Division No. 9, Subd. C, Newfoundland and Labrador Population

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In 2021, the population of Division No. 9, Subd. C in Newfoundland and Labrador was 2,220, a decline of 12.2% from the 2016 population of 2,529. This represents a decrease of 309 residents over five years. Covering a land area of 1,842.14 square kilometres, the subdivision has a very low population density of 1.2 persons per square kilometre, making it one of the more sparsely populated regions in the province.

Population Growth Trends

Between 2016 and 2021, Division No. 9, Subd. C experienced a significant population decline, reversing any previous growth trends. The shrinking population highlights challenges common to rural Newfoundland communities, including youth out-migration and an aging demographic base.

Age Distribution

The community is notably older than the national average, with a median age of 56.4 years and an average age of 51.4 years. Nearly one-third of residents are over 65, while fewer than 9% are under 15.

Age Group	Population	Percent
0–14 years	195	8.8%
15–64 years	1,355	61.0%
65+ years	675	30.4%

Households & Dwellings

In 2021, the subdivision had 1,220 private dwellings, of which 991 were occupied by usual residents. Nearly all households live in single-detached homes. The average household size was 2.2 people, reflecting smaller family units and a high proportion of two-person households (46%).

Demographics (Race / Ethnicity)

The population of Division No. 9, Subd. C is predominantly non-visible minority (99%). Indigenous identity accounts for about 255 residents (11.5%), primarily First Nations and Métis.

Group	Population	Percent
Indigenous identity	255	11.5%
Visible minority	15	0.7%
Non-Indigenous identity	1,965	88.5%

Income & Poverty

Economic indicators reflect modest incomes compared to national averages. In 2020, the median household income was $66,000, while the median after-tax household income was $60,000.

Family households earned more, with couple-with-children families reporting a median income of $111,000. In contrast, one-person households had a median income of $27,200.

Poverty remains a concern: 16.1% of residents lived in low income (after tax, LIM-AT), with a particularly high rate among seniors (35.6%).

Education

Educational attainment skews toward high school or trades credentials. Among residents aged 15 and older:

Level of Education	Population	Percent
No certificate, diploma or degree	835	41.2%
High school diploma or equivalent	580	28.6%
Postsecondary certificate/diploma	495	24.4%
Bachelor’s degree or higher	115	5.7%

Employment

Division No. 9, Subd. C faces economic challenges, with an unemployment rate of 37.6% in 2021—far higher than the national average. The employment rate was just 29.9%, with many residents relying on seasonal work and government transfers.

Leading industries included:

• Agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting – 170 workers
• Health care & social assistance – 165 workers
• Trades, transport & equipment operators – 215 workers
• Sales & service occupations – 230 workers

Commuting & Transportation

Most employed residents commute by car, truck, or van (90%), primarily as drivers. Public transit use is negligible. About 75 people worked from home, while others traveled to nearby subdivisions or beyond.

Commute times are relatively short: 65% travel under 30 minutes, though 16% report commutes longer than an hour.

Conclusion

The 2021 Census shows Division No. 9, Subd. C as a small, rural, and aging community with declining population and economic challenges. Its median age of 56.4 years, low density, and reliance on traditional industries like fishing and forestry set it apart from more urbanized regions. A defining feature of the subdivision is its large proportion of seniors, shaping both its economy and community life.

FAQ

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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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