The Okanagan Valley in Beautiful British Columbia
Kelowna is the largest city in the Okanagan Valley, and boasts all the amenities of a major city - fine dining, unique shops and a vibrant cultural life - while orchards and vineyards thrive within a 10-minute drive of the downtown core. With a population of over 250,000 residents, the Okanagan is a stand-alone market 471 km East of Vancouver, BC; 606 km West of Calgary, Alberta; and 350 km North of Spokane, Washington. It is also one of the fastest growing cities in North America today.
The Okanagan University College has its two main campuses in Kelowna and offers university and transfer programs, as well as wide range of adult education and trades courses to over 30,000 students.
Kelowna has become the main marketing and distribution centre for the Okanagan Valley, with companies that compete on a global scale.
There is also an ever-growing tourism industry that benefits the Okanagan. The Okanagan Valley surrounds beautiful Lake Okanagan, with 4 ski hills that offer some of the finest powder skiing in British Columbia, 46 wineries, and 23 great golf courses.
The Okanagan has arguably the best climate in Canada and is one of the most beautiful valleys in North America. There is no denying why millions of people have come to the Okanagan to enjoy our lifestyle and climate. Kelowna is a four season playground with year-round recreation facilities and attractions. People are attracted by our warm climate, good swimming and boating, beautiful scenery, an abundance of fresh fruit in season and a wide range of tourist facilities.
Often referred to as the Hawaii of Canada, the Okanagan annually attracts visitors from around the world. Kelowna is well-known for its hot summers and temperate winters. The average daytime high during July and August is 27.4 degrees Celsius, with highs reaching up to 42.1 degrees C. The average daytime high during December and January is -0.3 degrees C. The average low is -7.7 degrees C. Kelowna receives over 2,000 hours of sunshine annually.
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