), Legislative and senior management occupations (15%), Business, finance and administration occupations (15%)
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 | 25 | 25 | 50 | 90.90% |
| 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 Rainy Lake 26A 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 Rainy Lake 26A residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Rainy Lake 26A 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 | 54.50% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 18.20% |
| 60 minutes and over | 18.20% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Rainy Lake 26Ashed 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 Rainy Lake 26A'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 Rainy Lake 26A. About 155 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 | 155 |
| 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 | 87.1% | 100.0% |
| Non-official languages | 9.7% | 3.2% |
| French | 3.2% | 0.0% |
Religion
The second largest religion in the province is Jewish with 0.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Muslim and Sikh, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Buddhist represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Christian | 0.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rainy Lake 26A
According to the 2021 census, Rainy Lake 26A has a population of approximately 158 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Rainy Lake 26A increased by 0.64%.
Rainy Lake 26A has a population density of approximately 6.60 people per square kilometre.
Rainy Lake 26A covers a land area of approximately 24.12 km².
The median age of the population in Rainy Lake 26A is 25.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Rainy Lake 26A is First Nations (North American Indian).
The median household income in Rainy Lake 26A is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Rainy Lake 26A.
Hindu is the predominant religion in Rainy Lake 26A.
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.