Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Wolinak has a population of around 194 people. The indian reserve's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Wolinak has decreased by ▼ -3.96%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 202 | 194 | --3.96% |
2026 Population Projection
Wolinak's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 194 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Wolinak Population Trend & Context
Wolinak is the 70th-largest indian reserve in Quebec, with a 2021 census population of 194 — a decline of 8 (▼ 3.96%) people from the 202 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 38 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
How does Wolinak compare to other Quebec indian reserves?
- Kitcisakik: 257 (2021)
- Portage-du-Fort: 232 (2021)
- Wolinak: 194 (2021) ← 70th largest
- Mont-Saint-Pierre: 186 (2021)
- Winneway: 176 (2021)
Population By Genders
The male population of Wolinak is around 90 while the female population is around 105.
Of the 194 total population in Wolinak, the largest gender is female with around 105 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 90 | 105 | -14.29% |
Is Wolinak a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Wolinak 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.
Wolinak Population Compared to Quebec
Quebec's population in 2021 was 8,501,833, spread across the area. Here's how Wolinak compares to the indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Wolinak | Quebec |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $72,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 9.1% | 7.6% |
| Median age | 38 | 43.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 26.5% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 14.6% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Wolinak has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 15 to 19 years old, accounting for 10.30% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 38.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 40 39.60% | 40 40.40% | 2.48% | 40 40.00% |
| Median age of the population | 38 38.00% | 38 37.60% | 2.63% | 38 38.00% |
| 15 to 19 years | 15 16.70% | 10 9.50% | 33.33% | 20 10.30% |
| 30 to 34 years | 5 5.60% | 10 9.50% | 50.00% | 20 10.30% |
| 60 to 64 years | 5 5.60% | 10 9.50% | 50.00% | 20 10.30% |
| 20 to 24 years | 5 5.60% | 10 9.50% | 50.00% | 15 7.70% |
| 25 to 29 years | 5 5.60% | 5 4.80% | 0.00% | 15 7.70% |
| 35 to 39 years | 10 11.10% | 5 4.80% | 50.00% | 15 7.70% |
| 65 to 69 years | 5 5.60% | 10 9.50% | 50.00% | 15 7.70% |
| 0 to 4 years | 5 5.60% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 10 5.10% |
| 5 to 9 years | 0 0.00% | 5 4.80% | 100.00% | 10 5.10% |
| 10 to 14 years | 0 0.00% | 5 4.80% | 100.00% | 10 5.10% |
| 40 to 44 years | 5 5.60% | 5 4.80% | 0.00% | 10 5.10% |
| 45 to 49 years | 0 0.00% | 10 9.50% | 100.00% | 10 5.10% |
| 70 to 74 years | 5 5.60% | 5 4.80% | 0.00% | 10 5.10% |
| 50 to 54 years | 5 5.60% | 5 4.80% | 0.00% | 5 2.60% |
| 55 to 59 years | 5 5.60% | 5 4.80% | 0.00% | 5 2.60% |
| 75 to 79 years | 0 0.00% | 5 4.80% | 100.00% | 5 2.60% |
| 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 69.20% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 65 years and over, account for 69.20% and 17.90%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Wolinak are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Wolinak
Population of Wolinak by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Wolinak is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Wolinak 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 Wolinak are Abenaki, which accounts for 47.37% of the total population, followed by Canadian (31.58%), First Nations (North American Indian) (15.79%), Irish (7.89%), and German (5.26%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Wolinak include French Canadian, North American Indigenous, Chinese, Italian, and Indian (India).
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abenaki | 44.44% | 55.00% | 47.37% |
| Canadian | 33.33% | 30.00% | 31.58% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 11.11% | 20.00% | 15.79% |
| Irish | 0.00% | 10.00% | 7.89% |
| German | 0.00% | 0.00% | 5.26% |
| French Canadian | 11.11% | 0.00% | 5.26% |
| North American Indigenous | 11.11% | 0.00% | 5.26% |
| Chinese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Italian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Indian (India) | 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 Wolinak's population profile.
