Little Pine 116, Saskatchewan Population & Demographics: Is It a Good Place to Live?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Little Pine 116 census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Little Pine 116. It is an Indian reserve in Canada that encompasses a land area of 65.81 km2. The Indian reserve has a population density of 9.50 people per km2.

We highlight the Little Pine 116 Indian reserve's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

Little Pine 116 on the Map

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Little Pine 116 has a population of around 622 people. The Indian reserve's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Little Pine 116 has decreased by ▼ -11.14%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
700622 --11.14%

2026 Population Projection

Little Pine 116's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 622 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Little Pine 116 Population Trend & Context

Little Pine 116 had a 2021 census population of 622 — a decline of 78 (▼ 11.14%) people from the 700 recorded in 2016.

The Indian reserve's population has declined noticeably over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Saskatchewan Indian reserves. The Indian reserve's median age of 25.4 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.

Population By Genders

The male population of Little Pine 116 is around 320 while the female population is around 300.

Of the 622 total population in Little Pine 116, the largest gender is male with around 320 male within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
320300 -6.25%

Is Little Pine 116 a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Little Pine 116 compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Saskatchewan, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Employment & Economy

23.8%
Unemployment rate
15.4 pts above the province
19.0%
Employment rate
40.9 pts below the province
25.0%
Participation rate
40.4 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$37,600
Median household income
$44,400 below the province
47.6%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
34.2 pts above the province

Commute

76.9%
Commute under 30 minutes
5.5 pts below the province
92.3%
Commute by car
2.0 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
1.8 pts below the province

Housing Character

95.0%
Single-detached houses
23.4 pts above the province
0.0%
Apartments (any building size)
18.8 pts below the province

Household Composition

3.10 people
Average household size
0.60people above the province
25.0%
One-person households
3.9 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Little Pine 116 Population Compared to Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Little Pine 116 compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:

IndicatorLittle Pine 116Saskatchewan
Median household income$37,600$82,000
Unemployment rate23.8%8.4%
Median age25.438.8
Bachelor's degree or higher3.8%23.2%
Immigrants (%)0.0%12.5%

Population by Age Characteristics

Little Pine 116 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 12.90% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 25.40.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal

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 58.10% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 32.30% and 9.70%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Little Pine 116 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

DataMaleFemaleTotal
65 years and over30.00%35.00%60.00%
15 to 64 years59.40%55.00%58.10%
0 to 14 years31.30%33.30%32.30%
65 years and over9.40%11.70%9.70%

Population of Little Pine 116 by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Little Pine 116 is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Little Pine 116 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 Little Pine 116 are First Nations (North American Indian), which accounts for 33.87% of the total population, followed by Cree (32.26%), Plains Cree (27.42%), North American Indigenous (4.03%), and Saulteaux (3.23%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Little Pine 116 include Woodland Cree, Canadian, French, Nicaraguan, and Mauritian.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
First Nations (North American Indian)32.81%35.00%33.87%
Cree32.81%33.33%32.26%
Plains Cree29.69%23.33%27.42%
North American Indigenous3.13%5.00%4.03%
Saulteaux0.00%5.00%3.23%
Woodland Cree3.13%0.00%1.61%
Canadian0.00%0.00%1.61%
French3.13%0.00%1.61%
Nicaraguan0.00%0.00%0.00%
Mauritian0.00%0.00%0.00%

Indigenous Identity in Little Pine 116

About 100.00% of Little Pine 116's population (620 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 0.00% who report a non-Indigenous identity.

Of the Indigenous population, 610 people (98.40% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.

Indigenous identity
100.00%
Non-Indigenous identity
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 Little Pine 116's population profile.

About 0.0% of Little Pine 116's population are immigrants (0 people).

The top countries of origin for Little Pine 116's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0
Guyana0
Haiti0

0.0% of Little Pine 116'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 99.2% are third generation or more.

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 190 of Little Pine 116's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.

Household Size

About 12.50% of the population lives in 1 person households. 3 persons households ranked second, accounting for 10.00% of the population. 5 or more persons, 2 persons, and 4 persons households account for 10.00%, 8.75%, and 7.50%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
1 person5012.50%
3 persons4010.00%
5 or more persons4010.00%
2 persons358.75%
4 persons307.50%

Family and Household Structure in Little Pine 116

Of census families in Little Pine 116, 41.9% are couple families and 58.1% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.1 people.

Couple families
41.94%
One-parent families
58.06%

25.6% of households in Little Pine 116 are one-person households, 17.9% are couple-family households, 23.1% are one-parent-family households, and 17.9% are multigenerational households.

Household TypeHouseholdsPercentage
One-person households5025.6%
Couple-family households3517.9%
One-parent-family households4523.1%
Multigenerational households3517.9%

Income in Little Pine 116

Analyzing income distribution in Little Pine 116 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Little Pine 116 is $22,200.

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 Little Pine 116 population or around 80 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 35 and 25 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Little Pine 116's median household income is $37,600, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Little Pine 116's median household income is 46,400 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 Little Pine 116

This data sheds light on the distribution of Little Pine 116 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.

