Kamloops is nestled in the Thompson Nicola Valley which is located in the south central interior of British Columbia, Canada. It serves a trading population of 170,000 and offers a generous mix of industry, forestry, mining, eco-friendly manufacturing, agricultural, ranching, commerce, recreation, tourism, and government. This encourages a broad range of activities which enhances tremendous potential for economic growth and investment.
Five major arterial highways converge at the junction of Kamloops. As well, the area is serviced by two feeder airlines, a major bus line, 2 train companies, and numerous tour operators. The area is surrounded by world class ski resorts, golf courses (Robert Trent Jones) and summer recreation areas unsurpassed in their beauty. With an average of more than 2100 hours of sunshine per year and very little precipitation, we attract sports and recreation enthusiasts from the Pacific Northwest and Pacific Rim countries.
The scenic Shuswap Lake chains offer over 1,600 kms of accessible shoreline. Those who are sports minded will appreciate that Kamloops is known as the tournament capital of Canada., and proud home to the Kamloops Blazers of the Western Hockey League. The community and surrounding area have gained a reputation as the place to go if you want to stage a major event (i.e. Canadian Brier, Canada's Jr. Hockey championship, The Memorial Cup, and the Canada Summer Games).
Can you imagine the investment potential? Housing costs are extremely reasonable and a good inventory exists of single family residences and condominiums. Industrial, Commercial and Investment land is well priced for value, and new business in encouraged by local government.
Whether you are considering to start a business, retire to enjoy life, or just raise a family - Kamloops just may be the perfect place considering the safety of the region and its progressive attitude to quality of life and family values.
Copyright © 2009 By Tom Ikonomou, All Rights Reserved. All information provided by this author is only an opinion, is not guaranteed, may be based on information collected from several sources, and may be time sensitive. It is not necessarily representative of the opinions of Best-West Realty Ltd..
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