Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Montreal Lake 106B has a population of around 423 people. The Indian reserve's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Montreal Lake 106B has decreased by ▼ -4.30%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 442 | 423 | --4.30% |
2026 Population Projection
Montreal Lake 106B's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 423 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Montreal Lake 106B Population Trend & Context
Montreal Lake 106B had a 2021 census population of 423 — a decline of 19 (▼ 4.30%) people from the 442 recorded in 2016.
The Indian reserve's population has seen a slight decline over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Saskatchewan Indian reserves. The Indian reserve's median age of 22.4 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Montreal Lake 106B is around 225 while the female population is around 200.
Of the 423 total population in Montreal Lake 106B, the largest gender is male with around 225 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 225 | 200 | -11.11% |
Is Montreal Lake 106B a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Montreal Lake 106B 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.
Montreal Lake 106B Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Montreal Lake 106B compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Montreal Lake 106B | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $54,800 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 10.0% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 22.4 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Montreal Lake 106B has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 13.10% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 22.40.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
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 60.70% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 35.70% and 4.80%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Montreal Lake 106B are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 60.00% | 57.50% | 60.70% |
| 0 to 14 years | 35.60% | 37.50% | 35.70% |
| 65 years and over | 10.00% | 10.00% | 20.00% |
| 65 years and over | 4.40% | 5.00% | 4.80% |
Population of Montreal Lake 106B by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Montreal Lake 106B is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Montreal Lake 106B 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 Montreal Lake 106B are Cree, which accounts for 47.62% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (45.24%), Woodland Cree (5.95%), French (2.38%), and German (2.38%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Montreal Lake 106B include Ojibway, Plains Cree, Malay, Goan, and Bantu.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cree | 48.89% | 43.59% | 47.62% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 42.22% | 46.15% | 45.24% |
| Woodland Cree | 6.67% | 5.13% | 5.95% |
| French | 0.00% | 0.00% | 2.38% |
| German | 4.44% | 0.00% | 2.38% |
| Ojibway | 0.00% | 5.13% | 2.38% |
| Plains Cree | 0.00% | 0.00% | 2.38% |
| Malay | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Goan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Bantu | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Montreal Lake 106B
About 100.00% of Montreal Lake 106B's population (420 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 0.00% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 395 people (92.90% 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 Montreal Lake 106B's population profile.
About 0.0% of Montreal Lake 106B's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Montreal Lake 106B'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 Montreal Lake 106B'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 98.8% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 100 of Montreal Lake 106B's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 5 or more persons household.
Household Size
About 16.65% of the population lives in 5 or more persons households. 3 persons households ranked second, accounting for 11.90% of the population. 2 persons, 4 persons, and 1 person households account for 9.50%, 9.50%, and 2.40%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 5 or more persons | 35 | 16.65% |
| 3 persons | 25 | 11.90% |
| 2 persons | 20 | 9.50% |
| 4 persons | 20 | 9.50% |
| 1 person | 5 | 2.40% |
Family and Household Structure in Montreal Lake 106B
Of census families in Montreal Lake 106B, 52.4% are couple families and 47.6% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.5 people.
4.8% of households in Montreal Lake 106B are one-person households, 33.3% are couple-family households, 28.6% are one-parent-family households, and 9.5% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 5 | 4.8% |
| Couple-family households | 35 | 33.3% |
| One-parent-family households | 30 | 28.6% |
| Multigenerational households | 10 | 9.5% |
Income in Montreal Lake 106B
Analyzing income distribution in Montreal Lake 106B can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Montreal Lake 106B is $22,600.
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 Montreal Lake 106B population or around 45 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 20 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Montreal Lake 106B's median household income is $54,800, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Montreal Lake 106B's median household income is 29,200 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 Montreal Lake 106B
This data sheds light on the distribution of Montreal Lake 106B 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.
45.70% or most of the Montreal Lake 106B population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 37.10% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 20.00% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 40 | 40 | 80 | 45.70% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 40 | 25 | 65 | 37.10% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 20 | 15 | 35 | 20.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Montreal Lake 106B's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Montreal Lake 106B
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Montreal Lake 106B. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Montreal Lake 106B is at 10.00% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 33.33% |
| Unemployment rate | 10.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Montreal Lake 106B, 20.4% worked full year full time in the reference year, 14.8% worked part year and/or part time, and 64.8% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 55 | 20.4% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 40 | 14.8% |
| Did not work | 175 | 64.8% |
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 Montreal Lake 106B's population (around 55.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the Indian reserve, there are 0 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 0.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Montreal Lake 106B industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Montreal Lake 106B is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Montreal Lake 106B has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (25%) works in the public administration sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 20%, followed by Educational services at 15%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 15 | 15 | 25% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 15 | 20% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 15% |
| Utilities | 10 | 0 | 10% |
| Construction | 10 | 0 | 10% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 10 | 10% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 10 | 10% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 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% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Montreal Lake 106B residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Montreal Lake 106B: Public administration (25%), Health care and social assistance (20%), Educational services (15%)
Top occupation categories in Montreal Lake 106B: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (30%), Sales and service occupations (25%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (20%)
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 | 35 | 40 | 70 | 77.80% |
| No fixed workplace address | 10 | 10 | 20 | 22.20% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Montreal Lake 106B 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 Montreal Lake 106B residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Montreal Lake 106B 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 | 61.10% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 16.70% |
| 60 minutes and over | 11.10% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Montreal Lake 106B 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 Montreal Lake 106B'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.
English is the most spoken official language in Montreal Lake 106B. About 420 people living in the Indian reserve speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 420 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 3.6% of Montreal Lake 106B's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 97.6% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 410 | 97.6% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 15 | 3.6% |
| Neither English nor French | 0 | 0.0% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| English | 79.8% | 96.4% |
| Non-official languages | 11.9% | 2.4% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Montreal Lake 106B is predominantly Christian. About 145 of its population is Christian (70 males and 75 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 | 34.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Indian Reserves to Montreal Lake 106B
- Little Red River 106D 4.1 km
- Little Red River 106C 7.8 km · 367 people
- Sturgeon Lake 101 14.4 km · 1,224 people
- Wahpaton 94A 29.3 km · 310 people
- Kiskaciwan No. 208 37.2 km · 89 people
- Montreal Lake 106 60.3 km · 1,015 people
- Ahtahkakoop 104 60.6 km · 1,402 people
- Muskoday First Nation 60.9 km · 700 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Montreal Lake 106B
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Montreal Lake 106B has a population of 423 people, making it the 335th Indian reserve in Saskatchewan. The population declined moderately from 442 in 2016, a decrease of 19 people or 4.30%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 18.0 people per km² across a land area of 23.44 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Montreal Lake 106B's population declined by 4.30% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 442 to 423 people, a loss of 19 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Saskatchewan Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 22.40 years suggests a comparatively young population. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (4.8%) 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.
Montreal Lake 106B has a population density of approximately 18.00 people per square kilometre.
Montreal Lake 106B covers a land area of approximately 23.44 km².
The median age of the population in Montreal Lake 106B is 22.40 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Montreal Lake 106B is Cree.
The median household income in Montreal Lake 106B is $54,800, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Montreal Lake 106B.
Christian is the predominant religion in Montreal Lake 106B.
According to the 2021 Census, 98.8% of Montreal Lake 106B's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of Montreal Lake 106B's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 47.6% of census families in Montreal Lake 106B, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 9.5% of all households in Montreal Lake 106B, per the 2021 Census.
3.6% of Montreal Lake 106B'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 Montreal Lake 106B, 20.4% 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.