Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Matimekosh has a population of around 661 people. The indian reserve's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Matimekosh has increased by ▲ 3.61%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 638 | 661 | +3.61% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.71% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Matimekosh's population is projected to reach approximately 685 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 992.75 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 661 | 685 | 992.75 |
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.
Matimekosh Population Trend & Context
Matimekosh is the 43rd-largest indian reserve in Quebec, with a 2021 census population of 661 — an increase of 23 (▲ 3.61%) people from the 638 recorded in 2016.
The indian reserve's population has grown slightly over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Quebec indian reserves. The indian reserve's median age of 26.6 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
How does Matimekosh compare to other Quebec indian reserves?
- Tadoussac: 814 (2021)
- North Hatley: 675 (2021)
- Matimekosh: 661 (2021) ← 43rd largest
- Akulivik: 642 (2021)
- Gesgapegiag: 637 (2021)
Population By Genders
The male population of Matimekosh is around 280 while the female population is around 385.
Of the 661 total population in Matimekosh, the largest gender is female with around 385 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 280 | 385 | +27.27% |
Is Matimekosh a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Matimekosh compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Quebec, 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.
Matimekosh Population Compared to Quebec
Quebec's population in 2021 was 8,501,833, spread across the area. Here's how Matimekosh compares to the indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Matimekosh | Quebec |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $84,000 | $72,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 11.3% | 7.6% |
| Median age | 26.6 | 43.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 5.1% | 26.5% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 14.6% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Matimekosh has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 5 to 9 years old, accounting for 15.20% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 26.60.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 to 9 years | 30 10.70% | 70 18.20% | 57.14% | 100 15.20% |
| 0 to 4 years | 35 12.50% | 35 9.10% | 0.00% | 70 10.60% |
| 10 to 14 years | 20 7.10% | 45 11.70% | 55.56% | 60 9.10% |
| 15 to 19 years | 15 5.40% | 30 7.80% | 50.00% | 45 6.80% |
| 20 to 24 years | 20 7.10% | 25 6.50% | 20.00% | 45 6.80% |
| 30 to 34 years | 20 7.10% | 30 7.80% | 33.33% | 45 6.80% |
| 50 to 54 years | 20 7.10% | 25 6.50% | 20.00% | 45 6.80% |
| 55 to 59 years | 25 8.90% | 20 5.20% | 20.00% | 45 6.80% |
| 25 to 29 years | 15 5.40% | 25 6.50% | 40.00% | 40 6.10% |
| 35 to 39 years | 20 7.10% | 15 3.90% | 25.00% | 40 6.10% |
| 60 to 64 years | 15 5.40% | 35 9.10% | 57.14% | 40 6.10% |
| Average age of the population | 33 32.60% | 29 29.20% | 9.20% | 31 30.60% |
| Median age of the population | 31 31.00% | 24 23.60% | 25.81% | 27 26.60% |
| 40 to 44 years | 10 3.60% | 10 2.60% | 0.00% | 20 3.00% |
| 45 to 49 years | 10 3.60% | 10 2.60% | 0.00% | 20 3.00% |
| 85 years and over | 10 3.60% | 10 2.60% | 0.00% | 15 2.30% |
| 65 to 69 years | 5 1.80% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 10 1.50% |
| 70 to 74 years | 5 1.80% | 5 1.30% | 0.00% | 10 1.50% |
| 75 to 79 years | 0 0.00% | 10 2.60% | 100.00% | 10 1.50% |
| 85 to 89 years | 10 3.60% | 5 1.30% | 50.00% | 10 1.50% |
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 59.10% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 15 to 64 years, account for 34.80% and 59.10%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Matimekosh are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 7.10% | 5.20% | 6.80% |
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Matimekosh
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Population of Matimekosh by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Matimekosh is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Matimekosh 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 Matimekosh are Innu/Montagnais, which accounts for 43.61% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (39.85%), Inuit (6.77%), Irish (3.01%), and Caucasian (White) (3.01%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Matimekosh include French, Cree, Acadian, Punjabi, and Vietnamese.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innu/Montagnais | 41.07% | 45.45% | 43.61% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 37.50% | 40.26% | 39.85% |
| Inuit | 8.93% | 5.19% | 6.77% |
| Irish | 3.57% | 2.60% | 3.01% |
| Caucasian (White) | 3.57% | 0.00% | 3.01% |
| French | 0.00% | 2.60% | 2.26% |
| Cree | 3.57% | 0.00% | 1.50% |
| Acadian | 0.00% | 2.60% | 1.50% |
| Punjabi | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Vietnamese | 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 Matimekosh's population profile.
