Division No. 1, Subd. G, Newfoundland and Labrador Population

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According to the 2021 Census, Division No. 1, Subd. G (an unorganized subdivision in Newfoundland and Labrador) had a population of 1,673. This represents a decline of 193 people (-10.3%) compared to the 2016 population of 1,866. With a land area of 302.69 km², the subdivision has a population density of 5.5 people per square kilometre, highlighting its rural character.

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Population Growth Trends

The population has been shrinking, with over 10% lost between 2016 and 2021. This decline reflects broader rural depopulation trends in parts of Newfoundland and Labrador, as younger residents migrate toward larger centres for education and employment.

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Age Distribution

Division No. 1, Subd. G has an older demographic profile. The median age is 59.2 years, well above the provincial and national averages, reflecting an aging population.

Age Breakdown

Age Group	Population	Percent
0–14 years	135	8.1%
15–64 years	960	57.3%
65+ years	580	34.6%

A striking 34.6% of residents are seniors (65+), more than four times the child population (8.1%).

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Households & Dwellings

There were 1,352 total private dwellings, of which 836 were occupied in 2021.

• Households: 835 total private households
• Average household size: 2.0 people
• Dominant housing type: 815 single-detached houses
• One-person households: 280 (about one-third of households)

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Demographics (Race / Ethnicity & Language)

The subdivision is overwhelmingly English-speaking and non-visible minority.

• Knowledge of languages: 99% speak English only.
• Mother tongue: 1,665 residents reported English; only 5 reported French.
• Visible minorities: 0.
• Indigenous identity: 25 residents (1.5%).

Ethnic & Cultural Origins

The largest reported ancestries include:

• Irish: 605
• English: 555
• Canadian: 465
• Scottish: 125
• Newfoundlander: 105

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Income & Poverty

Income levels in Division No. 1, Subd. G reflect modest rural conditions:

• Median individual total income (2020): $31,800
• Median household income (2020): $53,600
• Median family income (2020): $72,000
• Median income for couple-with-children families: $118,000
• Poverty rate (LIM-AT): 22.2% of the population lived in low income, with seniors disproportionately affected (36% of 65+).

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Education

Educational attainment is relatively low compared to national averages:

Highest Level	Population (15+)
No certificate/diploma/degree	380
High school diploma	555
Postsecondary certificate/diploma/degree	605
Bachelor’s degree or higher	95

Most postsecondary education is at the trades and college level.

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Employment

Labour force participation is limited:

• Labour force participation rate: 47.2%
• Employment rate: 38.8%
• Unemployment rate: 17.8%

Leading Occupations

• Manufacturing & utilities: 190
• Trades, transport & equipment operators: 130
• Natural resources, agriculture & production: 110
• Sales & service: 85

Leading Industries

• Manufacturing: 230 workers
• Agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting: 150
• Health care & social assistance: 80
• Construction: 50

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Commuting & Transportation

Residents are highly car-dependent:

• Main mode: 95% commute by car, truck, or van.
• Worked from home: 25 people.
• Public transit use: 0.
• Average commute times: 60% commute 15–44 minutes, while 7% spend over an hour traveling to work.

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Conclusion

Division No. 1, Subd. G is a small, aging rural community experiencing population decline. With a high median age of nearly 60, limited public transit, and modest income levels, the community faces challenges related to out-migration, aging, and economic diversification. However, strong ties to traditional industries such as fishing, forestry, and manufacturing remain central to its economy and identity.

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Source:

• Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
• Statistics Canada. Table 17-10-0148-01  Population estimates, July 1, by census metropolitan area and census agglomeration, 2021 boundaries

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