Age Groups

An analysis of the population shows that the majority of the people in the region are between the age of twenty-five and sixty-four which provides for a middle-aged workforce. Furthermore, it is an indication of a permanent source of labour as these people have decided to remain and make a living in the region.

Age Groups Male Female
Total 3935 3975
0-19 890 890
20-24 190 185
25-44 1090 1115
45-64 1235 1215
65 + 560 595

Statistics Canada, 2006