In the2021 Census of Population conducted byStatistics Canada, the RM of Nipawin No. 487 had a population of958 living in391 of its467 total private dwellings, a change of-4.6% from its 2016 population of1,004. With a land area of 879.63 km2 (339.63 sq mi), it had a population density of1.1/km2 (2.8/sq mi) in 2021.[7]
In the2016 Census of Population, the RM of Nipawin No. 487 recorded a population of1,004 living in401 of its440 total private dwellings, a-2.5% change from its 2011 population of1,030. With a land area of 886.04 km2 (342.10 sq mi), it had a population density of1.1/km2 (2.9/sq mi) in 2016.[4]
Accommodations at the park include a campground that has over 180 serviced campsites with showers and washrooms,houseboats, and cabins. There is also a chalet that can be rented for events. Other amenities at the park include a picnic area, petting zoo, kids' playground, spray park, 18-hole mini golf, boat rentals, boat launches, horseshoe pits, a basket ball and pickleball court, and hiking trails. In the winter, there are many kilometres of groomedcross-country skiing trails.[10][11]
Golf courses
The Evergreen Golf and Country Club is an 18-hole golf course that was built in 1957. It has grass greens, 6,539 yards, and is a par 72. It was once touted as one of the top one hundred courses in Canada and has won awards for Best Overall Value, Top Hidden Gem, and Top 3 Best Conditioned Greens. Amenities at the course include a licensed clubhouse, pro shop, rentals, dining, and a patio.[12]
The RM of Nipawin No. 487 is governed by an elected municipal council and an appointed administrator that meets on the second Tuesday of every month.[3] Thereeve of the RM is Dona Hoppe while its administrator is Nathalie Hipkins.[3] The RM's office is located in Codette.[3]