Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Fort Qu’Appelle has a population of around 1,972 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Fort Qu’Appelle has decreased by ▼ -3.43%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 2,042 | 1,972 | --3.43% |
2026 Population Projection
Fort Qu’Appelle's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 1,972 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Fort Qu’Appelle Population Trend & Context
Fort Qu’Appelle had a 2021 census population of 1,972 — a decline of 70 (▼ 3.43%) people from the 2,042 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has seen a slight decline over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Saskatchewan towns. The town's median age of 46.8 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
Population By Genders
The male population of Fort Qu’Appelle is around 910 while the female population is around 1,060.
Of the 1,972 total population in Fort Qu’Appelle, the largest gender is female with around 1,060 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 910 | 1,060 | -14.15% |
Is Fort Qu’Appelle a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Fort Qu’Appelle compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Saskatchewan, 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.
Fort Qu’Appelle Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Fort Qu’Appelle compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Fort Qu’Appelle | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $66,500 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 8.5% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 46.8 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 21.2% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 10.6% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Fort Qu’Appelle has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 6.90% of the total population. The town median age is 46.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 to 64 years | 70 7.70% | 70 6.60% | 0.00% | 135 6.90% |
| 70 to 74 years | 60 6.60% | 75 7.10% | 20.00% | 135 6.90% |
| 0 to 4 years | 65 7.10% | 60 5.70% | 7.69% | 130 6.60% |
| 5 to 9 years | 60 6.60% | 70 6.60% | 14.29% | 130 6.60% |
| 75 to 79 years | 60 6.60% | 65 6.10% | 7.69% | 125 6.30% |
| 85 years and over | 35 3.80% | 90 8.50% | 61.11% | 125 6.30% |
| 10 to 14 years | 55 6.00% | 60 5.70% | 8.33% | 115 5.80% |
| 40 to 44 years | 55 6.00% | 55 5.20% | 0.00% | 115 5.80% |
| 35 to 39 years | 55 6.00% | 55 5.20% | 0.00% | 110 5.60% |
| 65 to 69 years | 55 6.00% | 55 5.20% | 0.00% | 110 5.60% |
| 30 to 34 years | 45 4.90% | 60 5.70% | 25.00% | 105 5.30% |
| 55 to 59 years | 45 4.90% | 55 5.20% | 18.18% | 105 5.30% |
Broader Age Groups
If the town'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 51.30% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 29.70% and 18.80%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Fort Qu’Appelle are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 53.30% | 50.00% | 51.30% |
| 65 years and over | 27.50% | 32.10% | 29.70% |
| 0 to 14 years | 19.80% | 18.40% | 18.80% |
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Population of Fort Qu’Appelle by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Fort Qu’Appelle is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Fort Qu’Appelle is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the town appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Fort Qu’Appelle are German, which accounts for 22.43% of the total population, followed by English (22.16%), First Nations (North American Indian) (18.21%), Scottish (12.66%), and Irish (11.61%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Fort Qu’Appelle include Filipino, Ukrainian, Cree, French, and Canadian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 22.91% | 21.89% | 22.43% |
| English | 22.35% | 21.39% | 22.16% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 17.32% | 18.41% | 18.21% |
| Scottish | 11.73% | 13.43% | 12.66% |
| Irish | 12.85% | 10.45% | 11.61% |
| Filipino | 7.82% | 9.45% | 8.71% |
| Ukrainian | 5.59% | 10.45% | 8.18% |
| Cree | 7.26% | 8.46% | 7.92% |
| French | 6.15% | 5.97% | 6.07% |
| Canadian | 6.15% | 4.98% | 5.54% |
Indigenous Identity in Fort Qu’Appelle
About 34.66% of Fort Qu’Appelle's population (655 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 65.34% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 540 people (28.40% 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 Fort Qu’Appelle's population profile.
About 10.6% of Fort Qu’Appelle's population are immigrants (200 people).
The top countries of origin for Fort Qu’Appelle's immigrant population are Philippines (130), India (30), United Kingdom (15), United States of America (10), Brazil (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Philippines | 130 |
| India | 30 |
| United Kingdom | 15 |
| United States of America | 10 |
| Brazil | 0 |
91.3% of Fort Qu’Appelle's residents (1,730 people) are Canadian citizens, and 9.0% are not.
By generation status, 11.6% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 13.4% are second generation, and 75.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 680 of Fort Qu’Appelle's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 18.25% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 17.95% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.30%, 4.70%, and 3.55%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 310 | 18.25% |
| 1 person | 305 | 17.95% |
| 4 persons | 90 | 5.30% |
| 3 persons | 80 | 4.70% |
| 5 or more persons | 60 | 3.55% |
Family and Household Structure in Fort Qu’Appelle
Of census families in Fort Qu’Appelle, 78.9% are couple families and 21.1% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.8 people.