37.30% or most of the Little Pine 116 population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 33.30% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 29.40% 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.)

Population aged 25 to 64 years, using 25% sample data. Individual values may not sum exactly to totals due to Statistics Canada's random rounding.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree45459537.30%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate40408533.30%
No certificate, diploma or degree40357529.40%

Below national average 3.9% of Little Pine 116's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Little Pine 116

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Little Pine 116. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Little Pine 116 is at 23.81% which is very high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate19.05%
Unemployment rate23.81%

Work Activity During the Reference Year

Of the population aged 15 and over in Little Pine 116, 10.7% worked full year full time in the reference year, 13.1% worked part year and/or part time, and 75.0% did not work.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work ActivityPopulationPercentage
Worked full year full time4510.7%
Worked part year and/or part time5513.1%
Did not work31575.0%

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 Little Pine 116's population (around 55.00%) 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.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed10010

Employment Industry Sectors

The Little Pine 116 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Little Pine 116 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Little Pine 116 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (25%) works in the public administration sector. The Educational services sector comes second at 20%, followed by Retail trade at 10%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Public administration151025%
Educational services01520%
Retail trade10010%
Transportation and warehousing10010%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services01010%
Health care and social assistance101010%
Arts, entertainment and recreation0010%
Accommodation and food services01010%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting000%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Utilities000%
Construction000%
Manufacturing000%
Wholesale trade000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Professional, scientific and technical services000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Other services (except public administration)000%

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Little Pine 116 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Little Pine 116: Public administration (25%), Educational services (20%), Retail trade (10%)

Top occupation categories in Little Pine 116: Sales and service occupations (25%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (20%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related 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.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work15355568.80%
Worked at home10101518.80%
No fixed workplace address1001012.50%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Little Pine 116 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 Little Pine 116 residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Little Pine 116 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.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
Less than 15 minutes53.80%
15 to 29 minutes23.10%
60 minutes and over23.10%
30 to 44 minutes0.00%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Little Pine 116 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 Little Pine 116's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
29.76%
Married or living common-law
70.24%

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 Little Pine 116. About 620 people living in the Indian reserve speak English, 5 people speak English and French, 0 people speak French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English620
English and French5
French0
Neither English nor French0

Knowledge of Official Languages

About 0.0% of Little Pine 116's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 100.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.

Knowledge of Official LanguagesPopulationPercentage
English only620100.0%
French only00.0%
English and French00.0%
Neither English nor French00.0%

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.

LanguageMother TongueSpoken Most Often at Home
English72.6%84.7%
Non-official languages23.4%12.9%
French0.0%0.0%

Religion

Little Pine 116 is predominantly Christian. About 85 of its population is Christian (30 males and 55 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.

ReligionPopulation
Christian13.6%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Points of Interest in Little Pine 116

Hospitals

Schools

Libraries

Community Centres

Places to Visit in Little Pine 116

Museums

Attractions

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Green Spaces in Little Pine 116

NameTypeApprox. Area
Cypress Hills Provincial ParkNature Reserves—
Suffern Lake Regional ParkNature Reserves—
Danielson Provincial ParkNature Reserves—
Outlook and District Regional ParkNature Reserves—
West Central Regional ParkNature Reserves—
Hazlet Regional ParkNature Reserves—
Tramping Lake Regional ParkNature Reserves—
Kindersley Regional ParkNature Reserves—
Unity and District Regional ParkNature Reserves—
Wilkie Regional ParkNature Reserves—
Biggar and District Regional ParkNature Reserves—
Glenburn Regional ParkNature Reserves—
Eagle Creek Regional ParkNature Reserves—
Martins Lake Regional ParkNature Reserves—
Langham and District Regional ParkNature Reserves—
Martins Lake Regional ParkNature Reserves—
Atton's Lake Regional ParkNature Reserves—

Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.

Nearest Indian Reserves to Little Pine 116

Frequently Asked Questions about Little Pine 116

According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Little Pine 116 has a population of 622 people, making it the 224th Indian reserve in Saskatchewan. The population declined significantly from 700 in 2016, a decrease of 78 people or 11.14%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 9.5 people per km² across a land area of 65.81 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.

Little Pine 116's population declined by 11.14% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 700 to 622 people, a loss of 78 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Saskatchewan Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 25.40 years suggests a comparatively young population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.

Little Pine 116 has a population density of approximately 9.50 people per square kilometre.

Little Pine 116 covers a land area of approximately 65.81 km².

The median age of the population in Little Pine 116 is 25.40 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Little Pine 116 is First Nations (North American Indian).

The median household income in Little Pine 116 is $37,600, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Little Pine 116.

Christian is the predominant religion in Little Pine 116.

According to the 2021 Census, 100.0% of Little Pine 116's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.

0.0% of Little Pine 116's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.

One-parent families make up 58.1% of census families in Little Pine 116, according to the 2021 Census.

Multigenerational households make up 17.9% of all households in Little Pine 116, per the 2021 Census.

0.0% of Little Pine 116'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 Little Pine 116, 10.7% 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.