Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Obedjiwan 28 has a population of around 1,991 people. The Indian reserve's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Obedjiwan 28 has decreased by ▼ -1.39%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 2,019 | 1,991 | --1.39% |
2026 Population Projection
Obedjiwan 28's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 1,991 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Obedjiwan 28 Population Trend & Context
Obedjiwan 28 had a 2021 census population of 1,991 — a decline of 28 (▼ 1.39%) people from the 2,019 recorded in 2016.
The Indian reserve's population has seen a slight decline over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Quebec Indian reserves. The Indian reserve's median age of 23.2 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Obedjiwan 28 is around 1,065 while the female population is around 925.
Of the 1,991 total population in Obedjiwan 28, the largest gender is male with around 1,065 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,065 | 925 | -13.15% |
Is Obedjiwan 28 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Obedjiwan 28 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.
Obedjiwan 28 Population Compared to Quebec
Quebec's population in 2021 was 8,501,833, spread across the area. Here's how Obedjiwan 28 compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Obedjiwan 28 | Quebec |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $71,000 | $72,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 6.0% | 7.6% |
| Median age | 23.2 | 43.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 3.8% | 26.5% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 14.6% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Obedjiwan 28 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 12.00% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 23.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 to 14 years | 130 12.20% | 110 11.90% | 15.38% | 240 12.00% |
| 5 to 9 years | 130 12.20% | 100 10.80% | 23.08% | 230 11.50% |
| 15 to 19 years | 115 10.80% | 105 11.40% | 8.70% | 225 11.30% |
| 0 to 4 years | 105 9.90% | 85 9.20% | 19.05% | 190 9.50% |
| 20 to 24 years | 75 7.00% | 85 9.20% | 11.76% | 165 8.30% |
| 25 to 29 years | 80 7.50% | 70 7.60% | 12.50% | 145 7.30% |
| 40 to 44 years | 55 5.20% | 60 6.50% | 8.33% | 115 5.80% |
| 50 to 54 years | 50 4.70% | 60 6.50% | 16.67% | 115 5.80% |
| 30 to 34 years | 60 5.60% | 50 5.40% | 16.67% | 110 5.50% |
| 35 to 39 years | 55 5.20% | 55 5.90% | 0.00% | 105 5.30% |
| 45 to 49 years | 60 5.60% | 40 4.30% | 33.33% | 100 5.00% |
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 61.40% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 32.80% and 5.80%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Obedjiwan 28 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 59.20% | 63.80% | 61.40% |
| 0 to 14 years | 34.30% | 31.40% | 32.80% |
| 65 years and over | 6.10% | 5.40% | 5.80% |
Population of Obedjiwan 28 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Obedjiwan 28 is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Obedjiwan 28 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 Obedjiwan 28 are Atikamekw, which accounts for 72.47% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (24.49%), Cree (1.77%), Innu/Montagnais (1.01%), and Canadian (0.51%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Obedjiwan 28 include Irish, American, Algonquin, Lithuanian, and South African.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atikamekw | 73.11% | 72.68% | 72.47% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 24.06% | 25.14% | 24.49% |
| Cree | 1.42% | 1.64% | 1.77% |
| Innu/Montagnais | 1.42% | 1.09% | 1.01% |
| Canadian | 0.00% | 1.09% | 0.51% |
| Irish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.51% |
| American | 0.94% | 0.00% | 0.51% |
| Algonquin | 0.94% | 1.09% | 0.51% |
| Lithuanian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| South African | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Obedjiwan 28
About 99.49% of Obedjiwan 28's population (1,970 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 0.51% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 1,950 people (98.50% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Obedjiwan 28's population profile.
About 0.0% of Obedjiwan 28's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Obedjiwan 28'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 |
0.0% of Obedjiwan 28's residents (0 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 0.0% are second generation, and 99.7% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 335 of Obedjiwan 28's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 5 or more persons household.
Household Size
About 24.70% of the population lives in 5 or more persons households. 4 persons households ranked second, accounting for 7.65% of the population. 2 persons, 3 persons, and 1 person households account for 6.45%, 6.45%, and 4.70%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 5 or more persons | 210 | 24.70% |
| 4 persons | 65 | 7.65% |
| 2 persons | 55 | 6.45% |
| 3 persons | 55 | 6.45% |
| 1 person | 40 | 4.70% |
Family and Household Structure in Obedjiwan 28
Of census families in Obedjiwan 28, 65.6% are couple families and 34.4% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.7 people.
9.4% of households in Obedjiwan 28 are one-person households, 38.8% are couple-family households, 12.9% are one-parent-family households, and 20.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 40 | 9.4% |
| Couple-family households | 165 | 38.8% |
| One-parent-family households | 55 | 12.9% |
| Multigenerational households | 85 | 20.0% |
Income in Obedjiwan 28
Analyzing income distribution in Obedjiwan 28 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Obedjiwan 28 is $27,000.