About 0.0% of Wolinak's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Wolinak'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 65 of Wolinak's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 26.30% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 13.15% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.25%, 5.25%, and 2.65%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 50 | 26.30% |
| 2 persons | 25 | 13.15% |
| 3 persons | 10 | 5.25% |
| 4 persons | 10 | 5.25% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 2.65% |
Income in Wolinak
Analyzing income distribution in Wolinak can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Wolinak 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 Wolinak 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 Wolinak's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Wolinak'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 Wolinak
This data sheds light on the distribution of Wolinak 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.
49.55% or most of the Wolinak population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 30.15% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, 20.30% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 0.00% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 60 | 75 | 130 | 49.55% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 50 | 35 | 85 | 30.15% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 10 | 40 | 55 | 20.30% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Wolinak's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Wolinak
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Wolinak. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Wolinak is at 5.88% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 61.76% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.88% |
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 Wolinak's population (around 81.80%) 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 0.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 0 | 0 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Wolinak industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Wolinak is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Wolinak has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (23%) works in the public administration sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 18%, followed by Manufacturing at 14%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 15 | 10 | 23% |
| Health care and social assistance | 10 | 10 | 18% |
| Manufacturing | 10 | 10 | 14% |
| Construction | 10 | 0 | 9% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 10 | 9% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 10 | 10 | 9% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 0 | 9% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 9% |
| Accommodation and food services | 10 | 10 | 9% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 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% |
| Educational services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Wolinak residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Wolinak: Public administration (23%), Health care and social assistance (18%), -33 Manufacturing (14%)
Top occupation categories in Wolinak: Sales and service occupations (27%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (27%), Business, finance and administration occupations (18%)
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 | 40 | 45 | 80 | 76.20% |
| No fixed workplace address | 10 | 10 | 15 | 14.30% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Wolinak 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 Wolinak residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Wolinak 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 | 60.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 25.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 10.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 10.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 10.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Wolinakshed 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 Wolinak'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 Wolinak. About 195 people living in the province speak French, 0 people speak English, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| French | 195 |
| English | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| French | 97.4% | 100.0% |
| English | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Non-official languages | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Wolinak is predominantly Christian. About 135 of its population is Christian (60 males and 60 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Hindu with 0.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Jewish and Muslim, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Sikh represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 69.2% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Wolinak
Schools
Parks
Community Centres
Green Spaces in Wolinak
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Parc Bergeron | Parks | 0.4 ha |
| Réserve écologique Léon Provancher | Nature Reserves | 483.9 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
- Matimekosh 661
- Gesgapegiag 637
- Mingan 552
- Timiskaming 541
- Pikogan 540
- Odanak 481
- Kebaowek 326
- Essipit 310
- Kitcisakik 257
- Winneway 176
- Lac-John 21
- Hunter's Point 5
- Akwesasne
- Doncaster
- Kahnawake
- Kanesatake
- Lac-Rapide
- Listuguj
- Pakuashipi
- Romaine 2
Frequently Asked Questions about Wolinak
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Wolinak has a population of 194 people, making it the 70th indian reserve in Quebec. The population declined moderately from 202 in 2016, a decrease of 8 people or 3.96%. The indian reserve has a population density of 262.8 people per km² across a land area of 0.74 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Wolinak's population declined by 3.96% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 202 to 194 people, a loss of 8 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Quebec indian reserves during this period. The median age of 38.00 years suggests a relatively balanced demographic profile. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (52.6%) may indicate young adults leaving for larger centres. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Wolinak has a population density of approximately 262.80 people per square kilometre.
Wolinak covers a land area of approximately 0.74 km².
The median age of the population in Wolinak is 38.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Wolinak is Abenaki.
The median household income in Wolinak is $0, based on 2020 data.
French is the most common first official language spoken in Wolinak.
Christian is the predominant religion in Wolinak.
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.