35.9% of households in Fort Qu’Appelle are one-person households, 44.7% are couple-family households, 11.2% are one-parent-family households, and 1.8% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 305 | 35.9% |
| Couple-family households | 380 | 44.7% |
| One-parent-family households | 95 | 11.2% |
| Multigenerational households | 15 | 1.8% |
Income in Fort Qu’Appelle
Analyzing income distribution in Fort Qu’Appelle can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Fort Qu’Appelle is $38,800.
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 town's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Fort Qu’Appelle population or around 215 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 185 and 180 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Fort Qu’Appelle's median household income is $66,500, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Fort Qu’Appelle's median household income is 17,500 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the town'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 town's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Fort Qu’Appelle
This data sheds light on the distribution of Fort Qu’Appelle 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.
58.40% or most of the Fort Qu’Appelle population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 31.30% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 9.60% has a No certificate, diploma or degree. (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 190 | 295 | 485 | 58.40% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 140 | 120 | 260 | 31.30% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 50 | 35 | 80 | 9.60% |
Below national average 23.5% of Fort Qu’Appelle's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Fort Qu’Appelle
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Fort Qu’Appelle. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Fort Qu’Appelle is at 8.54% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 49.67% |
| Unemployment rate | 8.54% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Fort Qu’Appelle, 31.8% worked full year full time in the reference year, 20.9% worked part year and/or part time, and 47.7% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 480 | 31.8% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 315 | 20.9% |
| Did not work | 720 | 47.7% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the town who work as an employee. The majority of Fort Qu’Appelle's population (around 63.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 75 men and 45 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 120.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 75 | 45 | 120 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Fort Qu’Appelle industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Fort Qu’Appelle is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Fort Qu’Appelle has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (22%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Public administration sector comes second at 12%, followed by Retail trade at 11%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 45 | 140 | 22% |
| Public administration | 30 | 65 | 12% |
| Retail trade | 35 | 55 | 11% |
| Accommodation and food services | 45 | 35 | 10% |
| Construction | 65 | 10 | 9% |
| Educational services | 25 | 25 | 6% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 35 | 10 | 5% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 15 | 20 | 4% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 20 | 0 | 3% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 15 | 0 | 3% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 10 | 10 | 2% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 15 | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 15 | 0 | 2% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 15 | 0 | 2% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 15 | 2% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 10 | 0 | 1% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Fort Qu’Appelle residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Fort Qu’Appelle: Health care and social assistance (22%), Public administration (12%), Retail trade (11%)
Top occupation categories in Fort Qu’Appelle: Sales and service occupations (27%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (19%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (13%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the town. 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 | 245 | 345 | 595 | 78.80% |
| No fixed workplace address | 65 | 25 | 90 | 11.90% |
| Worked at home | 35 | 35 | 70 | 9.30% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Fort Qu’Appelle 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 Fort Qu’Appelle residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Fort Qu’Appelle spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the town's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the town.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 62.50% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 16.90% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 9.60% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 6.60% |
| 60 minutes and over | 4.40% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Fort Qu’Appelle 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 town's social fabric. We can gain insights into Fort Qu’Appelle's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights town'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 Fort Qu’Appelle. About 1,900 people living in the town speak English, 10 people speak French, 5 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 0 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 1,900 |
| French | 10 |
| Neither English nor French | 5 |
| English and French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 1.3% of Fort Qu’Appelle's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 98.4% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.3% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 1,880 | 98.4% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 25 | 1.3% |
| Neither English nor French | 5 | 0.3% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| English | 87.4% | 94.8% |
| Non-official languages | 10.5% | 3.9% |
| French | 0.5% | 0.3% |
Religion
Fort Qu’Appelle is predominantly Christian. About 1,075 of its population is Christian (500 males and 575 females).
The second largest religion in the town 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 | 56.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fort Qu’Appelle
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Fort Qu’Appelle has a population of 1,972 people, making it the 45th town in Saskatchewan. The population declined moderately from 2,042 in 2016, a decrease of 70 people or 3.43%. The town has a population density of 387.2 people per km² across a land area of 5.09 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Fort Qu’Appelle's population declined by 3.43% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 2,042 to 1,972 people, a loss of 70 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Saskatchewan towns during this period. The median age of 46.80 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (35.9%) 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.
Fort Qu’Appelle has a population density of approximately 387.20 people per square kilometre.
Fort Qu’Appelle covers a land area of approximately 5.09 km².
The median age of the population in Fort Qu’Appelle is 46.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Fort Qu’Appelle is German.
The median household income in Fort Qu’Appelle is $66,500, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Fort Qu’Appelle.
Christian is the predominant religion in Fort Qu’Appelle.
According to the 2021 Census, 34.5% of Fort Qu’Appelle's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
91.3% of Fort Qu’Appelle's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 21.1% of census families in Fort Qu’Appelle, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 1.8% of all households in Fort Qu’Appelle, per the 2021 Census.
1.3% of Fort Qu’Appelle'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 Fort Qu’Appelle, 31.8% 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.