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 Obedjiwan 28 population or around 260 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 185 and 135 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Obedjiwan 28's median household income is $71,000, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Obedjiwan 28's median household income is 13,000 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 Obedjiwan 28
This data sheds light on the distribution of Obedjiwan 28 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.
67.90% or most of the Obedjiwan 28 population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 24.20% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, and 7.90% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 315 | 245 | 560 | 67.90% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 90 | 110 | 200 | 24.20% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 30 | 35 | 65 | 7.90% |
Below national average 4.2% of Obedjiwan 28's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Obedjiwan 28
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Obedjiwan 28. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Obedjiwan 28 is at 6.00% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 35.34% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Obedjiwan 28, 27.2% worked full year full time in the reference year, 11.3% worked part year and/or part time, and 61.1% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 360 | 27.2% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 150 | 11.3% |
| Did not work | 810 | 61.1% |
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 Obedjiwan 28's population (around 87.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the Indian reserve, there are 10 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Obedjiwan 28 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Obedjiwan 28 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Obedjiwan 28 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (31%) works in the public administration sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 19%, followed by Educational services at 14%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 100 | 55 | 31% |
| Health care and social assistance | 20 | 75 | 19% |
| Educational services | 20 | 50 | 14% |
| Manufacturing | 35 | 10 | 8% |
| Construction | 25 | 0 | 6% |
| Retail trade | 15 | 15 | 6% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 20 | 0 | 4% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 2% |
| Accommodation and food services | 10 | 10 | 2% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 10 | 10 | 2% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 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% |
| 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 | 10 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Obedjiwan 28 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Obedjiwan 28: Public administration (31%), Health care and social assistance (19%), Educational services (14%)
Top occupation categories in Obedjiwan 28: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (28%), Sales and service occupations (21%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (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 | 200 | 210 | 405 | 86.20% |
| No fixed workplace address | 55 | 0 | 60 | 12.80% |
| Worked at home | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Obedjiwan 28 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 Obedjiwan 28 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Obedjiwan 28 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 | 93.50% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 2.20% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 2.20% |
| 60 minutes and over | 2.20% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Obedjiwan 28 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 Obedjiwan 28'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 Obedjiwan 28. About 1,855 people living in the Indian reserve speak French, 105 people speak Neither English nor French, 25 people speak English and French language, and 5 people speak English language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| French | 1,855 |
| Neither English nor French | 105 |
| English and French | 25 |
| English | 5 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 2.3% of Obedjiwan 28's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 0.0% know English only, 92.4% know French only, and 5.3% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 0 | 0.0% |
| French only | 1,835 | 92.4% |
| English and French | 45 | 2.3% |
| Neither English nor French | 105 | 5.3% |
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 | 83.1% | 73.6% |
| French | 3.3% | 5.8% |
| English | 0.5% | 0.0% |
Religion
Obedjiwan 28 is predominantly Christian. About 1,370 of its population is Christian (740 males and 625 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 | 69.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Obedjiwan 28
Schools
Nearest Indian Reserves to Obedjiwan 28
- Communaute de Wemotaci 118.3 km · 1,142 people
- Communaute Atikamekw de Manawan 164.8 km · 2,000 people
- Mashteuiatsh 199.5 km · 2,010 people
- Lac-Rapide 203.9 km
- Kitcisakik 224.5 km · 257 people
- Pikogan 233.5 km · 540 people
- Kitigan Zibi 267.5 km · 1,204 people
- Doncaster 287.2 km
Frequently Asked Questions about Obedjiwan 28
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Obedjiwan 28 has a population of 1,991 people, making it the 219th Indian reserve in Quebec. The population declined moderately from 2,019 in 2016, a decrease of 28 people or 1.39%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 241.1 people per km² across a land area of 8.26 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Obedjiwan 28's population declined by 1.39% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 2,019 to 1,991 people, a loss of 28 residents. This stability is characteristic of many mid-sized other Quebec Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 23.20 years suggests a comparatively young population. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (9.4%) 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.
Obedjiwan 28 has a population density of approximately 241.10 people per square kilometre.
Obedjiwan 28 covers a land area of approximately 8.26 km².
The median age of the population in Obedjiwan 28 is 23.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Obedjiwan 28 is Atikamekw.
The median household income in Obedjiwan 28 is $71,000, based on 2020 data.
French is the most common first official language spoken in Obedjiwan 28.
Christian is the predominant religion in Obedjiwan 28.
According to the 2021 Census, 99.5% of Obedjiwan 28's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of Obedjiwan 28's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 34.4% of census families in Obedjiwan 28, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 20.0% of all households in Obedjiwan 28, per the 2021 Census.
2.3% of Obedjiwan 28's population knows both English and French, based on 2021 Census data on knowledge of official languages.
Of the population aged 15 and over in Obedjiwan 28, 27.2% worked full year full time in the 2021 Census reference year.
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.