About 0.0% of Matimekosh's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Matimekosh'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 130 of Matimekosh's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 11.25% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 3 persons households ranked second, accounting for 11.25% of the population. 5 or more persons, 1 person, and 4 persons households account for 10.00%, 8.75%, and 8.75%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 45 | 11.25% |
| 3 persons | 45 | 11.25% |
| 5 or more persons | 40 | 10.00% |
| 1 person | 35 | 8.75% |
| 4 persons | 35 | 8.75% |
Income in Matimekosh
Analyzing income distribution in Matimekosh can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Matimekosh is $39,200.
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 Matimekosh population or around 90 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and Under $10,000 with around 70 and 55 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Matimekosh's median household income is $84,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Matimekosh's median household income is 0 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 Matimekosh
This data sheds light on the distribution of Matimekosh 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.
50.60% or most of the Matimekosh population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 37.50% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, 12.15% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 5.05% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 180 | 195 | 375 | 50.60% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 120 | 150 | 270 | 37.50% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 30 | 55 | 90 | 12.15% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0 | 35 | 35 | 5.05% |
Below national average 5.1% of Matimekosh's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Matimekosh
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Matimekosh. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Matimekosh is at 6.90% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 54.02% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.90% |
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 Matimekosh's population (around 60.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the indian reserve, there are 10 men and 10 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 15.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 10 | 15 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Matimekosh industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Matimekosh is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Matimekosh has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (32%) works in the public administration sector. The Educational services sector comes second at 9%, followed by Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction at 8%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 60 | 30 | 32% |
| Educational services | 10 | 20 | 9% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 10 | 10 | 8% |
| Retail trade | 10 | 10 | 6% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 10 | 0 | 6% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 10 | 6% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 15 | 6% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 15 | 6% |
| Accommodation and food services | 10 | 15 | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 10 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 10 | 10 | 4% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 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% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 10 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Matimekosh residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Matimekosh: Public administration (32%), Educational services (9%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (8%)
Top occupation categories in Matimekosh: Sales and service occupations (26%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (25%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (19%)
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 | 80 | 80 | 160 | 68.10% |
| Worked at home | 25 | 30 | 60 | 25.50% |
| No fixed workplace address | 10 | 10 | 20 | 8.50% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Matimekosh 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 Matimekosh residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Matimekosh 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 | 63.90% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 16.70% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 16.70% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Matimekoshshed 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 Matimekosh'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.
French is the most spoken official language in Matimekosh. About 365 people living in the province speak French, 150 people speak English and French, 120 people speak English language, and 25 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| French | 365 |
| English and French | 150 |
| English | 120 |
| Neither English nor French | 25 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-official languages | 85.6% | 83.3% |
| French | 6.1% | 8.3% |
| English | 2.3% | 3.0% |
Religion
Matimekosh is predominantly Christian. About 530 of its population is Christian (230 males and 230 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 | 80.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Matimekosh
Schools
Parks
Green Spaces in Matimekosh
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Parc des Ailes | Parks | 1.5 ha |
| Parc du lac Knob | Parks | 0.6 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Other Indian Reserves in Quebec
- Pessamit 2,428
- Wendake 2,200
- Mashteuiatsh 2,010
- Communaute Atikamekw de Manawan 2,000
- Obedjiwan 28 1,991
- Maliotenam 1,610
- Uashat 27 1,550
- Lac Simon 1,285
- Kitigan Zibi 1,204
- Communaute de Wemotaci 1,142
- Nutashkuan 915
- Gesgapegiag 637
- Mingan 552
- Timiskaming 541
- Pikogan 540
- Odanak 481
- Kebaowek 326
- Essipit 310
- Kitcisakik 257
- Wolinak 194
- Winneway 176
- Lac-John 21
- Hunter's Point 5
- Akwesasne
- Doncaster
- Kahnawake
- Kanesatake
- Lac-Rapide
- Listuguj
- Pakuashipi
- Romaine 2
Frequently Asked Questions about Matimekosh
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Matimekosh has a population of 661 people, making it the 43rd indian reserve in Quebec. The population increased moderately from 638 in 2016, an increase of 23 people or 3.61%. The indian reserve has a population density of 963.0 people per km² across a land area of 0.69 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Matimekosh's population grew by 3.61% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 638 to 661 people, a gain of 23 residents. This modest growth reflects patterns seen in many other Quebec indian reserves during this period. The median age of 26.60 years suggests a comparatively young population. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (17.5%) 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.
Matimekosh has a population density of approximately 963.00 people per square kilometre.
Matimekosh covers a land area of approximately 0.69 km².
The median age of the population in Matimekosh is 26.60 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Matimekosh is Innu/Montagnais.
The median household income in Matimekosh is $84,000, based on 2020 data.
French is the most common first official language spoken in Matimekosh.
Christian is the predominant religion in Matimekosh.
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.